What Jeep to Get? Gladiator vs Wrangler JL

What Jeep to Get? Gladiator vs Wrangler JL - A Full Review

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I've had over 100K views on my video on how to buy a Gladiator so I thought I'd make another for the folks on the fence between the Jeep JT and the JL. The difference might be obvious but There are some things that you would have never thought of.
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*Correction: The Jeep JL EcoDiesel is 240 HP and 420 Lb-ft of torque NOT 480 of torque.
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@lawrenceredmacher4382 2 жыл бұрын

I'm going galdiator just for the uniqueness factor. in my area I see wranglers all over the place but I don't think I've seen a single gladiator

@lifeoutdoors3953 2 жыл бұрын

Until you buy one then they are everywhere

@chriss4690 Жыл бұрын

You’ll see a lot of them at the grocery store

@ghernandez6457 Жыл бұрын

@@chriss4690 🤣🤣🤣

@cowboychris. Жыл бұрын

@@chriss4690😂😂

@markgosser9578 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative! I have a Rubicon gladiator and love it. Looking forward to take out soon four wheeling.

@andresrivera2124 3 жыл бұрын

Just bough my gladiator with your help thank you so much

@1972mercurycougar 3 жыл бұрын

Love it, Now I want both! Great! I have had Wranglers, and Cherokees, and GCherokee. Really loved this video. Miss Wrangler, and this truck looks so good!!

@GrimolfrBrytrok 2 жыл бұрын

...."fording depth you know because we we do that a lot in our jeeps right ....we go through rivers a lot" One of the reasons we are getting a Jeep Gladiator or Wrangler is because we live a mile back from the front gate, on the back side of a hill, between two creeks. I almost made our Subaru a SUB-aru last spring. I literally take a right turn in the creek every time I come home. Fording depth is actually something important to me. If its too deep for the Subaru, we can take the Jeep, if it's too deep for the Jeep then we just don't go. 99% sure we are getting a Diesel Gladiator...I just haven't decided on what trim level I want vs. what I need. I've been to Hidden Falls in Marble Falls a couple of times with a WJ but what I want is a Jeep that is built for where I live (175mi N of you)....creek, gravel roads, and maybe a bit of mud in the fields down by the creek. (I've watched your other video on Gladiator trim levels) I have a feeling if I get the Rubicon I am tempted by, it will be more than I ever need in stock form Thanks for posting these videos, they have been a great help.

@engage_4wd 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for the info!

@AyumiBushido 2 жыл бұрын

You just help make the right decision here I been tender toddering between these too and I feel like the gladiator would be right for me

@redneck6pack 4 жыл бұрын

Bro you make everything look so easy... I struggle till it finally works out ... a half rack later!

@jamespugh 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video helps alot. Kimd been weighing it out between both of them. Love the jL since it came out fell right in love. But kind on the pricey side. But jk wrangler pulling strings theo to bc what you think as of a jeep 🚙 . Plus 3.0L is offered with diesel equaling more tq. Just wish had 44 front and rear standards like heavy tow in the jl

@MagicMan99 2 жыл бұрын

Currently in high school and have a 2005 Grand Cherokee I was thinking about the wrangler but once i looked into the gladiator I’ve been leaning more over towards that side.

@Intentsrig 3 жыл бұрын

You can get the 44 rear in the sport as an option. Even the base sport..at least in 2018.

@cloker375 4 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done video

@Climb385 3 жыл бұрын

Great info but I’ll always stick with my 2dr wrangler!! Now if only they made the gladiator in like an extended cab version! Or if the made the JL with eco diesel and manual trans! But love watching the videos!

@backwoods_canadian Жыл бұрын

I just traded in my JL for a JT. Should have gotten the JT from the start!

@Tangsters 4 жыл бұрын

In a great world. I’d have my Glad and a Wrangler!

@j.r.777 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered my first Jeep about 2 weeks ago. It is a 2021 JL Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon. I cannot wait to get it. I’ve always been a Tacoma guy in the past and still love them. In the past, I needed a truck but also wanted one to go out off roading in. I now have a full size 4x4 truck but am going to keep it. The Jeep will be used primarily for off roading and nothing more. What won me over was the ability to lift them much easier, the Rubicon’s come stock with 33’s but you can put 35’s on them very easily with no modifications or at worst, a 2” lift kit. But the big thing for me was finally having both a front and rear locking axles. My last Tacoma had a rear locker but there were times when a front locker would have made certain trails much easier. I appreciated this video and learned a lot from it. I was considering a Gladiator and may add one into the line up in a few years but I wanted to get a Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon first because it better suited my immediate needs but if some things work out like I am planning, I may be buying a few Rubicon’s within the next few years.

