Saw one on the street yesterday and glanced at the specs online. Interesting numbers and features for towing with a 3.6L engine with a 6 speed manual or 8 speed auto., 7600 tow cap. And 1600 lb. cc. I will not buy one, but anyone who likes back country camping might want to look at one...

I saw them at the Jeep Beach event this year (Daytona Beach). They offered a ride-along on a small hilly course they built.It looks neat, but if they want to be a contender, they need to offer a V8 version. I'd consider a hemi version, but V6, no thanks!

While I think the Ecodiesel is a bit too small and under powered for a 1500, I think it is perfect for a mid-size truck like the Gladiator. I know a lot people waiting to buy one when the Ecodiesel version comes out.

It still rides and drives like a Wrangler. So having a V8 is not a big deal for extra towing. The engine performance seems in line for the intended use. If you like the capabilities of the Wrangler but looking for more cargo space this is a good option.

I told myself I was going to buy one when they became available, but they’re just too proud of it. It seems to be about $10k more than a somewhat similarly equipped Colorado or Ranger.

I like them, but after watching TFL pull a 7k trailer up the hill at pretty much 6000 rpm the whole way, I would wait for the ecodiesel as well. Even though it will have a slightly lower tow rating, I think it will be a more pleasant truck for towing near the rated limit.I have the same V6 in our minivan. It's a great engine, lots of power, but needs a lot of RPM to get anything done.For smaller trailers it will be great, way better than a regular Wrangler for midsize truck duties.

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PAThwacker
Explorer
Sep 20, 2019
Many Gladiators are showing up on the roads in PA. Some seen towing 22 foot lake boats, and other toys. Looks to be a colorado, ranger, taco, and frontier killers. Soccer mom mobile 4 door jeeps will soon be gladiator versions.
Grit_dog
Trailblazer
Sep 10, 2019
smarty wrote:
MSRP is off the charts, IMHO

True dat. Unbelievably so actually.
smarty
Explorer II
Sep 10, 2019
MSRP is off the charts, IMHO
Bionic_Man
Explorer
Sep 10, 2019
badercubed wrote:
FishOnOne wrote:
Made a trip to the deer camp this weekend to fill feeders and seen countless 4 door Jeeps and a few 2 door Jeeps but not a single Gladiator. I've yet to see one in the wild!
Four Door Wranglers are becoming the favorite for soccer moms around here.

Replacing the F150?
badercubed
Explorer
Sep 10, 2019
FishOnOne wrote:
Made a trip to the deer camp this weekend to fill feeders and seen countless 4 door Jeeps and a few 2 door Jeeps but not a single Gladiator. I've yet to see one in the wild!
Four Door Wranglers are becoming the favorite for soccer moms around here.
FishOnOne
Nomad
Sep 09, 2019
Made a trip to the deer camp this weekend to fill feeders and seen countless 4 door Jeeps and a few 2 door Jeeps but not a single Gladiator. I've yet to see one in the wild!
Bedlam
Moderator
Sep 09, 2019
The current trail models are 107-109" long and have grown in size the last 8 years.
Whatchaupto
Explorer
Sep 09, 2019
The RZR length depends on the model. My 50" wide trail version is 102" long (8.5 feet). Don
Bedlam
Moderator
Sep 09, 2019
Flashman wrote:
I wonder if some one will make a flat bed for the Gladiator? I could put my 570 rzr on it and flat tow it behind a motor home. Be just about perfect.

The RZR is 9' long so you cannot side load this vehicle. It would have to ramped up over the cab since a 9' deck behind a Gladiator cab would put CG too far rear of the axle.
Crodad
Explorer
Sep 09, 2019
TFL Truck put to the max towing capability.

Watch it here

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