Jeep Gladiator: Great and Awful Things We Learned After 6 Months - Long-term Update

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4 жыл бұрын

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@sierravortec2494
@sierravortec2494 4 жыл бұрын
Love what you guys did to the Rubicon, looks like a military vehicle
@Adiscretefirm
@Adiscretefirm 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a military vehicle, overpriced, lacking in comfort, probably need a maintenance company following you around after 30,000 miles, and you better hope someone else is paying the fuel bill.
@markgosser9578
@markgosser9578 4 жыл бұрын
Carl Rice keep your stupid comments to yourself.
@danh8302
@danh8302 4 жыл бұрын
Mark Gosser what is the internet for otherwise?
@lyric.kayden
@lyric.kayden 4 жыл бұрын
Mark Gosser truth hurts window licker.
@Adiscretefirm
@Adiscretefirm 4 жыл бұрын
@@markgosser9578 sorry you paid that much for a FCA product, come back in a few years and tell me how reliable it is.
@flaxseedoil1000
@flaxseedoil1000 4 жыл бұрын
"My favorite part is this 8.4 inch uconnect screen...it's quick to respond". Screen "Please wait"
@andyham6094
@andyham6094 4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@spec24
@spec24 3 жыл бұрын
Apparently you've never used a Ford's touchscreen.
@rorycaracciolo6814
@rorycaracciolo6814 4 жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to buy a diesel gladiator in 15 years when they’ve depreciated enough to actually be worth the money 😍
@Ckperes
@Ckperes 4 жыл бұрын
u would think that they would make the logical choice and put a cummins in it but sadly it will be a decrepit italian made diesel so don't get your hopes up :/
@persistentwind
@persistentwind 4 жыл бұрын
@@Ckperes where is cummins at? Seems like they are avoiding this market. But that vm motori, I had a 2 gen and I had no issues. I could only imagine the redesign will only be better! So until cummins comes to bat I really think the 3rd gen motori is the best bet right now until we get more data on the duramax.
@groofromtheup5719
@groofromtheup5719 3 жыл бұрын
@@persistentwind Cummins has their r2.8 in this segment, but nobody is buying it.
@cr4zyj4ck
@cr4zyj4ck 3 жыл бұрын
@@groofromtheup5719 r2.8 looks great on paper but then you realize it's only emissions compliant on '99 and older vehicles and the thing costs ~$7600 plus installation, so by the time you shell out for the engine and get it installed you've just dropped $~12,000 upgrading a 21+ year old vehicle with a 165hp diesel engine. I think people were expecting the price to be quite a bit less than what it is, $5,000 or so would be a liveable price point for a 4 cylinder diesel engine but the $7,600 is far too high
@sterlingwitherspoon5709
@sterlingwitherspoon5709 3 жыл бұрын
Smart guy
@107uptown
@107uptown 3 жыл бұрын
I think I’ve needed to this type of content for the Gladiator. Seems like it’s still relegated to 3rd vehicle option and weekend fun. Thanks guys!
@kennethisaac3799
@kennethisaac3799 4 жыл бұрын
What do you call a happy Roman???? A GLADIATOR! Get it?
@HankTheTank23
@HankTheTank23 3 жыл бұрын
Especially a Rubicon Gladiator. The Rubicon is a river north of Rome which Julius Caesar famously crossed when he decided to become the emperor by force.
@krane15
@krane15 3 жыл бұрын
Meaning you want all the extras for free, or you just prefer the raw chassis with a molded plastic dash and vinyl bench seats?
@annesweeney5552
@annesweeney5552 3 жыл бұрын
Funny I laughed
@cjruizgta
@cjruizgta 4 жыл бұрын
Lol can’t say it’s a really reliable only after 5k miles
@JSchroederee
@JSchroederee 4 жыл бұрын
Cj Ruiz , 5k with no major repairs by Chrysler Fiat standards that’s extremely reliable
@xziang
@xziang 3 жыл бұрын
Agree, but longterm now a days seems to be anything longer then a week. :(
@diesellozano7874
@diesellozano7874 3 жыл бұрын
Shit you must not own a ford lol..
@Erin-Thor
@Erin-Thor 3 жыл бұрын
Based on my experience no shop time at 5k miles is absolutely amazing! Kudos to Jeep! No recalls! No “drive it off the lot” and discovering this that or the other thing doesn’t work. AWESOME! Mine had 3 failures on the first day, then 27 others over the first 3 years. LOVED mine, but hated the shop time and it’s frequency of repairs.
@gariegalaraga4545
@gariegalaraga4545 3 жыл бұрын
I have mine for one year sad to say that all complaint about Jeep is all true ,I have frequent problems with leak and trip to the dealership, trade it in to Toyota Tacoma off road never look back!!👍👍
@glengardner5477
@glengardner5477 4 жыл бұрын
Very thorough as per your usual. I really enjoy your videos, full of great information. The Gladiator, is certainly a specialized vehicle. Not really for towing, can't really haul a lot in the tiny bed, not built for speed, but it will rock crawl, and climb and off road... not really practical for urbanites, but we all still want one! Hahaha.
@jeepsandevs486
@jeepsandevs486 4 жыл бұрын
Y'all need to put led headlights and running lights on it. It looks odd as is with all those led pods
@jedironin380
@jedironin380 4 жыл бұрын
It's a Jeep thing. ;)
@RestrictedHades
@RestrictedHades 4 жыл бұрын
It’s a cheap thing
@dctorres210
@dctorres210 3 жыл бұрын
I like the look you all came up with. I am considering it because I want the best of both worlds. I want a jeep but I sometimes need a truck. I am willing to compromise on the breakover angles and hardcore offroad capability for towing capability and the bed. Thanks alot guys.