@thereisnopandemic 2 жыл бұрын

Order, can’t you just drive to a dealer and pick one up? I did

@horizon42q 2 жыл бұрын

Good info

@ryannewazada2102 7 ай бұрын

This is a very good video review. My sister loves the Wrangler and I love the Gladiator. My sister loves a Wrangler that is a terrific daily driver with Off-Road capabilities as needed. She wonders which Wrangler to purchase for herself from what she wants. Which Wrangler is the best one for her? For me, I want the Jeep JT Oscar Mike Edition in the Gecko Green 💚🍏💚🍏💚🍏 or Reign colors.

@themanthelegend7048 3 жыл бұрын

The sport wrangler with trac lock has a 44 in the rear only.

@MarkDiSciullo 3 жыл бұрын

Can't believe I just did some math to see how expensive it would be to just own both!

@sirlost94 Жыл бұрын

Get a Gladiator and a TJ ;)

@beatsbyjc Жыл бұрын

Nice vid but the Rubicon wrangler is not the only one with a Dana 44. My 2021 Sahara High Altitude came with Dana 44 wide front and rear. It doesn’t have lockers or sway disconnect. I added air locker

@85Stang331 Жыл бұрын

I spent 25 years with Jeep and love them, but nothing beats a CJ7 in my opinion.

@willboyd8020 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you would’ve went over the suspension between the Rubicon and the gladiator are the shocks and springs the same are they interchangeable

@bigdazza77 3 жыл бұрын

here in Australia our tow rates are so different your yours - Wrangler Rubicon 5500lb(2500kg) & Gladiator Rubicon 5940lb(2700kg)

@sinepari9160 4 жыл бұрын

Spot on... angles don't mean shit once you lift and add 37''+ tires.. well they still do but you can work around them.

@paulscarlett2028 3 жыл бұрын

Now tear off that bed and add a flat bed and top, like Norweld or PCOR, that fixes departure angle right there!

@jamescunningham4180 2 жыл бұрын

I have a gladiator Willy's edition 2022. Even if it was offered the 4-cylinder turbo is not a proven engine yet plus it only takes premium that's a big minus for me. But I'm just saying I like your content thanks 🤠🇺🇸

@chrisniyubahwe5686 Жыл бұрын

I really like the jeep gladiator rubicon but I read somewhere that they have electrical problems so I don’t know if in the future is it true or a myth because in the future I’m planning to get a gladiator but looks like I will get the wrangler

@mr.winner6187 3 жыл бұрын

This is the question I asked myself 😅 Which one should I get

@ricklee9449 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@joshuaespinoza8325 3 жыл бұрын

priorities flip from west to east. rock climbing can be thrown out the window, but river fording is pretty important. not a lot of altitude here in florida, but it does get pretty wet.

@Pierce0420 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in Ocala, where are you at?

@joshuaespinoza8325 2 жыл бұрын

@@Pierce0420 Miami

@MichaelApodaca 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm leaning more towards the Gladiator for every aspect except for the cargo area. Both are an upgrade from my 2-dr JK, but with one baby and a pup now and another baby on the way, having those two bucket seats filled with car seats means the pup has to either go in the truck bed (with a topper), on the floor or between the kids. In the Wrangler, she can just go in the back cargo area. Gahhh, I can't decide! Especially since both in Willys packages come in right around the same price for 2021 models.

@LabradorRichy 2 жыл бұрын

I sold my gladiator and bought a wrangler for all the same reasons you mentioned above

@dirtbeard108 4 жыл бұрын

2dr Gladiator please... and might as well ask for the 5.7L since I'm dreaming.

