Ever since the legendary CJ-8 Scrambler was discontinued in 1986, Jeep fans clamored for a pickup truck version of the off-road capable Wrangler SUV. The brand finally gave loyal enthusiasts what they asked for in 2020 with the Gladiator, the go anywhere, do anything, rough and tumble pickup. Newly refreshed for the 2024 model year, Jeep has made a good thing better than ever.
Key Takeaways
- The diesel engine option that was available for 2023 and earlier is gone, making a healthy gasoline V6 the only engine.
- Styling has been refreshed for 2024 with a new grill, a new paint color option, and newly styled wheel selections.
- Replacing 2023’s smaller infotainment displays is a massive 12.3-inch touchscreen that’s standard on every Gladiator, regardless of trim level.
- Two new trim levels are available: Rubicon X and Mojave X. These models represent the first time power adjustable seats have been available on a Gladiator.
There’s big news on the infotainment system.
In 2023, Jeep Gladiator buyers could select from optional 7-inch and 8.4-inch touchscreens (standard on some trim levels) but 2024 Gladiators see a huge improvement, literally. That’s because a new 12.3-inch display is standard equipment on every new Gladiator, regardless of how sparsely optioned. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now also standard equipment across the board, which wasn’t previously the case.
Off-road chops meet luxury.
Also new for the 2024 Gladiator are the Mojave X and Rubicon X models. These packages combine the desert bashing and rock crawling capabilities of the Mojave and Rubicon with a dash of luxury. The X-factor adds in 12-way power adjustable heated leather front seats, a 9-speaker Alpine premium stereo, heated steering wheel, ParkSense park-assist system, Blind-Spot Monitoring, rear Cross Path detection, rugged steel bumpers front and rear, front-mounted trail camera, body-color fender flares and hardtop, hardtop headliner, a Bluetooth speaker, and Selec-Trac full-time transfer case. Whew! That’s a lot of extras!
Is the 2024 Jeep Gladiator more expensive?
The price of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator begins at $41,085 for the Sport model and goes up to $64,890 for the Mojave X or Rubicon X. In contrast, 2023 Gladiators started at $41,515 and ranged up to $56,855, depending on the exact model and options. Note that all prices already include a mandatory destination charge.
Kudos to Jeep for keeping the price on entry- and mid-level trims relatively the same year-over-year. Note that 2023 didn’t offer the more luxurious Mojave X or Rubicon X, which is why 2024 might seem pricier at the high-end.
Powerplant and towing
The diesel engine option for the Jeep Gladiator has been discontinued for the 2024 model year. That makes a gasoline-powered V6 with 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque the de facto engine for all 2024 Gladiators. Buyer can still opt for a six-speed manual transmission, which is a rarity in the world of today’s pickup trucks. Drivers who don’t want to shift for themselves can also opt for an available 8-speed automatic transmission.
When properly equipped with a “Max Tow” package, 2024 Jeep Gladiators can pull an impressive 7,700 pounds. Likewise, the payload capacity — the total weight of all passengers and cargo — is a class-leading 1,725 pounds. It’s probably needless to say considering the strong Jeep heritage, but all Gladiators come standard with four-wheel drive.
Other changes are minor, but welcome.
Other minor changes coming from the 2024 Jeep Gladiator refresh include a new exterior color called Anvil, a handsome sort of blue-ish gray. The interior is also spruced up a bit with high-quality materials, plus the infotainment screen and center stack air-conditioning vents have a sleeker aesthetic. Finally, side-curtain airbags are standard in both front and rear seat rows, coupled with safety-enhancing structural changes. Still the same great off-road pickup.
Final Thoughts
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator continues to offer central Florida drivers a pickup truck that combines unparalleled versatility with ruggedness to travel far off the beaten path. Visit Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today to let one of our sales professionals help you find the perfect 2024 Gladiator from our expansive inventor, then take it for a test cruise.