Mopar Jeep Gladiator revealed as a limited-edition truck with a hefty price tag and a focus on aesthetics over significant off-road upgrades.
The Mopar '24 Gladiator is based on the Gladiator Rubicon, sporting a sleek black exterior adorned with a topographical map of the legendary Rubicon trail. Red accents and Jeep Performance Parts logos add a touch of flair. Practical upgrades include heavy-duty rock rails, a grille guard for additional protection, and 17-inch aluminum wheels wrapped in Falken all-terrain tires for improved grip on rough terrain.
Further enhancing the visual appeal is a three-piece body-color hardtop, a tonneau cover for securing cargo in the bed, and a spray-on bedliner offering durability and protection.
While Jeep only released one image of the interior, it showcases a luxurious feel with two-tone Katzkin leather seats featuring embossed Mopar logos. Red contrast stitching adds a sporty touch, while black sill plates and a Mopar headliner elevate the overall ambiance. Additional features include grab handles for passengers, all-weather floor mats for easy cleaning, and a unique "serialized badge" on the center console, signifying the limited-edition nature of the vehicle.
Mopar equips the Gladiator with a proven 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine generating 285 horsepower and 352 Nm of torque. However, the press release remains silent on whether the special edition comes with an automatic or manual transmission, leaving potential buyers with a question mark.
Only 250 units of the Mopar '24 Gladiator will be produced, and they are currently arriving at select dealerships across the United States. To sweeten the deal for these exclusive buyers, Mopar throws in a special owner's kit containing a personalized certificate of authenticity, a custom rendering of their specific vehicle created by the Mopar design team, and an 83-piece tool kit, presumably for minor repairs or adjustments.
Mopar is setting its sights on Jeep. The result? A limited-edition Gladiator with a starting MSRP of $70,295, which jumps to $72,190 after factoring in the $1,895 destination fee. While undeniably expensive, Mopar is positioning this Gladiator as the "world's most off-road capable midsize truck." However, as we'll see, the off-road prowess might be more about looks than actual enhancements.
The Mopar '24 Gladiator boasts a captivating visual package, a luxurious interior, and undeniable exclusivity. However, with a price tag exceeding $70,000 and limited upgrades for serious off-roading, potential buyers should carefully consider their priorities.