2021 Jeep Gladiator

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator has a lot of personality. The exterior closely resembles the Wrangler, with the addition of a bed. Buyers can find this vehicle in four main trim levels: Sport, Overland, Mojave, and Rubicon.

The base Gladiator Sport rides on 17-inch steel wheels. A soft-top with a sunroof comes standard, as well as an under-body fuel tank and transfer case protection.

The Overland trim level features 18-inch alloy wheels, plus tinted rear glass and heated side mirrors. If you're interested in more off-roading offerings, consider the Mojave trim level for its wider track, fox suspension components, high-clearance fender flares, electronic locking rear differential, 17-inch alloy wheels, and 33-inch Falken all-terrain tires.

The final trim level is the Rubicon, which is the most off-road-ready option. It comes with Selec-Speed Control, Rock-Trac part-time 4x4 system, electronically disconnecting anti-roll bar, and electronic locking front differential.

There are two engine options for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The first is the base 3.6-liter V-6 engine. This engine is paired to a six-speed manual transmission, while an eight-speed automatic transmission is available as an upgrade. If you opt for the standard engine, the Gladiator is capable of 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.

Buyers have the option to upgrade the Gladiator to a 3.0-liter diesel V-6 engine. This engine comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission and can produce up to 260 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque.

No matter which trim level of the 2021 Gladiator you select, the vehicle comes with four-wheel drive. The Jeep Brand 4x4 system ensures that each tire gets the traction it needs. This smart technology helps drivers feel in control whether they're driving through the desert, snow, or even up to 30 inches of water.

Additionally, this Jeep vehicle can tow as little as 4,000 pounds or up to 7,650 pounds when properly equipped. The Gladiator can also carry between 1,105 and 1,700 pounds of payload depending on which configuration you select.

Five passengers can ride in the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. This two-row vehicle is designed with off-roading in mind, offering panels that can easily be removed for cleaning. The base trim features cloth upholstery, while higher trims have leather upholstery. Plus, a 5-inch touch-screen display sits on the dashboard, while a 7-inch touch screen that works alongside Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is also available.

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator is available with some attractive safety features. If you're interested in driver-assistance safety technologies, consider upgrading the Gladiator with rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, or adaptive cruise control with forward-collision warning. The Rubicon trim level also offers a front-facing camera designed to assist drivers when off-roading on rough terrain.