2026 Jeep Gladiator

Jeep highlights seven core Gladiator models: Sport, Sport S, Willys, Rubicon, Mojave, Rubicon X, and Mojave X, each with its own stance and visual attitude. Sport and Sport S keep the look clean and classic, while Willys leans into tougher styling that fits muddy boots and backroads. Rubicon and Rubicon X are the ones many drivers recognize immediately, with a trail-ready presence that pairs naturally with all-terrain posture and purpose-built hardware. Mojave and Mojave X wear a desert-focused vibe, tuned to look at home in open sand and harsh sun. Jeep also calls out a Gladiator Sahara that emphasizes a more premium, refined appearance with comfort-forward details. For a more aggressive factory look, 33-inch all-terrain tires come standard on Rubicon or Mojave models, giving those trims a bolder footprint right from the start.

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator is equipped with a 3.6L Pentastar V6, delivering up to 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Power is paired with capability that’s meant to be used, not just talked about, especially when you want the truck to feel steady with a load behind it. When properly equipped, maximum towing reaches up to 7,700 pounds and 4x4 payload capacity reaches up to 1,720 pounds. On Sport S models specifically, the available maximum 4x4 payload is 1,720 pounds, and that trim family is also tied to the top towing figure. If you want one simple takeaway, it’s that Gladiator’s V6 is positioned as the single, do-it-all engine choice for the 2026 lineup.

The 2026 Gladiator carries the Trail Rated badge earned through off-road testing, and Mojave and Mojave X also carry the Desert Rated badge for sandy terrain. Available Off-Road+ is designed to adjust key behavior like throttle response, shift points, and traction control depending on whether you’re crawling over rocks or moving fast across sand. For forward visibility on technical terrain, Gladiator offers the available TrailCam Off-Road Camera to help you read obstacles as they come into view. Heavy-duty Dana 44 solid front and rear axles, along with forged tow hooks that are standard, help define the truck’s hard-use foundation. Rubicon and Mojave models stand out visually and functionally with standard 33-inch all-terrain tires, reinforcing a planted feel when the ground gets unpredictable. On the Mojave side, ground clearance reaches up to 11.6 inches, giving that desert-focused trim extra breathing room over ruts and washouts.

Inside the 2026 Gladiator, the cabin is centered around a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen for everyday control over entertainment and vehicle settings. Available Uconnect 5 NAV adds integrated off-road trail guides, including many of the Jeep Badge of Honor trails, so the screen stays useful when pavement ends. For device-heavy drivers, Gladiator offers up to seven available USB ports, split across four USB and three USB-C connections. Rubicon and Mojave models add another tech layer with Amazon Alexa Built-in listed as standard on those trims. Jeep also offers an available removable, weatherproof Bluetooth speaker designed to handle dust and temporary water exposure, so music doesn’t have to stay in the cab. For cold-weather comfort, available heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are offered, along with available heated 12-way power front seats designed with trail viewing and water-fording durability in mind.

The 2026 Gladiator is built around a high-strength steel chassis and a long list of standard and available safety and security features. Side-curtain airbags are designed to cover both front and rear rows to help protect occupants during a collision. For trailering confidence, the ParkView rear backup camera system includes dynamic gridlines and an available trailer hitch zoom displayed on the touchscreen. Available Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking can alert the driver and apply braking support when a frontal impact risk is detected. Driver-assist technologies such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Rear Cross Path Detection add extra awareness in everyday traffic. When you’re towing, Trailer Sway Control can sense trailer sway and selectively apply brakes to help bring things back in line.