@codeman99-dev
@codeman99-dev 4 жыл бұрын
"Offers a lot for the money" WHAT? I'm so confused.
@James-il3tq
@James-il3tq 4 жыл бұрын
Ya it offers 6mpg towing 7000lbs 🤣
@bob707builder8
@bob707builder8 4 жыл бұрын
I looked at Gladiators and EVERY one of them had 10 to 15 thousands dollars worth off options. So Base Gladiator starts at 44 thousand. That's like crazy. The only exception are the manuals. I tried learning manual years ago and it didn't work out. I wouldn't mind trying again.
@zxreed
@zxreed 4 жыл бұрын
It’s great that the mid size truck is not just an afterthought but if you are going to market it as an “all around” truck you need more options with motor, transmission other options, I.e Dana 44’s and Lockers. Let’s be honest if you need to tow 7k lbs this isn’t the vehicle for you.
@ChrisParayno
@ChrisParayno 4 жыл бұрын
JD Powah - Mahk😆😆
@lawnmowerdude
@lawnmowerdude 3 жыл бұрын
Darwin Estep I thought the base gladiator was 35k?
@losttribe3001
@losttribe3001 4 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome guys and thanks for your honest review. Though, with the longer wheel base, I’d be nervous to have the spare tire underneath while off roading on the tougher trails.
@ZebraKatzWhereItsAt
@ZebraKatzWhereItsAt 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah with all the room having the bed provides, its surprising its underneath.
@beerdette
@beerdette 4 жыл бұрын
You need a Bestop Sunrider top, I use mine so often because it's so easy to open and enjoy the outside.
@markmedina4072
@markmedina4072 3 жыл бұрын
Is it loud when driving?
@beerdette
@beerdette 3 жыл бұрын
@@markmedina4072 not bad
@justin________7477
@justin________7477 2 жыл бұрын
I'm on the fence between a Sunrider and soft top. Too many choices ha
@videosight1
@videosight1 4 жыл бұрын
Ridiculous price for what you get
@BIGGIEDEVIL
@BIGGIEDEVIL 4 жыл бұрын
Over priced and under delivering
@scotturich
@scotturich 4 жыл бұрын
I have a Gladiator and just to get a Tacoma TRD Pro up to the same capability out of the box off-road as the Rubicon it was going to cost me more not to say that the Tacoma isn’t good off-road just that the modifications were going to make the price much higher. If you plan living on pavement don’t buy a gladiator much cheaper and better options
@Lex-Rex
@Lex-Rex 4 жыл бұрын
It reminds me of a Harley Davidson cost wise.
@karlo9535
@karlo9535 4 жыл бұрын
Ikr smh
@shazamkablam1420
@shazamkablam1420 4 жыл бұрын
$55,000 for that?. They can kiss my soft side.
@007KrausBean
@007KrausBean 4 жыл бұрын
Still not bad for the first pass at this vehicle. I see it getting better as it matures.
@phprofYT
@phprofYT 4 жыл бұрын
It won't mature well.
@skyohern2343
@skyohern2343 3 жыл бұрын
this comment aged very well. 😂 GM can’t sell enough
@MP_-ek8ij
@MP_-ek8ij 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! surprised that at this price range you get crappy headlights since it’s built for off-road. You would think jeep would want you to have the best visibility at night while off roading especially at 55k+
@Mariannapoling
@Mariannapoling 3 жыл бұрын
Guys, awesome vids. Very thorough reviews on this truck. I want one so bad, and will have one as soon as I have the funds saved up. I'll be getting the diesel Rubicon for sure for the extra torque. I'm up in Greeley, so it's nice to see some local Colorado views in your videos!
@e.santerre2071
@e.santerre2071 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, I'm the same size as Andre and I really appreciate him showing how he fits in the back seat.
@BennyTygohome
@BennyTygohome 2 жыл бұрын
To fix the driver seat not going back far enough, there is a seat rail upgrade you can get for big and tall people. I wonder if a regular 2dr Wrangler also has the issue with drivers seat.
@Robstunner
@Robstunner 4 жыл бұрын
when you buy these things new they come with a cover for the freedom panels you can can store them safetly when taken off
@pickuptrucker17
@pickuptrucker17 4 жыл бұрын
great review as always! almost nobody will spend 55 grr and then actually be honest about the truck! keep it up guys!
@travisp11
@travisp11 4 жыл бұрын
Funny what you mentioned about the seats. Im 5'11¨ and my old 2001 Cherokee XJ had the same issue with leg room. I test drove a Wrangler a few years ago and again, not much leg room. Funny how things havent changed.
@Rkbrown88
@Rkbrown88 4 жыл бұрын
Had mine for 7 months and 9,200 miles so far. I absolutely love the thing
@bobbobbinson1841
@bobbobbinson1841 4 жыл бұрын
For that price you could get a jeep tj, a cheap pickup to carry shit, AND a tesla!
@yosam5184
@yosam5184 4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this review and Tommy hit the nail on the head with driver seat room. Ya just can't make a silk purse out of a damned good sow's ear!
@jasonallen6836
@jasonallen6836 4 жыл бұрын
I literally pulled the seat off the frame of my JKu, and re drilled the mounting holes an 1 1/2" further back.
@annesweeney5552
@annesweeney5552 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine and put thousands miles on it ! Love it ! Mine came with a luggage bag for two roofs ! I notice there’s a blind spot in passenger front window be careful !
@rondail5675
@rondail5675 4 жыл бұрын
Good, honest, review!!
@Lex-Rex
@Lex-Rex 4 жыл бұрын
You need to be rocking 42" tires just to deal with that break over angle once you start to really get into it.
