If you’re wanting an offroad truck but can’t decide between a Gladiator or Tacoma, let's look at some of their features to help you pick.
Key takeaways
- Jeep offers both manual and automatic transmissions across all trims, unlike the Tacoma.
- The Gladiator has a trim designed for the desert
- Both vehicles have been refreshed for 2024 breathing new life into them
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator starts at $39,190. It comes in 7 trims, each offering unique features at different starting prices.
- Sport starting at $39,190 featuring a durable steel bed with a three-position tailgate, a part-time selectable 4x4 system, and ParkView, a rear-view camera to help the driver safely see what’s behind the Gladiator.
- Sport S starting at $41,990 featuring 17-inch gray aluminum wheels, adaptive cruise control, and body-color fender flares, adding an extra layer of design.
- Willys starting at $45,590, featuring Trac-Lock limited slip rear differential to help get over tough terrain, remote proximity keyless entry that makes it easier for the driver to get in the vehicle, and all-weather slush mats.
- Mojave starts at $56,880. The Mojave is Jeep’s only desert rated truck, featuring a locking rear differential, 33-inch all terrain tires, and competition leather wrapped steering wheel.
- Rubicon starts at $56,930 featuring 33-inch all terrain tires and steel off-road rock rails, locking front and rear differentials, and while it’s not standard, you have the option to upgrade to an available TrailCam front facing camera.
- Mojave X starting at $63,590 features all the same things as the Mojave, but has upgraded Alpine premium audio system, new front and rear steel bumpers and rock rails, and body color three-piece hardtop and highline flares.
- Rubicon X starting at $63,590 featuring all the same things as the Rubicon but has new heated 12-way power front seats and heated steering wheel and leather trim interior, and winch capable steel bumper.
How much is the Toyota Tacoma in 2024?
The 2024 Toyota Tacoma starts at $31,500. It comes in 6 trims, each offering unique features at different starting prices.
- SR starts at $31,500 featuring Toyota Safety Sense, packed with safety features including pre-collision warning system with pedestrian protection, proactive driving assist and lane departure alert with warning system.
- SR5 starts at $36,200 featuring Blind Spot Monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and independent double-wishbone front suspension, and an i-FORCE 2.4L turbocharged engine.
- TRD Sport starts at $39,400 features 6-way manually adjustable fabric trimmed seats for both passenger and driver, and available i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbocharged hybrid powertrain.
- TRD PreRunner starts at $38,100 featuring composite front skid plate with underbody fuel tank protection, and electronically controlled locking rear differential.
- TRD Off-Road starts at $42,900 featuring Multi-Terrain select, crawl control and downhill assist control, and an electronically controlled locking rear differential.
- Limited starts at $52,100 featuring power running boards, integrated trailer brake camera, and available adaptive variable suspension.
Will the Jeep Gladiator change for 2024?
Yes, Jeep has given the Gladiator new features for 2024. This year Jeep has changed the grille to be rounder than before, also adding a 12.3-inch infotainment across all trim levels, which wasn’t on the Gladiator before. Jeep cut the V-6 diesel making it so the sole engine is a gas 3.6-liter V-6, and for added safety side curtain airbags for all seating positions has been added standard for all trims.
Will the Toyota Tacoma change for 2024?
Yes, the Tacoma has been refreshed for 2024. Entering its 4th generation, the 2024 Tacoma has received upgrades throughout the vehicle, and updated powertrains.
Will 2024 Gladiator have manual transmission?
Yes, the Gladiator features manual transmission. It has two options when it comes to transmissions, standard across all trims is a 6-speed manual transmission, and if you’re looking for a manual you can opt for the 8-speed automatic 850RE Transmission.
Will 2024 Tacoma have manual transmission?
Yes, the Tacoma features manual transmission. It features both 6-speed manual transmission, and 8-speed automatic transmission. However, both options are not available across every trim, locking drivers out of some options.
Summary
While the Tacoma was a strong competitor, the Gladiator comes out on top with its steel parts adding an extra layer or durability, while still having a luxurious interior. If you want the best off-road truck, stop by Thunder today to learn more!