Introduction
The modern Jeep Gladiator is a mid-size pickup truck launched in 2020 under the nameplate previously used for the J-series Jeep pickup truck. A standalone mark in the Jeep history, the new model Jeep Gladiator pickup trucks are designed to look like a Jeep Wrangler with a truck bed.
Jeep continuously improves vehicles, and the Gladiator takes the front seat with upgrades and improvements in the last two model releases.
Take a deep dive with us as we compare the 2025 and 2024 Jeep Gladiator to show you what’s new and improved and what has remained since the last release in 2024.
Key Takeaways
- The 2024 Jeep Gladiator has manual and automatic transmission options, whereas the 2025 Jeep Gladiator models only have the 8-speed automatic transmission.
- The 2024 and 2025 Jeep Gladiator models have a 3.6L V6 engine with towing capability.
- The 2025 Jeep Gladiator is everything you want from a Jeep pickup truck.
What’s the difference between the 2025 Jeep Gladiator and the 2024 Jeep Gladiator?
There are a few differences between the 2025 and 2024 Jeep Gladiator models because the 2024 lineup was refreshed for that launch.
The 2024 Gladiator was facelifted with rounder exterior elements and added more standard interior features like the larger 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen display, which carries over for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator models. The 2024 models added new wheel designs, a windshield-integrated antenna, and the new exterior paint color Anvil.
Even with all the updates to last year’s models, the 2025 Jeep Gladiator model lineup differs from the 2024 model because the 2025 models only have the eight-speed automatic transmission. Jeep no longer offers the manual transmission.
The 2025 Jeep Gladiator is now available in two new exterior paint colors: Fathom Blue and ‘41.
The latest technology added is the new Active Cabin Ventilation feature on the app that allows pre-cooling and heating.
Does the 2025 Jeep Gladiator have the Hurricane engine?
The 2025 Jeep Gladiator does not have the twin-turbocharged “Hurricane” Inline-6 (I-6) engine.
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator models have a 3.6L V6 engine with a towing capacity of up to 4,000 pounds when properly equipped.
Why buy the 2025 Jeep Gladiator?
Buy the 2025 Jeep Gladiator if you want a pickup truck with an eight-speed automatic transmission, a powerful V6 engine, and a towing capacity of up to 4,000-6,000 pounds, depending on the trim.
Opt for the 2024 Jeep Gladiator if you prefer the six-speed manual transmission.
Buy any Gladiator because you are ready to conquer the road and any terrain in a capable pickup truck with the classic Jeep style. Experience next-level traction, maneuverability, and more ground clearance when you choose the Gladiator Rubicon trim.
From its capability to its versatility, the 2025 model puts you on higher ground, taking you beyond the edge of adventure to new heights with removable doors and a fold-down windshield.
With the impressive interior with views from Trailcams and the stunning, crystal clear 12.3 touchscreen display, you’re set for everything you need on and off the road.
The New Jeep Gladiator is Everything
The new Jeep Gladiator is everything you need to take adventures to new heights on and off the road. Whether you opt for the 2024 Jeep Gladiator with its manual transmission or gain new traction with new features and exterior paint colors with the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, you are getting the most capable pickup truck with best-in-class features and capability.
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