Jeep Gladiator Research Hub
The Jeep Gladiator is the only midsize pickup truck available today that offers removable doors, a removable top, and a folding windshield alongside genuine off-road capability and real truck utility. It is built on the Wrangler Unlimited’s chassis with a pickup bed added, inheriting all of the Wrangler’s legendary off-road hardware and open-air character while adding the cargo-carrying capability that a truck bed provides. For buyers who want a midsize truck that can go places no other truck will follow and still take the top off on a warm Wisconsin summer day, the Gladiator is the only option.
Research the Gladiator
Off-Road Capability: Trail Rated and Rubicon
The Gladiator earns a Trail Rated badge on models equipped with appropriate off-road hardware, certifying that it has been tested and passed Jeep’s off-road capability standards for traction, water fording, maneuverability, articulation, and ground clearance. The Gladiator Rubicon is the trail-focused trim, featuring front and rear locking differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar, rock rails, skid plate protection, and 33-inch off-road tires from the factory. This hardware gives the Gladiator Rubicon the ability to tackle technical trails that midsize truck buyers cannot typically access with stock competitor vehicles.
Towing, Payload and Truck Capability
Despite its off-road focus, the Gladiator is a genuine truck. Towing capacity reaches 7,700 pounds when properly equipped with the V6 engine and tow package, competitive with other midsize trucks in the segment. Payload capacity is similarly competitive, allowing the Gladiator to handle meaningful hauling tasks alongside its trail duties. The 5-foot bed accommodates standard 4-by-8-foot sheet goods with the tailgate down, and available spray-in bedliner and bed accessories allow buyers to configure the bed for their specific hauling needs. The Gladiator also supports available power take-off (PTO) on the manual transmission, a feature useful for equipment-dependent operations.
Open-Air Driving and Available Features
Like the Wrangler, the Gladiator allows drivers to remove the doors, fold the windshield, and take off the top, providing an open-air driving experience that no other pickup truck can match. This feature alone differentiates the Gladiator significantly from competitors like the Colorado and Ranger, offering a driving experience that extends well beyond the utilitarian into the genuinely enjoyable. Available powertrain choices include the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 and the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6, with the diesel providing the most torque and best fuel economy for drivers who prioritize towing efficiency and trail range.
Shop the Gladiator at Fillback CDJR
Fillback CDJR carries the Jeep Gladiator at our locations in Prairie du Chien and Richland Center. If you have been searching for a truck that goes off the beaten path as willingly as it handles the highway, the Gladiator is worth a serious look. Every eligible new Gladiator at Fillback comes with our Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. Browse our Gladiator inventory or schedule a test drive to experience it on and off the road. You can also get pre-approved to streamline your purchase process.
