Compare Jeep Gladiator vs the Competition
2024 Jeep Gladiator vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma
Compare New Trucks with a Dive Into the Jeep Gladiator & Toyota Tacoma
From everyday tasks in Newport, TN to off-road adventures throughout the Great Smoky Mountains, the new Jeep Gladiator is the perfect mid-size pickup. Can the mid-size Toyota Tacoma even compare to the lone Jeep® truck lauded for its versatility, all-terrain capability, and open-air freedom? Truck shoppers from Sevierville can find out through this head-to-head mid-size truck comparison. Before buying a new Jeep Gladiator in Newport, TN with Stinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, see what makes the Gladiator a unique warrior for off-roading.
Comparison Table Information
| Comparisons | Jeep Gladiator | Toyota Tacoma |
| Engine | 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 | 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 285 | 228 |
| Torque | 260 pound-feet | 243 pound-feet |
| Towing Capacity | 7,700 pounds | 6,500 pounds |
| Payload Capacity | 1,725 pounds | 1,685 pounds |
| Ground Clearance | 11.6 inches | 11 inches |
| Water Fording | 31.5 inches | 27 inches |
| Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined) | 16/23/19 mpg | 20/23/21 mpg for non-hybrid |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 gallons | 21 gallons |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Truck Bed | 60 inches | 60 or 72 inches |
| Legroom (Front/Back Row) | 41.2/38.3 inches | 42.9/24.6 inches |
| Length | 137 inches | 127 inches |
| Width | 74 inches | 74 inches |
| Height | 75 inches | 71 inches |
Towing & Payload
With a new Jeep Gladiator truck, Newport, TN travelers can tow heavier trailers and haul heavier payloads in the back end. The Jeep Gladiator gives you best-in-class ratings for towing and payload at 7,700 and 1,725 pounds, respectively. The Toyota Tacoma can only tow 6,500 pounds, and its payload rating is 1,685 pounds.
Engines
The new Jeep Gladiator is also more powerful than base Tacoma models. Under the hood of the Jeep Gladiator is a 285-horsepower 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine delivering 260 pound-feet of torque. The Toyota Tacoma has a standard turbocharged 4-cylinder engine outputting 228 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. Max performance outputs are 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque, but those figures are for all-new 2024 hybrid models with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain. An optional i-FORCE gas engine with the same 2.4-liter displacement generates 278 horsepower, which is less than the Jeep Gladiator.
Ground Clearance & Water Fording
Boasting 11.6 inches of best-in-class ground clearance, the new Jeep Gladiator helps Sevierville travelers clear obstacles on Tennessee trails throughout the Great Smoky Mountains. It's easy to cross creeks, too, with 31.5 inches of water fording capability. The Toyota Tacoma offers an all-new Trailhunter model but is still behind, at respective clearance ratings of 11 and 27 inches.
Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy
The Toyota Tacoma's max fuel economy ratings of 21/26 miles per gallon are deceiving with the hybrid powertrain. Base models earn 23 highway miles per gallon, which the Jeep Gladiator matches on the return trip up I-40 back to Newport, TN.
Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma Utility
While the Toyota Tacoma has a generic tailgate, the Jeep Gladiator has a three-position tailgate. A roll-up tonneau cover protects your Jeep Gladiator against the elements when you're exploring away from home in Sevierville. The new Jeep Gladiator has a Trail Rail™ system, an exclusive utility feature designed to help Newport, TN travelers keep their adventure gear well organized.
There are also tie-down loops, a bed power outlet, and LED bed lighting. The Jeep Gladiator is designed with a rugged, all-steel 5-foot cargo bed, while the Toyota Tacoma has bed configurations of five and six feet. The Tacoma has an aluminum-reinforced bed. The Tacoma offers LED bed lighting and a onboard AC inverter of 2,400 watts.
Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma Technology
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator upgrades its tech lineup to include the advanced Uconnect® 5 system. This gives Sevierville explorers access to a new 12.3-inch touchscreen, which is the largest standard display in the Jeep Gladiator's class. Integrated Trail Guides and Adventure Guides are available when Newport, TN truck buyers upgrade to the Jeep Gladiator's Uconnect® 5 NAV system with navigation. Explore with confidence with a new Jeep Gladiator! The Tacoma has a much smaller 8-inch touchscreen paired with Toyota Audio Multimedia.
FAQs
How much more can a Jeep Gladiator truck tow than the Toyota Tacoma?
With a max towing rating of 7,700 pounds, the new Jeep Gladiator helps Newport, TN drivers tow an additional 1,200 pounds!
Is the Jeep Gladiator a superior off-road truck?
Without a doubt. The Jeep Gladiator has legendary off-roading capability and has a Trail Rated® badge from grueling off-road tests. The Gladiator's Jeep® Brand 4x4 systems give the truck superior 4x4 capability over the Tacoma. Toyota's TRD and Trailhunter models offer off-road features, but they don't surpass those of the Jeep Gladiator.
Does the Jeep Gladiator or Toyota Tacoma offer more ground clearance?
While the Trailhunter debuts to extend the Toyota Tacoma's ground clearance to 11 inches, that's still lower than the Jeep Gladiator at 11.6 inches.
Which truck has a higher payload capacity?
The Jeep Gladiator has a higher payload rating of 1,725 pounds, topping the Tacoma by 40 pounds.
What are the truck bed lengths for the Jeep Gladiator and the competition?
Each new truck has a 60-inch bed. The Tacoma offers an optional 72-inch truck bed.
Which new truck offers more legroom?
The Toyota Tacoma offers under 25 inches of back-row legroom. The new Jeep Gladiator accommodates families from Sevierville, as back-row passengers can enjoy 38 inches of best-in-class legroom.
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Buy or Lease a New Jeep Gladiator in Newport, TN
Visit our Jeep® dealership in Newport, TN to test drive a new Jeep Gladiator today! Stinnett CDJR has a huge selection of Jeep Gladiator trucks not far from Sevierville. Contact us to learn more about the superior truck.
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