@longshotmaster 2 жыл бұрын

Since both will just be commuting to work and the local Starbucks , pick the one you like the looks of

@carlosbishig1 4 жыл бұрын

Hey from Puerto Rico

@JerseyStyle7 4 жыл бұрын

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@onthecheap6292 4 жыл бұрын

already did that I put the jt grill inserts on my jl it makes a diff. on highway 100 deg outside going to coast hear in tx on highway 212 -215 now 205-208 now that is going 70-75 in a rubicon with 35" tires

@joshuakazfields4374 4 жыл бұрын

bobby ull I was wondering if that can be done. Definitely cool idea.

@zacharyrodriguez1198 7 ай бұрын

I think I would like another Wrangler due to the fact I miss my 2 door and I wish my mom didnt sell mine. Soooo I think ima get a 4 door this time. Same trim which is a Sahara

@kingoftampa 2 жыл бұрын

Just bummed the diesel does not come in the 2 door.

@marsbougie 3 жыл бұрын

I want the Jeep Wrangler 392. 6.4l V8 ohhh yeah.

@traviskorda3262 4 жыл бұрын

442 lb ft of torque in the JL Ecodiesel, unfortunately it's set up slightly different from the one in the Ram I'm guessing less airflow so its de tuned. Still amazing for being able to spin 40s with the right gearing!

@Exodus4x4 4 жыл бұрын

Good catch! I double checked with the dealership and they said 240 HP and 420 Lb-ft of torque on the Ecodiesel. I'll add the correction in the description now. Thanks for your comment!

@mmarshall9240 4 жыл бұрын

Benny Boyd Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram *in Lockhart.

@firemedic114 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Is that Rubicon lifted at all?

@Exodus4x4 2 жыл бұрын

Not much but yes

@andrewpierrelouis5136 2 жыл бұрын

I wish the diesel was able to get the max tow package

@TheWilliam1122 4 жыл бұрын

The JL went from a dana44 to a dana35 in the rear in the nonRubi models? Thats sucks...at least the JK has a 44 in the Sahara and Sport models.

@nealamesbury7953 5 ай бұрын

Im waiting for the new 1.5 liter,3 turbo engine !

@Executionoutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 jku and keep going back and forth on a gladiator or just keep upgrading my Jeep. Wondered what your thoughts where comparing the older models to the newer?

@Exodus4x4 3 жыл бұрын

The JT is a much more practical vehicle for daily life. Wranglers are fun offroad.

@andymckane7271 2 жыл бұрын

Why not both?

@darylnd 2 жыл бұрын

I'd probably go Gladiator, for the longer wheelbase and the carrying capacity. My wife gets carsick easily, so the Gladiator probably would be more enjoyable for her. With a family of four, I find interior carrying capacity can be tight. I'd have to add a tonneau for security. Did I mention my twin daughters are jazz musicians, trombone and baritone sax? For trim, the Rubicon seems best option. The Gladiator would be a daily driver that sees some light to moderate off-road use. The Rubicon already is kitted out, including lockers. 33" tires are fine for me, though I'll grant 35" look better. River crossings? Yeah, no. Most flood deaths occur in cars. Water weighs between 8.33 and 8.345 pounds/gallon. It only takes about two feet of fast-running water to carry a car away. If the water's over the axles, I'm looking for another crossing. No snorkel needed. I bought a new Wrangler in the mid-90's. The floorboards leaked when driving in the rain. A friend actually wanted to take on that and other QC issues, so I sold it to him.

@mericafreedomland3583 3 жыл бұрын

I have the eco diesel in my 1500 ram 2020 3rd gen eco diesel the fuel economy is unreal i average 26mpg combined and 32on the freeway..... and i do drive like an ass i feel

@23aavril 4 жыл бұрын

Really a Dana 35 rear in the non rubicon wranglers? In JKs it was a Dana 44 rear in all models.

@Exodus4x4 4 жыл бұрын

Yup

@justindircksen 4 жыл бұрын

How come the diesel actually tows less weight than the gas power plant? How would you fix that to maximize the torque of the diesel?

@joshuakazfields4374 4 жыл бұрын

Justin Dircksen ties less because the diesel weighs more.

@dnlpark 3 жыл бұрын

The engineer said it had to do with cooling issues

@dylanfarris7647 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to get the Turbo Diesel if I had any faith that it wouldn't die before 100k miles.