@AssMcBlast
@AssMcBlast 4 жыл бұрын
If you're comparing it to other jeeps then yes. But it's similar to most mid-sized trucks.
@richardsveum8452
@richardsveum8452 4 жыл бұрын
A 2 door or a extended cab version would look awesome but the looks of that truck just leave me cold.
@ricksmith4231
@ricksmith4231 Жыл бұрын
The only bad thing about Jeeps is that they won’t honour their own warranty. My 2020 JTR 3.6 sounds like a diesel and has done since 36k. They replaced the rockers, lifters and cams and the ticking persists. Now at 59k the ticking is worse and they told me to “baby the engine” and go away. The engine is disintegrating, throwing metal filings throughout. This was my “dream Jeep” that I was planning on keeping and modifying. Now I can’t trade it in or sell it without taking a huge loss. This engine will fail prematurely and FCA has known about this issue since 2013, with class-action law suits in both the US and Canada regarding the 3.6 “ticking issue”. I have had many FCA vehicles including Jeeps, but this is going to be my last due to way I was treated and the warranty not being worth the paper it’s written on!
@desertdog185
@desertdog185 3 жыл бұрын
It would be nice if Jeep actually would sell the “Available Trailer Brake Controller”. A soft top that would fully retract such as found on the JL/JLU would be nice too. Great review guys!
@mixflip
@mixflip 3 жыл бұрын
$60k.....I love jeeps but c'mon jeep....you know that just wrong.
@krane15
@krane15 3 жыл бұрын
You want you cake and eat it too? You don't get all those amenities for free.
@marcdelgado4578
@marcdelgado4578 3 жыл бұрын
It’s like jeep wranglers and gladiators have become status symbols. At least here where I live it’s all about mall crawlers with the most expensive parts.
@JohnDoe-us1ek
@JohnDoe-us1ek 3 жыл бұрын
Marc Delgado right 😂😂😂 only see a handful being used for off roading in the mountains here in Hawaii lol most buy em brand new and slap some chrome deep dish 24-26s on em with a little lift
@aleayala645
@aleayala645 3 жыл бұрын
Love what you guys did to the Rubicon, looks like a military vehicle
@CJLane-62
@CJLane-62 3 жыл бұрын
@@krane15 you Should have them for Free,At that Freaking Price!😎😎
@NickTarterOKC
@NickTarterOKC 4 жыл бұрын
I love my Grand Cherokee diesel. It's a beast and can tow like crazy while maintaining decent fuel economy. I've got it lifted with some off road goodies too. I'm excited to see how the Gladiator performs with the diesel.
@kavehoskoui8292
@kavehoskoui8292 4 жыл бұрын
Well done, as always! The problem with this GREAT idea is too expensive in Canada and the truck is too long!
@saturnfire
@saturnfire 4 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of a model T Ford....i would lean towards Tacoma TRD pro
@06colkurtz
@06colkurtz 4 жыл бұрын
What is more amazing is it drags its bottom on rock after rock after rock and required a huge team of people stacking rocks to get it through.
@richfarfugnuven6308
@richfarfugnuven6308 4 жыл бұрын
Lift it with 35" or 37" tires...
@06colkurtz
@06colkurtz 4 жыл бұрын
@@richfarfugnuven6308 taking it to the heights necessary to compensate for the breakover angle just compromises performance in other areas. Like entering and exiting and driving on the street.
@richfarfugnuven6308
@richfarfugnuven6308 4 жыл бұрын
@@06colkurtz i disagree up to a point. 35" tires need no trimming or regearing. Look at Ford with the Tremor package, 35" tires, no problems. The Powerwagon, Wrangler Rubicon, and Gladiator Rubicon should all come with 35" tires standard.
@AmericanFry
@AmericanFry 3 жыл бұрын
I put 35s on mine went to Moab and it was fully forked, suspension as contorted as it could go on the front and back, both axles were opposite directions and the 35’s didn’t rub with no lift I also have a grab handle and it’s super easy to get in
@Aceinfinity-le8zc
@Aceinfinity-le8zc 2 жыл бұрын
@@AmericanFry no lift ?
@walterwillis5351
@walterwillis5351 4 жыл бұрын
Agree with you on the driver seat (in my Wrangler) - but my problem is short legs. I ended up putting some nuts under the seat rail to get a little bit of tilt in the front because I felt there was no support for my legs and I kept wanting to slide forward. Power adjustable seats would be nice, if other offroad vehicles can have them, why not the Wrangler/Gladiator? I love my Wrangler, have a Gladiator on order. Wrangler will not tow the trailer I want to get, so decided to get a Gladiator.
@davec.3198
@davec.3198 4 жыл бұрын
Are you guys doing the TAT? Can't wait to see that series! I've watched many ADV riders do the trail and it is on my bucket list! Maybe by the time I get to do it my 7 year old son will be 16. That would be an adventure.
@justin________7477
@justin________7477 2 жыл бұрын
Digging my 21 Willys, love that you can still get manual everything, and the vast Jeep aftermarket. My only complaint is the 3.73 gears, makes 6th gear useless and doesn't really help mpg (will be getting 4.56s). 4.10s shouldve been standard, 4.56s optional.
@MaxMeridius0920
@MaxMeridius0920 4 жыл бұрын
I keep a moving blanket in the bed for the tops - separates and protects
@OdysseyOffroad
@OdysseyOffroad 4 ай бұрын
The lack of safety systems like pre collision a million cameras is something i love about it. My last few trucks had way to many sensors and beeps and warnings. I love how my Mojave is like an old school truck without all the nanny systems. I love it!
