The Jeep Gladiator and Wagoneer: Which Trim Level Will You Choose?
The new Gladiator and the new Wagoneer, two of Jeep’s stalwart vehicles, come in a plethora of iterations–each trim level offering something uniquely special from one another–which truly shows that Jeep’s versatility has never been this pronounced. Jeep’s many enthusiasts are chomping at the bit to test drive each level to see which one best fits different lifestyles, which begs the question: which Gladiator or Wagoneer is the best option for you?
In some ways, the all-new Jeep Gladiator is exactly what it looks like: half-jeep and half-truck. In other ways it is so much more: a beefy vehicle that’s not afraid to go off-roading; a midsized pickup that is so advanced there is nothing else out quite like it; and a family car offering smooth, easy driving. We know that it sounds almost too good to be true. But, guess what? It’s not. This newfangled utility vehicle is sure to turn heads and impress even the most knowledgeable of car enthusiasts. The following is a quick breakdown of the most popular Gladiator trim levels.
Jeep Gladiator Sport
The first Gladiator option comes with the following features:
- 17-inch black steel-styled wheels
- A 12.3-inch touchscreen radio
- A premium soft-top
- A Gray Soul fabric IP mid-bolster
Jeep Gladiator Sport S
(The Sport S includes all the features of the Sport, as well as, the following features)
- 17-inch Mineral Gray wheels
- Adaptive cruise control
- Forward collision warning
- A gorilla glass windshield
- Power windows and door locks
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
- 17-inch machined painted black wheels
- Front, rear, and fog LED lamps
- Trailer tow and programmable auxiliary switches
- Off-road Dana 44 axles
- A Rock-Trac part-time transfer case
- An electronic front sway-bar disconnect
- Steel rock rails for the cab and box
- A steel rear bumper
- Selectable differentials for the front and rear locking
- A dual-vented hood
- High-clearance black fender flares
- Proximity keyless entry
- A 7-inch TFT cluster
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control
- Off-Road+ mode
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X
(The Rubicon X includes all the features of the Rubicon, plus the following features)
- 12-way power-adjustable front seats
- A 12.3-inch digital touchscreen, including navigation
- Alpine Audio’s nine-speaker premium system
- Nappa leather seats throughout
- Heated seats and steering wheel
- ParkSense rear park-assist system
- Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
- A Steel front bumper
- An integrated front off-road camera
- Body-color fender flares and hardtop with headliner
- An integrated Bluetooth speaker
- A Rock-Trac full-time transfer case
Jeep Gladiator Mojave
- 17-inch machined wheels with painted pockets
- Front, rear, and fog LED lamps
- Steel rock rails
- A selectable high-speed rear-locking differential
- High-clearance black fender flares
- Off-road Dana 44 axles
- A performance hood with a center scoop
- A sport steering wheel
- A 7-inch TFT cluster
- Proximity keyless entry
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control
- FOX 2.5-inch internal bypass shocks with reservoirs
- FOX front hydro jounce bumpers
- A 1-inch front suspension lift
- Off-Road+ mode
- Trailer tow and programmable auxiliary switches
Jeep Gladiator Mojave X
(The Mojave X includes all the features from the Mojave, as well as the following features)
- 12-way power-adjustable front seats
- A 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
- A nine-speaker premium Alpine audio system
- Nappa leather seats throughout
- Heated seats and steering wheel
- The ParkSense rear park-assist system
- Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
- Steel front and rear bumpers
- An integrated front off-road camera
- Fender flares and hardtop with a headliner that matches the body color
- An integrated Bluetooth speaker
- A Selec-Trac full-time transfer case
And that’s not all! Check out these Special Editions of the Gladiator:
Jeep Gladiator NightHawk
- This edition stands out with its three-piece body-color hardtop, gloss black bumper accents, deep tinted glass, and 20-inch wheels.
Jeep Gladiator Freedom
- The aptly named “Freedom” edition pays tribute to the United States military with its military-themed decals and badges showcased inside and out.
Jeep Gladiator Willys
- Like the Freedom edition, this model features Willys badges and decals, unique hood decals, and fender flares that match the body color.
Jeep Gladiator High Altitude
- The Altitude trim level offers premium luxury features such as heated Quilted Nappa Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats, as well as, an Alpine Premium Sound System. It also comes with LED front fog lamps, front turn signal and parking lamps, premium reflector headlamps, and taillamps.
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon FarOut
- This limited-edition model comes standard with a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine, 33-inch tires, a steel front bumper, fender flares matching the body color, and it has exclusive badging and signature decals around the engine.
Jeep Wagoneer Trims
The luxurious Wagoneer is the perfect family car, fit for both long travels and for those quick trips to town. Driving long stretches with or without the family will be a little easier on the wallet with the rear-wheel-drive Wagoneer, which boasts 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. The all-wheel drive Wagoneer gets an estimated 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway, so not much of a difference in fuel economy if you want to power up to the AWD. Regardless of which of the many trim options you choose, it’s good to know you will be driving in style. Here are the different versions of the Jeep Wagoneer.
The Jeep Wagoneer
- Full LED exterior lighting
- An available tri-pane panoramic sunroof
- A Uconnect 5 NV with a 10-inch touchscreen
- Optional second-row captain’s chairs with a third-row power fold and reclining seats
- Heated and ventilated leather-trimmed front seats
- An Alpine Premium Audio Nine-speaker system
- Optional heated second-row seating
- Hurricane twin-turbo I6 engine with 420 horsepower and 486 pound-feet of torque
The Jeep Wagoneer Series II
- 20-inch Silver machined face wheels with black noise pockets
- A wireless charging pad
- Optional second-row captain’s chairs with a third-row power fold and reclining seats
- Optional class-exclusive 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display
- Optional head-up display in full color
- An optional Advanced All-Terrain package with 18-inch off-roading wheels
The Jeep Wagoneer Carbide
- 20-inch Gloss Black Wheels
- Optional second-row captain’s chairs with third-row power rold and reclining seats
- A tri-pane panoramic sunroof
- Black Onyx Grille Rings with Gloss Black Grille Texture
- Global Black Nappa Leather-trimmed seats with Smoke accent stitching
- Optional full-color head-up display
- Optional Drowsy Driver Detection
The Jeep Wagoneer Series III
- Optional 22-inch polished wheels with black noise pockets
- Optional power side steps
- Optional McIntosh Entertainment System with 19 speakers
- An optional locking in-vehicle safe
- An optional full-color head-up display
- Optional Drowsy Driver Detection
- Optional Quadra-Lift Air Suspension System
Jeep has reached the epitome of ruggedness by taking the Gladiator and Wagoneer to new levels. Both are considered to be two of the most advanced SUVs to date and with the number of trim levels offered for both, it’s no surprise. The Jeep brand has, and always will be, America’s signature vehicle. New or used, it does not matter. It’s a formidable beast that never lets you down, plowing through whatever you put in front of it. If you are in the market for a new driver, come visit us at Mount Airy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat and test drive as many versions of the Jeep Gladiator and Wagoneer today