@pampypants871 Жыл бұрын

Huh? Go away

@purpskurp8737 2 жыл бұрын

Okay forgive my noobness. I am looking at ordering a new wrangler with the v6 was thinking manual but, i hear the auto handles the bigger tires better? I am having the dealer throw on a 2" lift with 35's when it gets delivered my question is since I want 35's am i okay with the 4.10s or should i option to the 4.88s? i had a terrible experience with my Tacoma that always was hunting for gears just want to order this correctly. Thanks.

@Exodus4x4 2 жыл бұрын

Depends on the engine but if its the gas V6 then Id say hell yeah you need to regear

@rickt4293 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a Gladiator sport with max tow package last month. Eventually I will add the Mopar 2" lift. What is the max tire size I can go without messing with gear ratios? Love the video.

@Exodus4x4 3 жыл бұрын

33” IMO

@willboyd8020 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2018 jeep Sahara 2.0 turbo can I put 2021 gladiator fox shocks and springs kit on my Sahara I know there’s a difference in the size of the springs but will they fit in the rear

@Exodus4x4 2 жыл бұрын

The rear suspension is completely different between the JL and JT

@asymsolutions 2 жыл бұрын

So if you want all out offroading, get a wrangler, if you want to breakdown while towing get a gladiator. If you don't want to be in the garage a lot get a toyota.

@Exodus4x4 2 жыл бұрын

Nah Camry for sure

@risbill1 3 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely not spending $60k on a vehicle to drive over bolders. I would drive a few trails though.

@brooktech7869 Жыл бұрын

Not for you then. You can always get a Prius.

@risbill1 Жыл бұрын

@@brooktech7869 no because there's plenty of used vehicles out there that are more than capable for a fraction of the price.

@brooktech7869 Жыл бұрын

@@risbill1 where have you been? Since post Covid used Jeeps are the same price buddy. Honda Civics are 40k, 4x4 trucks are 100k welcome to 2022.

@brooktech7869 Жыл бұрын

@@risbill1 name one vehicle more capable than a Jeep at off-roading I’ll be waiting a really long time.

@risbill1 Жыл бұрын

@@brooktech7869 then don't buy used now. Wait till prices go back down. I bought a 2006 Cherokee with 130k miles last year for less than $5k.

@victorc6249 3 жыл бұрын

Do you think that on the long run the V6 pentastar is actually better than the 2.0 turbo?

@Exodus4x4 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. At first I liked the 2.0 but I’m liking it less and less

@azreed1976 3 жыл бұрын

@@Exodus4x4 I'm curious why you feel that way. Do you have a video about it (to prevent any redundancy in answers)? If so, I may have missed it. I currently have a 2019 JLU Rubicon with the 2" lift and 35" tires and I really like it. Unfortunately, I can't get the little devil on my shoulder to stop saying I should have gotten the V6... Right now, I'm not upset with my decision to go with the 2.0, but as I load up the accessories and gear for camping / overlanding, I can't help but wonder if I would be better off with a larger motor to handle it all (I know the torque is better in the 2.0, but still)... Now I have the diesel devil on my other shoulder but not until there are kits available to yank out the DEF system.

@1eevahn 2 жыл бұрын

I was told Gladiator has more leg room and larger seats in the rear, thoughts ?

@Exodus4x4 2 жыл бұрын

I’d agree with that

@The_Grubbernaut 2 жыл бұрын

I would get a gladiator if they weren't so freakin' expensive

@gladiator_805 3 жыл бұрын

Gladiator

@troutriver58 2 жыл бұрын

Most Wranglers only have a 850lb payload. My JLURD only has 800 lbs.

@snowmeowoutdoors802 4 жыл бұрын

If you get a manual gladiator you can only tow 4000lbs. Which totally sucks.

@brooktech7869 Жыл бұрын

Pretty much any manual.

@c4onmylip 3 жыл бұрын

2 door slaps both of their asses offroad. The JT and 4 door are way better for everyday life though, and forget about towing at all with a 2 door lol.

@SLICKW1993 3 жыл бұрын

Diesel Gladiator 👍

@marki61422 3 жыл бұрын

you never mentioned what is the best to drive on the highway.

@Exodus4x4 3 жыл бұрын

Either one.

@Lensync7 4 жыл бұрын

Isn't there a problem with the Gladiator frame bending when towing off road?