@michaelhart8539
@michaelhart8539 4 жыл бұрын
Comparing the Gladiator (Rubicon) to the Power Wagon, you get front and rear locking diffs, sway bar disconnect. In the Power Wagon, you get a Warn Winch, more horsepower, better storage space, and just a monster of a truck...for near the same price as a Rubicon. And the PW is a highly capable off road truck!
@bobjeep8723
@bobjeep8723 4 жыл бұрын
Too wide.
@3098jorge
@3098jorge 4 жыл бұрын
Completely, agree. The PW is a much better value. The people who say the PW is too wide for the trail need to think about how often the Gladiator gets hung up on the trail because of its terrible break over angle. The PW break over angle according to FCA is better than that of the Gladiators by several degrees.
@rediron44
@rediron44 4 жыл бұрын
@@3098jorge not the Rubicon model. The PW is awesome. But people who buy the Gladiator, buy it for a reason. They dont want or need a fullsize truck.
@calvinm119
@calvinm119 4 жыл бұрын
You could do what I did and buy them both 🤷🏾‍♂️. Excessive..yes.. but I use them for different things. The PW is used for towing, hauling, and off roading where I need a large truck. The Gladiator is used for daily driving and off road in where I need a smaller truck. Both are great trucks and very similar. One can’t go wrong either way.
@haroldcummingd2267
@haroldcummingd2267 3 жыл бұрын
I was one or the other for us. We chose the PW.
@yvesseguin6381
@yvesseguin6381 4 жыл бұрын
There’s a bag that comes for the panels which makes it easy to carry and transport both. The back part is super easy to take off. I pulled the Jeep challenge and took the hole thing off by myself. I know have the soft top. Super easy to install and looks great. I got my Gladiator on rollout last year and have been living it. I got the sport model and have put a few upgrades to it
@jf4500
@jf4500 3 жыл бұрын
I’d be a lot more interested if it was a 2 door with a 6’ bed like the J6 concept truck.
@michaelhorner4011
@michaelhorner4011 3 жыл бұрын
Shorter wheelbase = even better off road performance
@mackjones7688
@mackjones7688 3 жыл бұрын
Gladiator is considered a litmus test. So they decided to make the most popular truck configuration in America. That is the Crew cab, short bed pickup. A regular cab version might come later. I doubt it though. Regular cab pickups are a rare creature these days.
@MrJamesLuz
@MrJamesLuz 3 жыл бұрын
Just like manual transmissions, people say they want a regular cab truck, but regular cab trucks don’t sell. Hell I didn’t want a 5.5 ft bed coming from a 2nd Gen Dodge with an 8ft bed….however it’s been fine.
@jf4500
@jf4500 3 жыл бұрын
For the record, I currently own a '16 Ram 1500 reg cab/shortbed, and an '18 JL Wrangler 2 door with manual trans. I've only ever owned regular cab trucks, prefer 2 door Wranglers, and get a manual when available. I know I'm an outlier in the grand scheme of things, but I walk the walk.
@mysteriomarvel933
@mysteriomarvel933 2 жыл бұрын
These guys are great and have a fantastic job test driving new offroad vehicles. I certainly hope Jeep is listening and makes improvements based on customer feedback. Also the fact that a Rubicon doesn't have a standard 3 piece hardtop as a standard feature with black wheels. More typical price gouging at work here folks.
@carlosgallegos8378
@carlosgallegos8378 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent review fellas!
@jaredstephenson6468
@jaredstephenson6468 4 жыл бұрын
I’m the same height as you and the driver seat literally killed the deal for me.
@sersamgo8psamgo180
@sersamgo8psamgo180 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Jeep's not a big man vehicle. It's FORD for me.
@christophershear409
@christophershear409 4 жыл бұрын
I’m 6’4” with a 36” inseam and love the seating position! I usually put the seat a couple inches forward from full extension.
@popeyesailor8744
@popeyesailor8744 3 жыл бұрын
Bronco killed the jeep deal for me.
@joshthomas2809
@joshthomas2809 3 жыл бұрын
I’m right around that same height as well and headroom was my major issue, at a comfortable seating position my head was right in the way of the rollbar
@valdranne
@valdranne 3 жыл бұрын
I’m the same height and I sit in these on almost a daily basis, maybe I’m used to it but its perfectly fine to me, if you think its bad go sit in a TJ then one of these again lol its crazy
@kohsman313
@kohsman313 4 жыл бұрын
Who left the lights on to melt the covers on the LEDs lmao
@nitroxide17
@nitroxide17 4 жыл бұрын
Cuz the lights have powahhh
@PondoSinatra680
@PondoSinatra680 4 жыл бұрын
I bet they tried to pin it on Tommy.
@GuacPapi
@GuacPapi 4 жыл бұрын
Since when do LEDs get hot?!
@thedamnyankee1
@thedamnyankee1 4 жыл бұрын
@@GuacPapi When you dump lots of amps through them.
@OverlandTT
@OverlandTT 4 жыл бұрын
thakurtis All modern high power LEDs create heat, with the leds on my car you can feel the heat stood in front of them similar to halogen.
@Bunkysworkshop
@Bunkysworkshop 4 жыл бұрын
I had one of these and they are a lot of fun but do agree about the drivers seat. The other thing is the Honda Ridgeline and how people made fun of it because of the car/truck idea but I had one as well and man all the things you can do with it. I believe the same thing goes for the Jeep situation.
@DIRTVLOG
@DIRTVLOG 4 жыл бұрын
Yea she looks real good guys! Keep up your good work love your honest real world reviews!
@machfive916
@machfive916 4 жыл бұрын
Solid video as always. A more powerful engine option would be greatly appreciated.
@adamzeppelin
@adamzeppelin 4 жыл бұрын
Diesel and/or a plug in hybrid?
