2026 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

The Gladiator is Jeep's mid-size pickup, blending Wrangler-style off-road ability with a usable truck bed. It squares off against the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and Chevrolet Colorado, but none match its trail capability. On-road, the Gladiator feels truck-like with a firm ride, but off-road it is genuinely unstoppable. The cabin is functional and durable, with easy-to-clean surfaces and a removable roof for open-air driving. Stepping up to the Rubicon from the Mojave X adds electronic locking front and rear axles, a front sway-bar disconnect, and the 4:1 Rock-Trac transfer case for serious rock crawling. The 3.6L V6 makes 285 horsepower and pairs with an 8-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, giving you low-speed control that matters more than peak power on the trail. It rides on 33-inch all-terrain tires and red Tenneco shocks, so expect a firm on-road feel that pays off when the pavement ends.