Jeep launches its new large pick-up on the European market. respond to the name of Jeep Gladiator and, as you may be imagining, it takes its base from the beloved Jeep Wrangler. The American brand has already presented it to us and we have also been able to check its skills off the asphalt with some intense offroad tests.
In addition to a pick-up, this new Jeep Gladiator is perceived as something else. Personally it reminds me of the Hummer style that was all the rage in the 90's, with a gigantic SUV and a lot of image. Of course, with the Gladiator we have a real TT, not as it happened with his compatriot.
The Jeep Gladiator is much more than a very capable pick-up
And the fact is that if we look at aesthetics, the protagonist of these lines has an eye-catching design. To begin with, because it is a fairly large car, followed by because it is a "traditional" style Jeep (with straight lines and square shapes) and ending with the fact that it is a completely new model with the latest technologies.
The front is closely related to that of the Wrangler. We see that robust and highlighted bumper, the mythical seven vertical stripes, the round main optics, the marked wheel arches, the hood air intake or the practically vertical windshield. Without a doubt, an image recognizable anywhere on the planet and that is traced to that of the mythical Willys.
The side view does not exactly go unnoticed. We have a long hood but short front overhang, a very big battle to place on it the double cabin with two doors on each side, and the abrupt cut behind it to accommodate the box, which we will talk about later.
Meanwhile, the rear area is less attractive at the design level, as in any pick-up. There is no lack of very robust defenses and highlighted rear wheel arches. But Jeep puts its details with a few LED pilots own style and, of course, the Jeep lettering on the box lid.
External dimensions, angles and main dimensions
Before moving on to the passenger compartment, I think it is important to review the main external dimensions of this model.
| Length | Height | Width | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | Height | Width | Wheelbase |
| 5.591 mm | 1.905 mm | 1.894 mm | 3.488 millimetres. |
But perhaps more important is knowing the lower angles and the headroom, as well as the ability to wade.
| Home | Departure from | ventral | ground clearance | wading capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Departure from | ventral | ground clearance | wading capacity |
| 41o | 25o | 18.5o | 253 mm | 760mm at 80km/h |
Quality and robustness inside
As I was saying at the beginning, it is not only a model to use as a work tool, but it goes one step further. And this is noticeable in the passenger compartment, where a luxury appearance and good workmanship with the recognized resistance, robustness and reliability of the American brand.
In this way, in the Jeep Gladiator we have a style very similar to that of the aforementioned Wrangler. We find a small but sufficient instrument panel for a car of this type, remarkable materials for a pick-up but easily washable as the brand has commented, and a central square-shaped screen (8,4 inches) to control infotainment and some settings. vehicle.
Regarding space, the front seats are more than enough for two large adults, while the rear seats are somewhat less comfortable but equally usable. In addition, the rear seats can be folded and there are also hidden storage compartments under these second row bench seats.
What does your box offer us?
And as far as the box is concerned, if we pull the technical sheet we find that the volume is 1.005 liters, being able to support no less than 613 kilos of load. The maximum length of the box with the lid closed is 1,53 meters, while the maximum width is 1,44 meters.
Main technical details of the Jeep Gladiator
We now make the jump to the technical part, starting with the engine. This Jeep Gladiator is powered by a diesel engine 6-liter V3.0; a mechanic that offers 264 CV and nothing less than 600 Nm from 1.400 rpm. At the output of the crankshaft is attached a ZF automatic gearbox 8 speed.
How could it be otherwise, we have a all-wheel drive system with various operating modes. We have rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and four-wheel drive with reduction gear. And to this we must add the blockade of TracLok rear differential, as well as a lot of electronics to guarantee the grip of the tires on ascents, descents, bridge crossings and very complicated surfaces.
At the wheel in its habitat
In this presentation Jeep prepared us a off road route of more than 20 minutes with his new pick-up. It was not a dangerous track for the Jeep Gladiator, but it is clear to me that few cars would be able to complete it safely. And that the test cars did not come shod with all-terrain wheels, but with a mixed compound.
During the first meters the attention is drawn to the large vehicle dimensions that we are driving, but the truth is that despite the narrowness of the route, the turning capacity is good and you do not have to open up too much. And this is because we have a short front overhang.
Circulating in a chain, the most amazing thing is see how Dana 44 axles work of the vehicle that precedes us before crossing bridges, keeping all the wheels in contact with the ground except in very pronounced obstacles. When this happens there is no problem, because the traction system and the electronics allow the car to continue moving forward without flinching.
The same thing happens before promotions really important. The engine, the gearbox, the traction and the electronics create an unbeatable poker even if on the slope we run into any pothole or pronounced irregularity. Really, it is really striking to see the capabilities that a fully stock vehicle can offer in the field.
As if all this were not enough, the Jeep Gladiator has a front camera that we can activate on the screen to better see what the front tires are going to step on a few moments later, facilitating maneuvers. Oh, by the way, this front camera counts with cleaning, throwing a jet of pressurized water on it in case it gets dirty.
As expected, its weak point, or less good, is that the ventral and departure angles are not remarkable. Be careful, they are not bad, far from it, but in that sense a Jeep Wrangler will be more solvent because it has a shorter wheelbase and less rear overhang. In any case, protections are not lacking.
And with a multitude of assistants driving
Despite its offroad character, the brand with the seven vertical stripes did not want to skimp on offering a large supply of equipment on safety matter. You can practically count on the same assistants and systems as any current tourism.
For example, it comes with automatic high beams, blind spot detection, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking system, rear cross traffic alert, reversing camera and parking sensors; in addition to the aforementioned LED headlights.
Equipment Jeep Gladiator
The Jeep Gladiator is offered in two trim levels. The base variant is called the Overland, while the most currently equipped is called the Launch Edition.
Overland
- active speed limiter
- 18-inch wheels
- Alpine Premium sound pack with 8 speakers
- Parking sensors
- Protective plates on the bottom
- Rear view camera
- Full size spare wheel
- Multifunction leather steering wheel
- DAB digital radio
- Cruise control
- LED front and rear lights
- 12 volt socket
- Instrument panel with 7-inch TFT screen
- keyless start
- rear differential lock
- Dana M210 front axle
- Dana M220 rear axle
- Selec-trac system
- folding rear seats
- Speed selector on ascents and descents
Launch Edition (adds)
- 230 volt socket
- Specific 18-inch wheels
- offroad front camera
- 400W inverter
- blind spot sensor
- Wireless speaker system
- Audio equipment with 9 speakers including Subwoofer
- Adaptive cruise control
- Storage under the rear seats
- Cargo box roll-up cover
- Safety Group Pack
- comfort package
- Tech Pack
- Launch Edition Emblem
- Forward Collision Warning Plus
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
Jeep Gladiator Prices
According to Jeep, the official price of Jeep Gladiator Overland is 73.300 euros. Meanwhile, the Launch Edition variant with the additional equipment described above has a PVP of 78.800 euros. In any case, the brand and the accessories subsidiary Mopar offer a large number of possibilities for extras, accessories and configurations.
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More information about this model
- Plazas 5
- Power 264 cv
- Consumer goods 9,6 l / 100km
- Assessment 4