@Exodus4x4 4 жыл бұрын

Not unless you drive it like a complete moron. There was a guy that did that but that’s story faded fast once people started asking questions.

@medicdan5981 4 жыл бұрын

Dana 35’s died with the TJ ... rear axles are D44

@Exodus4x4 4 жыл бұрын

Negative. The JL sport and Sahara come with D30/D35 unless they are equipped with a max tow package. You don’t have to believe me but we’ve re-geared quite a bit of these. Trust me it’s a D35.

@c4onmylip 4 жыл бұрын

Well technically yes but no. The d35 died with the TJ, now they're running the m200 which is pretty much a d35 but technically isn't because it's the new generation. Unless you have the LSD or max tow package, then you get the m220 which is functionally a d44 like Exodus said. These new gen axles are actually relatively beefy compared to the old ones, like the ford ranger is running the m200 (d35) in the rear and it's not causing any issue, still towes alright for a midsize truck.

@thelayoverpodcast87 3 жыл бұрын

So he said JL wranglers have Dana35 rear axle?

@Exodus4x4 3 жыл бұрын

Meh. It’s close enough to call it that but it’s definitely not a D44. Some models so come with D44’s though. Very confusing stuff

@bricks-mortar 4 ай бұрын

That company needs to change the branding / naming of those vehicles. It's confusing. That company (who makes them?), is mystery compared with GM and Ford.

@gogerwi 4 жыл бұрын

Think I'll wait on diesel version of the Gladiator though I'm not holding my breath.

@Jeeps_N_Dirtbikes 8 ай бұрын

Now the gladiators are cheaper than wranglers

@rcud1 3 жыл бұрын

I've seen a couple of Gladiators pretty banged up on the bottom by some heavy off roaders.

@dionikan865 Жыл бұрын

Hello 👋

@mr.dirtydan3338 3 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna buy a 1997 Jeep Wrangler (because its cheap) but my dream car is a Hummer h1. And I understand that it has a lot of problems and it rides really ruff but I don't really care.

@robertweiss6349 3 жыл бұрын

Why not mention a 2 door break over?

@Exodus4x4 3 жыл бұрын

People still buy 2 doors?

@robertweiss6349 3 жыл бұрын

@@Exodus4x4 hell yeah. And if they sold a 2 door gladiator like the j8 concept I am sure those would sell like crazy!!!

@CookinCriscooks 3 жыл бұрын

I yus kirin

@thereisnopandemic 2 жыл бұрын

Wrangler all the way.

@Rick-4552 4 жыл бұрын

Best my turbo JL has ever got is 16 bout the same as my jk🤔

@joshuakazfields4374 4 жыл бұрын

Rick I have a recon and always 18s in city.

@hooniganskycaptures8873 3 жыл бұрын

You drive like a bat out of hell everywhere you go? Even with toying around with the civics and slowbalts I'm still rolling around at 21.4

@Rick-4552 3 жыл бұрын

Yeet Cannon West Virginia all hills an short trips as well as 33 inch tires

@currentlyhd7649 4 жыл бұрын

Too bad there’s no diesel option for the 2 door

@superblackhawk 3 жыл бұрын

Every comment is "Not bad" Not a good salemen.

@smokeGR14 3 жыл бұрын

Wrangler hands down...glade is just another pickup....nothing beats the 1941 based wrangler

@thedecimator5774 3 жыл бұрын

5:56 stoes

@mattm8642 3 жыл бұрын

Stores, storage: Stows, stowage.

@firstdaddy 4 жыл бұрын

Which to get? That’s easy, get a 2004 - 2006 LJ. The JL and JT have too much bull crap and electronic nannies.

@c4onmylip 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck with that lol. It's not a secret that the LJ was one of the best jeeps ever made yet they were super low volume. So they're hard to find and then when you do find them, they're close to the original MSRP. I found a black manual '06 with the 4.0 on craigslist a few weeks ago and they were asking 25k for it 💀

@hooniganskycaptures8873 3 жыл бұрын

@@c4onmylip literally just Googled 2005 jeep wrangler for sale and found about 30 of them all under $15k. Found one that was up for $19k but thats probably because it only has 45k miles on it....not much luck involved on that one

@SLICKW1993 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got an 04 LJ 👍 It’s definitely a no frills off roader. Manual windows, manual locks, AC and cruise control LOL