@mattbrew11
@mattbrew11 4 жыл бұрын
I’ll be ordering my diesel in hopefully 6-8 weeks
@chazzcoolidge2654
@chazzcoolidge2654 3 жыл бұрын
Or go back to the AMC days and say "screw it,lets put a V8 in a Jeep" to get a Wrangler/Gladiator with something other than a damned minivan engine that sounds like a choked vacuum cleaner
@mule2195
@mule2195 4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you guys on the headlights as I have bought the Gobi as well. I am 6’ 2 and as for my 2020 the front driver seat for me is perfectly fine. I suppose this is a preference among personal comfort. Being a 16 year military veteran along with PMC work, I have definitely had much more uncomfortable seats than my Jeep has. I have added $5,500 in extras to mine as well. I love how these are blank canvases that you can personalize and make them your own. The only issue I had after putting the oversized 35s on was a little rubbing on tighter turns than normal even with the 3 inch Skyjacker kit. I cured that by installing spacers. I replaced the standard dim yellow headlights with the more capable HID headlights. However, I would have thought for the $52,995 value it would have had a few things standard that it didn’t come with when I purchased it. ***The lower cost was with employee pricing currently going on as of 07/04/2020)*** Overall I love my Jeep Gladiator. With so many aftermarket parts on the market one can get pretty expensive if you haven’t thought or planned out exactly what you want to do with the Gladiator. I started off with a budget and worked the parts from their. I came in just south of what my ceiling was. I hope all of you have a great 4th of July. God bless the United States of America!
@drake1675
@drake1675 Жыл бұрын
hey how there you say that to the jeep stupid
@JohnSmith-zi9or
@JohnSmith-zi9or 4 жыл бұрын
WOW ... I was considering one of these. But after seeing your comment about the front seat room, not for me. I'm 6'2" and one of my worries about driving one of these is room and more specifically safety. These things will get tossed around in a collision and the lack of room, protection and leg room is a no go for me. Good honest review TFL.
@mrgoodkat8567
@mrgoodkat8567 2 жыл бұрын
Theres just as much room in them as the jlu. Im 6’2” as well and all legs and i have plenty of room in it. And once you buy a cap such as a smartcap, you have more usable storage space than a jlu. Unless you are doing serious rock crawling, theres nothing the gladiator cant do that the jlu can. Its better on road and more stable at speeds when going down flat trails
@billydwaynejohnson5541
@billydwaynejohnson5541 4 жыл бұрын
I just saw that misch 4x4 makes seat brackets that provide more leg room for taller individuals.
@brianedgett2134
@brianedgett2134 4 жыл бұрын
It sounds like Jeep and Glock have the same idea. F*** you'll buy it just because.
@Wrangzilla
@Wrangzilla 4 жыл бұрын
Brian Edgett Jeep is more like the AR platform. Very customizable and you can keep it stock for “cheaper” or go all out with accessories....
@Mixwell1983
@Mixwell1983 4 жыл бұрын
Except Glocks are reasobably priced and reliable so quite the opposite of a Jeep.
@Mixwell1983
@Mixwell1983 4 жыл бұрын
@necroona97 hi points have actually done pretty decent in torture tests and are pretty reliable for a $150 firearm. The gun snobs just like to give them a bad name for the price because its not a $900 Kimber 1911....
@rsbrehm
@rsbrehm 4 жыл бұрын
@@Mixwell1983 Jeep is definitely NOT highpoint. They are more like higher priced weapons platforms.
@R281
@R281 4 жыл бұрын
Is Jeep like Apple?
@teamdata
@teamdata 4 жыл бұрын
If I had a nickel for every time Andre says, "I'm just over 6'2''...."
@RegularGuy76
@RegularGuy76 4 жыл бұрын
Daryl Alm he don’t look it......l that’s probably why he has to say it so much...... lol...
@johnthompson5792
@johnthompson5792 4 жыл бұрын
LOL, exactly, I am huge & I want everyone to know it,,, LOL he needs to give it a rest,,,,
@danroggie8265
@danroggie8265 4 жыл бұрын
They all say how tall they are
@Backstretch1
@Backstretch1 4 жыл бұрын
He's proud of his shovel leverage classification when annual great harvest time comes
@bahamatodd
@bahamatodd 4 жыл бұрын
Not everyone watches every video they make.
@hereigoagain5050
@hereigoagain5050 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! That was fast recharging. It must have a 480 wkh charger. Tommy and Andre make a good combo.
@gilbertarnold8666
@gilbertarnold8666 4 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you!
@chadmikell6939
@chadmikell6939 4 жыл бұрын
As long as people keep buying these as is, at these prices, they won't change a thing w/o charging you for it. We need more competition for off road worthy, fun to drive, topless vehicles. Bronco, you're up!
@marcusjohnson1705
@marcusjohnson1705 4 жыл бұрын
Your asking alot for ford to lower the price point on something to increase competition. All ford is going to do bring in the bronco at about 6k to 8k higher, which will raise jeep prices up another 4K.
@markgutierrez6716
@markgutierrez6716 4 жыл бұрын
@@marcusjohnson1705 it's good to see you were wrong buddy
@johnmitchell2741
@johnmitchell2741 2 жыл бұрын
Funny looking at your comment made in 2020.Now in late 2021 these are going $5000 over MSRP Iand you have to order it with a who knows how long waiting list.I just can't wait for 2022
@chadmikell6939
@chadmikell6939 2 жыл бұрын
Man, nothing played out as anticipated. A dealer in Tulsa is willing to place a factory order for wrangler 1,000 under msrp. Said it would be 3 month wait. I would guess longer. Ford screwed the pooch on the Bronco rollout (referring to hard tops)and chip shortage just sort of put the nail in the coffin. This is a crazy world right now!
