Among the numerous good things about the Jeep Gladiator is its standard 3.6-liter V6. Even if the motor guzzles gasoline, it does offer a capable performance in various driving scenarios. Jeep also offers a smaller 3.0-liter turbo diesel V6 that produces slightly lesser power but significantly more torque than the gas V6, making duties like towing and hauling more weight relatively easier. The base 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 makes a maximum of 285 horsepower along with 260 lb-ft of torque. The power figures are strong, even by today’s standard and the motor doesn’t break a sweat even under stress. The Gladiator stands out from the crowd with its standard six-speed manual transmission while the rest of the rivals have moved on to automatics. There is an optional 8-speed auto on offer as well. The combination of the V6 and the manual transmission allows the truck to complete the 0-60mph sprint within 8.1 seconds. In terms of towing, the standard V6 can pull a maximum of 4,000 lbs when properly equipped.
Model
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2023 Jeep Gladiator Crew Cab
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2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab
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2022 Honda Ridgeline Crew Cab
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2022 Ford Ranger SuperCrew
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MSRP
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$35,315
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$35,855
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$36,890
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$35,765
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Engine
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3.6-liter V6
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3.5-liter V6
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3.5-liter V6
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2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4
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Drivetrain
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4WD
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RWD
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AWD
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RWD
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Transmission
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6-speed manual
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6-speed automatic
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9-speed automatic
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10-speed automatic
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Power
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285 hp @ 6400 RPM
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278 hp @ 6000 RPM
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280 hp @ 6000 RPM
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270 hp @ 5500 RPM
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Torque
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260 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM
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275 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM
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262 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM
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310 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM
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0-60 MPH (seconds)
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8.1 seconds
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7.0 seconds
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7.2 seconds
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6.1 seconds
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Quarter-Mile (seconds)
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16.1 seconds
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15.0 seconds
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15.6 seconds
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14.7 seconds
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Top Speed (MPH)
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N/A
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131 MPH
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130 MPH
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N/A
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Towing Capacity (lbs.)
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4,000
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3,500
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5,000
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7,500
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The Toyota Tacoma gets a 3.5-liter V6 under its hood that puts out a healthy 278 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. Even if it makes lower power than the Gladiator, it is quicker off the line and finishes the 0-60mph sprint in 7 seconds flat. The Honda Ridgeline also houses a 3.5-liter V6 that offers one of the best refinement levels among the rivals here. The Ford Ranger is the only one here to get a small 2.3-liter EcoBoost I-4 motor that is big on power and makes the highest torque here as well. Moreover, it has some beefy tow ratings too.
2023 Jeep Gladiator Crew Cab Ride and Handling
Pickup trucks are not known for their handling and driving dynamics, and the Jeep Gladiator surely doesn’t try and impress here as well. Where it excels is while going off the roads. It benefits from the Wrangler’s platform and body style along with several off-roading enhancements, to offer an incredible off-roading experience in its class. The truck also gets a desert-racing-specific Mojave trim that houses a complex Fox suspension and a specially-designed transfer case to handle 4WD at all times while traveling at high speeds. While out on regular roads, the Gladiator suffers from its rugged tires and solid axles that make it quite a handful to drive. Moreover, the steering wheel feels vague and mostly disconnected at all speeds, stealing away all the fun.
2023 Jeep Gladiator Crew Cab Braking Performance
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator gets chunky 13.6-inch rotors at the front while the rear wheels get a pair of 12.9-inch rotors. Since the Gladiator weighs quite a handful, the stopping distance of the truck is still impressive at 135 feet.
Model
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2023 Jeep Gladiator Crew Cab
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2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab
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2022 Honda Ridgeline Crew Cab
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2022 Ford Ranger SuperCrew
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Brake Rotors (front) (in)
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13.6
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10.8
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13
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12.2
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Brake Rotors (rear) (in)
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12.9
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10
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12.6
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12.1
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Curb Weight (lbs)
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4,650
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4,245
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4,436
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4,145
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60-0 (-ft)
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135
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146
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134
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127
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The Toyota Tacoma gets smaller, with 10.8-inch front rotors along with 10-inch rear rotors. As a result, the truck takes quite a long 146 feet to come to a halt from 60mph. The Honda Ridgeline gets 13-inch front rotors along with 12.6-inch rear rotors. The combination results in the truck having a stopping distance of 134 feet. The Ford Ranger is the champ here with a stopping distance of only 127 feet however, its lesser curb weight also helps.