2020 Jeep Gladiator Engine

February 25th, 2020 by
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The Jeep Gladiator has been one of the most popular Jeep trucks since it’s debut in 2019, and since then many Escondido drivers want to know what it’s engine specs and dimensions are. The Jeep Gladiator was built from the ground up with legendary Jeep technology to be a pick-up like no other. Navigate difficult terrain off-road or on the job site with the Jeeps spectacular capabilities and engine performance. Learn about the Jeep Gladiator mpg, towing capacity, and horsepower below, then contact us at Jack Powell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to take the Jeep Gladiator on a test drive around Carlsbad.

Jeep Gladiator Engine Specs

The Jeep Gladiator engine has been carefully designed to balance capability and versatility for all your Vista jobs. To achieve this, each Jeep Gladiator comes with a 3.6L Pentastar® engine. Not only does this engine provide the Jeep Gladiator with the power it needs to tow heavy loads, but it also gives it the power to navigate difficult terrain. This engine is well known in Jeep models like the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep Gladiator MPG and engine specs are below:

  • 285 hp
  • 260 lb-ft of torque
  • EPA Estimated 17 mpg City & 22 mpg Highway
  • Variable Valve Timing
  • Engine Start/Stop technology

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Jeep Gladiator Capability

With the same engine and Jeep DNA as the Wrangler, the Gladiator already promises to be one of the most capable mid-size pickups in San Marcos. However, you may be wondering what the towing and payload capacity specs are for the Jeep Gladiator. Read below to see if the Jeep Gladiator specs are right for your Escondido project:

  • Max. towing capacity of up to 7,650 lbs (best in class)
  • Max. payload capacity of up to 1,600 lbs
  • Trail Rated® off-road capability
  • Dana® 44 heavy-duty solid axles
  • Standard 4×4 across all trims

Test Drive a Jeep Gladiator at Jack Powell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!

Now that you know more about the Jeep Gladiator MPG and other Jeep Gladiator specs, come by our Escondido showroom to see the Jeep Gladiator in person! Our friendly staff will be happy to help you find the Jeep Gladiator trim level that’s right for you, and they can even show you the available accessories that you can add on to your Gladiator to make it unique to you! Not sure if the Gladiator is right for you? Browse our Jeep inventory to see which Jeep will upgrade your off-road adventures!

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