@TheAntinowherelane
@TheAntinowherelane 4 жыл бұрын
My cheap ass 2018 F150 XL gives me all those same temp gauges on my regular ole instrument cluster and pitch/roll on the center display -- no load time needed. Jeep just over complicating things lol
@Robstunner
@Robstunner 4 жыл бұрын
the offroad pages is meh. Its fun to see pitch and roll, that's really it.
@joshuamoore24_7
@joshuamoore24_7 4 жыл бұрын
That side panel behind the rear door would be good for mounting shaped gas cans. Plus those tool bin looking gas tanks would work on the Jeep Gladiator pick up bed against that cab end.
@ShredGarage
@ShredGarage 4 жыл бұрын
I actually sat in a JL and Gladiator yesterday for the first time, I’m 6’4”.. and can’t agree more with the seating position and lack of room for a tall person. My head would be 1/4 - 1/2” away from the roof, if I tilted the seat back my head would hit the B pillar hoop.. and leg positioning is way off. Was debating between getting a mid sized truck gladiator vs Tacoma and that seating position and lack of room picked it for me.
@Hoopsterbob
@Hoopsterbob 2 жыл бұрын
The driver size and seat adjustments for me are ok and I’m 6’ 4” tall. I worried based on this review if I would fit ok and it’s way more comfortable than a Tacoma. What I don’t like on long drives is the steering wobble. I have a Ford 250 and it drives straight without effort. This seems to take more active steering to keep it going down the road.
@R32vdubb
@R32vdubb Жыл бұрын
EZ fix, Gladiator Mojave 😎
@jamest4162
@jamest4162 Жыл бұрын
Have you looked into the steel steering box replacement for wranglers and gladiators? I've been reading that they seem to cure that deadzone in the center of the steering wheel.
@timwillis2564
@timwillis2564 3 жыл бұрын
love mine, 4:10 gears 2" lift, 10.50x35's pulling our 21' mallard travel trailer around 5000lbs at 55mph avg 9 mpg!! just needs a larger gas tank.
@deanweller5789
@deanweller5789 Жыл бұрын
I bought a Gladiator eco diesel, and I couldn't be more happy with my purchase!
@chuckzechman7390
@chuckzechman7390 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Did you guys have it on the Bunce School Road at all? The one clip looked like it may have bee filmed there? Safe Travels and God Bless!
@gerrygamache5677
@gerrygamache5677 4 жыл бұрын
Can someone Show Andre how to use the gas cap hook on the back of the door always just dropping the gas cap against the vehicle
@p00ner
@p00ner 4 жыл бұрын
If only they still made the 4.0 i6 like in my old 96 Cherokee. Not the power tech version.
@jhobaugh45
@jhobaugh45 4 жыл бұрын
Then it wouldn't be able to hit 80mph? Less than 200hp probably not what the people want...full disclosure, I have a 2003 Rubicon and I bought a TJ to get the 4.0L for reliability...so I am a fan. But this thing really needs a Hemi or a Cummins as an option for $55k+
@donaldhayes6086
@donaldhayes6086 4 жыл бұрын
5.9 magnum or 4.0
@SLICKW1993
@SLICKW1993 3 жыл бұрын
jh45 My 04 LJ is slow as hell lol
@CJLane-62
@CJLane-62 3 жыл бұрын
@@SLICKW1993 so is my 2000 TJ with the 2.5 and 4:11s great milage in the mountains though not too good on the hwy!😁😁🇺🇸🇺🇸
@justin________7477
@justin________7477 2 жыл бұрын
A modern straight 6 would've been cool.
@canuhear2
@canuhear2 2 жыл бұрын
I adore my Mojave. A Wrangler with a bed is perfect for my needs. The only problem is that I like the seat all the way up, and there is a flaw in the system in that every time I get out, it pushes down on the lever, and after I drive it around town, getting in and out, I have to do about 4 pumps to bring it back up. Took a while to figure out that it wasn’t malfunctioning. Finally, after replacing the seat rails, the dealer finally took the lever off for the weekend, and it didn’t go down at all.
@n.l.7308
@n.l.7308 4 жыл бұрын
Excelente review very interesting. 👍👍👍👍👍
@limelife7457
@limelife7457 4 жыл бұрын
I’m glad I got a Tacoma TRD Off Road instead of this one. Reliability and high resale value really sold me on this truck over the Jeep
@DarthDainese
@DarthDainese 4 жыл бұрын
The headlights look so lame when you have the aftermarket lights on
@timmikep1978
@timmikep1978 4 жыл бұрын
There is an aftermarket rock slider that wayalife put on his JT and it helps with that awkward sheetmetal behind the rear door....
@Ahmad-yw5hl
@Ahmad-yw5hl 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful beautiful beautiful review
@user-ny3in1ti9g
@user-ny3in1ti9g 4 ай бұрын
There is nothing wrong with incandescent headlights. I have been using them for the last 15 years. What I hate is trying to drive at night with other peoples headlights are blasting in my eyes & burning my retinas out. Not very safe when I am temporarily blinded by someones headlights to the point I cant see anything. One of these days I fear swerving into oncoming traffic or into a side barrier because I am blinded by headlights. I wish we all still used incandescent headlights. LED & other modern headlights are nice if you are the one using them, they are not nice for anyone else on the road.
@regsparkes6507
@regsparkes6507 4 жыл бұрын
Good video,..but that 'non-adjustable' driver's seat would stop my ownership decision! Driver/passenger comfort are paramount,...to me.
