Jeep Gladiator vs RAM 3500
Overview | |
Years produced1972-1974 | Years produced2011-Present |
MSRP$37,895 | MSRP$46,570 |
Average price$48,285 | Average price$61,902 |
Listings655 | Listings2287 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe open-air driving experience you can enjoy with a Gladiator is just one of many appealing things about it. As expected of a Jeep, the Gladiator is also a rock star off-road. And some versions of this crew-cab midsize truck offer substantial payload and towing capacity. Better yet, Jeep has updated the 2024 Gladiator with minor styling revisions, next-generation infotainment technology, added comfort and convenience features, and new range-topping trim levels. A Gladiator 4xe plug-in hybrid arrives in 2025. Verdict: Though we’re fans of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator, it requires some trade-offs. Fuel economy is poor, the ride can be rough, the interior is loud at higher speeds, and the cabin looks like you can hose it out—because you can. Buy a 2024 Gladiator for what it can do and not for the image it projects, and you’ll more easily accept its inherent flaws. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 285 hp V6 | Engine |
Drive Train4X4 | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City16 | MPG City |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 285 hp V6 | Engine Name6.4L 410 hp V8 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque429 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower410 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain4X4 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City |
MPG Highway21 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length60.3 in | Bed Length98.3 in |
Curb Weight4640 lbs | Curb Weight6056 lbs |
Height75.0 in | Height77.8 in |
Length218.0 in | Length232.0 in |
Width73.8 in | Width83.5 in |
Wheelbase137.3 in | Wheelbase140.2 in |
Maximum Payload1710 lbs | Maximum Payload4640 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity26780 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity15470 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1972-1974 | 2011-Present |
MSRP | $37,895 | $46,570 |
Average price | $48,285 | $61,902 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The open-air driving experience you can enjoy with a Gladiator is just one of many appealing things about it. As expected of a Jeep, the Gladiator is also a rock star off-road. And some versions of this crew-cab midsize truck offer substantial payload and towing capacity. Better yet, Jeep has updated the 2024 Gladiator with minor styling revisions, next-generation infotainment technology, added comfort and convenience features, and new range-topping trim levels. A Gladiator 4xe plug-in hybrid arrives in 2025. Verdict: Though we’re fans of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator, it requires some trade-offs. Fuel economy is poor, the ride can be rough, the interior is loud at higher speeds, and the cabin looks like you can hose it out—because you can. Buy a 2024 Gladiator for what it can do and not for the image it projects, and you’ll more easily accept its inherent flaws. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 285 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | 4X4 | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 16 | |
MPG Highway | 21 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 285 hp V6 | 6.4L 410 hp V8 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 429 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm | 410 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X4 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | |
MPG Highway | 21 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 60.3 in | 98.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4640 lbs | 6056 lbs |
Height | 75.0 in | 77.8 in |
Length | 218.0 in | 232.0 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 83.5 in |
Wheelbase | 137.3 in | 140.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1710 lbs | 4640 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | 26780 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 15470 lbs | |
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