@LordOfNothingham
@LordOfNothingham 4 жыл бұрын
This is like wanting a Wrangler and a truck as well, and in the end you get neither. I saw a guy riding around with the doors off and I laughed out loud.
@ricardovega6252
@ricardovega6252 4 жыл бұрын
That’s exactly what I think about people criticizing this truck ,they can’t afford the truck ,I bought my truck 2 months ago and I love it ,I’m not an off road guy but I just love the old military look of it ,,
@willybaldy9915
@willybaldy9915 4 жыл бұрын
Just curious of the overall cost to get the Gladiator looking the way it is now, upgrades and all? And, is it worth the cost at that price point?
@mbiker345
@mbiker345 4 жыл бұрын
These things are shockingly cramped inside. for that price you can get much-better-to-live-with-daily trucks
@chadhanson4369
@chadhanson4369 4 жыл бұрын
Have you driven one? They recruited ex Mercedes-Benz engineers to do this redesign and took the transmission from BMW. Look at a jeep Cherokee and a Maserati SUV Their built at the exact same factory from the same assembly line and one is a six-figure luxury vehicle, the other is a six-figure luxury vehicle with a jeep badge so it sells for $26,000 to $34,000 brand new and they took most of that and put it into this which was made by Maserati engineers
@jhobaugh45
@jhobaugh45 4 жыл бұрын
This is a Jeep Wrangler pickup...just take the doors and roof off and you have all the room! But on a more serious note, it is not trying to be all trucks to all people, so if you thought the Wrangler was cramped then the Gladiator will probably feel similar or possibly smaller (due to having a shorter cab front to back than a Wrangler Unlimited)
@vr4787
@vr4787 4 жыл бұрын
Did you review the usability of the bed? My concern is if it’s actually big enough to use for trips to the dump, hardware store, or if you’re moving furniture.
@UncleElroy21
@UncleElroy21 4 жыл бұрын
With a bed extender you can do a lot
@philtripe
@philtripe 4 жыл бұрын
modern trucks are not made for that... the bed is for a big cooler and maybe a small bbq
@thejuiceisloose8703
@thejuiceisloose8703 4 жыл бұрын
All trucks 1/2 ton and smaller crew cabs have a useless bed. If you need a useable bed Buy an extended cab truck. I need a useable bed on my truck. I have a 2011 f250 supercab with a gas motor. 6&3/4' bed, straight axles, high tow capacity, and a 3,300lb payload. Those stats are hard to beat. Yeah it is a big truck and doesn't have automatic disconnecting sway bars. But so what. I need a truck for truck things.
@okanaganoverlanding2912
@okanaganoverlanding2912 4 жыл бұрын
There are many mid size trucks with a 5’ bed. It beats throwing your yard waste and garbage into the back of your fancy suv.
@UncleElroy21
@UncleElroy21 4 жыл бұрын
V R just buy a double cab Tacoma OFf road with long bed
@drw1926
@drw1926 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like I need to wait until the life cycle refresh for Jeep to address some of these shortcomings. The driving position in particular would be an issue for me, I'm 6-1 same as Tommy and I know I would quickly get uncomfortable with that lack of adjustability.
@JB-ss3bv
@JB-ss3bv Жыл бұрын
Per the manual you are advised to use the manual mode when towing to help climb and descend hills.
@justinmcroberts4633
@justinmcroberts4633 4 жыл бұрын
I was curious about these, so I rented one for a week (overland model). I’m 6’5”, moderately built. The head room? There was no headroom. My right knee continuously hit the transfer case lever. The overall interior was absolutely appalling. Why was I able to count nine different materials and patterns JUST on the dashboard? “How many different soft touch materials and plastic patterns do you want, mr chief jeep interior designer guy?” “Yes” chief jeep interior guy.
@lawnmowerdude
@lawnmowerdude 3 жыл бұрын
Because that’s what car reviewers have convinced the auto industry that that’s “high quality”. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard someone from KBB complain that the dash is too hard and boring.
@cli_sensei
@cli_sensei 3 жыл бұрын
I've never thought about renting a vehicle for a week to test drive it. I'll have to do that next time. So much you don't notice on a 2 mile test drive at the dealer.
@michelt4390
@michelt4390 4 жыл бұрын
How about going like the older scrambler... - Two door, and a useable bed.
@Kevin93til
@Kevin93til 4 жыл бұрын
Put an SBC or an LS in it and you have a more simple more reliable drivetrain too.
@yvesseguin6381
@yvesseguin6381 4 жыл бұрын
Wrangler with a bed, it’s the part about it and got the 2020 sport. Made a few upgrades but love it
@emu4wdadventures631
@emu4wdadventures631 4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your vids. Here in Australia RHD all our rubicon’s come standard with LED and the safety accessories. . So we are lucky I suppose, though the price is well up there ... Steve 🇦🇺
@unconventionalideas5683
@unconventionalideas5683 2 жыл бұрын
Apparently the LED lights are just as bad, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
@wickedleeloopy2115
@wickedleeloopy2115 4 жыл бұрын
Drinks fuel like a cow drinking water , accelerate like an elephant , handles corners like a fainting goat and cost as much as a rhino.... thats a PASS for me.
@loudog3114
@loudog3114 4 жыл бұрын
I'll argue that it handles great, actually. The rest you're right on.
@Sig721Tau
@Sig721Tau 4 жыл бұрын
Wickedlee If you hate Jeep so much then, why are you on here? Trolling much, Toyota fanboy?
@spursdynasty7378
@spursdynasty7378 4 жыл бұрын
Looks cool but i think a Wrangler is a better buy in my opinion. Not a practical pickup, especially for 50 grand.
@fjalics
@fjalics 4 жыл бұрын
@@Sig721Tau The Cybertruck is coming....
@eljefe09
@eljefe09 8 ай бұрын
You're right, worst track car I've ever driven.
@VirusVanquisher
@VirusVanquisher 4 жыл бұрын
Great review, your production is top notch. Absolutely love my Max Tow Gladiator in Gobi! Non jeep people just don’t understand, and that is fine, they don’t have to. I get compliments all the time. So far all I have done is put nerf bars on side, 13” antenna (black), rugged ridge slush mats (do not recommend, get the Jeep brand ones) and plasticoated my stock wheels flat black. Looking for some rubicon take offs or 35s and going to do the decked storage system as well as a rack over bed and some KC lights...then I will be finished, I think 😉
@samg9878
@samg9878 4 жыл бұрын
I love this truck and might consider getting one if I could actually fit in one. I'm 6'7.
@user-ie2ty8mn8m
@user-ie2ty8mn8m Жыл бұрын
Great video. What kind of front bumper did you guys put on?
@pizzleboy
@pizzleboy 4 жыл бұрын
6000 miles is long term? I'd love to see what changes to bad and ugly after 100,000 miles. Hooray Chrysler quality!
@donovanking5299
@donovanking5299 4 жыл бұрын
Pizzleboy lol exactly
@ryanmartinage
@ryanmartinage 4 жыл бұрын
Ill be getting the Sport S with max tow package. Invest savings into goodies! I have the exact same issue with the driver position in my JLU. Looking at a seat replacement for sure. Also re-gearing makes a HUGE difference with the JL/JT. Although you can adjust the trans with a tuner, its nowhere near the same.
@ryansutton4292
@ryansutton4292 2 жыл бұрын
Sport s with max tow or sport s with diesel is the bang for the buck. Big brakes, axles. Or spend all the money on a rubicon and remove the extras for all the great aftermarket out there
@MMID303
@MMID303 4 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'4 so it's a great size for me. My friend who is 6'7 is gonna hate going on road trips with me lol.
@srt8hmiify
@srt8hmiify 3 жыл бұрын
10:45 mark Tommy missed the handle on the side of the seat that is for adjusting the bottom inclination. I'm 6'2" and find it more spacious than a seat in the JL.
@chrisblanton1087
@chrisblanton1087 4 жыл бұрын
Incredibly over priced.
@mattbrew11
@mattbrew11 4 жыл бұрын
It beats al the completion. Maybe maxed out at $5k over a tacoma would be better than that but the Kings crown costs money
@gs98999
@gs98999 4 жыл бұрын
I disagree. Market always determines the price. And market is fixing the price on these. They have around $6k on the hood from factory and another $4-5k from dealers right now where I am. Loaded rubicon is right in line with Tacoma Pro with the adjustments and sport s is in line with Tacoma sport.
@josephwalsh5223
@josephwalsh5223 3 жыл бұрын
Smarter Than You No, the high end Ford Ranger is in the same class and it’s MAX price is $32,500
@mattbrew11
@mattbrew11 3 жыл бұрын
giggitygoo please list 1/4T trucks that go where the gladiator doesn’t
@jefflenney9460
@jefflenney9460 3 жыл бұрын
Just like your mom!
@ajaurgemma5341
@ajaurgemma5341 4 жыл бұрын
I keep my freedom panels in the bed, inside the included storage bag. I honestly think it's a pretty solid solution. Even with the panels back there you can still fit a ton of stuff around and on top of the storage bag.
@seanbrp2999
@seanbrp2999 4 жыл бұрын
I was just thinking that.. It comes with a padded bag just for that purpose! Toss them in the bag and in the bed... I have a deck'd system in mine too and my panels still sit back there in the bag. put a bungee over it. no problem.
@miklm
@miklm 4 жыл бұрын
What a pain and waste of space. Get the Bestop sunrider top to replace the freedom panels.
@ajaurgemma5341
@ajaurgemma5341 3 жыл бұрын
@@miklm it's really not that much of a pain
@Mr.Ramirez95
@Mr.Ramirez95 4 жыл бұрын
The lift and big tires make it beutiful😍 best looking gladiator. How much did the 2 inch lift cost?
@alanmacaulay6496
@alanmacaulay6496 4 жыл бұрын
One thing I didn't see mentioned was the payload. On the rubicon from your site it states 1,160 lbs. If this doesn't include passengers you won't be left with much to put in the bed. Plus once you put any accessories on this will eat into payload. Maybe able to carry a box matches, that's about it
@tbugher62
@tbugher62 4 жыл бұрын
70k after interest is paid.,NO THANKS
@krane15
@krane15 3 жыл бұрын
What vehicles are still cheap these days?
@EliteStricker
@EliteStricker 3 жыл бұрын
Nobody pays full msrp
@EliteStricker
@EliteStricker 3 жыл бұрын
@@infiniteepoch8 Most people have 3% interest, not 20% interest Depends on credit and cars value depreciate when you drive off Car is 50k minus 10k in deals You get approved for a loan for 45k, car goes down to 40k, after taxes and title is 42k
@ADVANCEDTECHTIPS
@ADVANCEDTECHTIPS 4 жыл бұрын
But a single cab! Just imagine...
@treypelham5515
@treypelham5515 4 жыл бұрын
A 1 Lmao!!!
@anonymousj3564
@anonymousj3564 3 жыл бұрын
Mine came with a case for the freedom panels. Super easy to take off and put in the back.
@redtitan29
@redtitan29 4 жыл бұрын
You need a regear to get some power. From the factory it’s just about one gear to high so go one gear lower than you would when deciding the gear set to run. The steering wheel is also telescoping. I’m amazed how many owners don’t realize this lol.
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