2026 Jeep Gladiator Exterior Design

Recognizable Jeep styling defines the 2026 Jeep Gladiator from every angle, starting with the iconic seven-slot grille and available LED premium reflector headlamps. Removable doors with quick-release hinges and multiple top options, including the standard Sunrider® soft top and the available Freedom Top® three-piece hardtop, let you open up the cabin for fresh air on a clear afternoon. Available exterior upgrades across the lineup include body-color fender flares, steel bumpers and rock rails, and trim-specific details like the Rubicon dual-vented hood and the Mojave performance hood with center scoop.

Available exterior features include:

• 33-in. all-terrain or 32-in. on-/off-road tires
• 17- or 18-in. wheel options
• Sunrider soft top or Freedom Top three-piece hardtop
• Removable doors with quick-release hinges
• LED premium reflector headlamps, daytime running lamps, taillamps, and fog lamps
• Body-color or black bumpers and fender flares
• Cab and bed steel rock rails
• Front bumper skid plate
• Corning® Gorilla® glass windshield
• Heated, power exterior mirrors
• Tow hooks

2026 Jeep Gladiator Interior Features & Design

Inside the 2026 Jeep Gladiator, a 60/40-split folding rear bench seat with storage behind keeps gear organized on the trail or the jobsite. Upholstery options range from standard cloth to available Nappa leather, and the available heated, eight-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar and a heated steering wheel take the edge off cold-weather mornings.

Available interior features include:

• Cloth, premium cloth, McKinley leather, leather, or Nappa leather seat upholstery
• Heated, eight-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar
• Front seat sport bolsters
• Rear center armrest with cupholder
• Heated steering wheel
• Leather-wrapped park brake handle and shift knob
• Automatic temperature control
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• LED ambient interior lighting
• Mopar® all-weather slush mats

2026 Jeep Gladiator Engine & Performance

A standard 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine powers every 2026 Jeep Gladiator trim, producing 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque through an eight-speed automatic transmission. Standard 4x4 capability starts with the Command-Trac® part-time system on the Sport and Sport S, while the Rubicon offers the Rock-Trac® 4x4 system with an available 84:1 crawl ratio for technical off-road terrain. Towing capacity reaches up to 7,700 pounds, and payload tops out at 1,720 pounds when properly equipped.

View the following engine specifications for details.

• Engine: 3.6L Pentastar V6
• Horsepower: 285 HP
• Torque: 260 lb.-ft.
• Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
• Drivetrain: 4x4
• MPG (City/Hwy): 17 / 22
• Max. Towing: 7,700 lbs.
• Max. Payload: 1,720 lbs.

2026 Jeep Gladiator Capacity & Seating

Room for five passengers and a versatile 5-foot cargo bed make the 2026 Jeep Gladiator ready for both crew outings and hauling tasks. Front and rear occupants share 42.8 inches of headroom, with 41.2 inches of legroom up front and 38.3 inches in the rear. The bed provides 35.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, and the 60/40-split folding rear bench seat with storage behind gives you additional space for smaller items you want to keep inside the cab.

View the following seating and cargo specifications for details.

• Seating Capacity: Five
• Headroom (Front/Rear): 42.8 / 42.8 in.
• Legroom (Front/Rear): 41.2 / 38.3 in.
• Cargo Box Length: 60.3 in.
• Cargo Box Volume: 35.5 cu.-ft.

2026 Jeep Gladiator Safety & Technology

Standard safety features on every 2026 Jeep Gladiator include a ParkView® rear backup camera, electronic trailer sway control, and Selec-Speed® control for managing steep descents on the trail. Available driver assistance upgrades like adaptive cruise control with stop, full-speed forward collision warning plus, and blind spot and cross-path detection add confidence for highway commutes and towing situations. A forward-facing TrailCam is also available on select trims for visibility over obstacles on rugged terrain.

Stay connected with the standard 12.3-inch Uconnect® 5 infotainment system, which includes Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Bluetooth®, and SiriusXM® with 360L capability right from the Sport trim. Higher trims add the available Uconnect 5 Nav system with GPS navigation, a nine-speaker Alpine® audio system, and a 7-inch color instrument cluster display for more detailed vehicle information. Available convenience features like remote start, rear USB charge ports, and a 115-volt power outlet with a 400-watt inverter help keep you powered up at the campsite or jobsite.

Available safety features include:

• Selec-Speed control
• Electronic roll mitigation
• Electronic trailer sway control
• Hill start assist
• Advanced brake assist
• Adaptive cruise control with stop
• Full-speed forward collision warning plus
• Automatic high beams
• Blind spot and cross-path detection
• ParkSense® rear park assist system
• ParkView rear backup camera
• Forward-facing TrailCam
• Sentry Key® theft deterrent system

Available technology features include:

• 3.5- or 7-in. instrument cluster display
• 12.3-in. Uconnect 5 or Uconnect 5 Nav infotainment system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Bluetooth
• SiriusXM with 360L capability
• Amazon Alexa Built-in capability
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
• Eight speakers or nine-speaker Alpine audio system with wireless Bluetooth speaker
• HD Radio™
• Off-Road Info Pages
• Four programmable auxiliary switches
• Remote start system
• Rear USB charge ports
• 115V power outlet
• 400W inverter
• Universal garage door opener

2026 Jeep Gladiator Color Options

• Bright White Clear-Coat
• Hydro Blue Pearl-Coat
• ’41
• Anvil Clear-Coat
• Black Clear-Coat
• Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat
• Mojito
• Reign
• Firecracker Red Clear-Coat

2026 Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels

• Sport $39,495*
• Sport S $42,495*
• Willys $45,925*
• 85th Anniversary Edition $46,290*
• Sahara $47,595*
• Willys ’41 $48,435*
• Rubicon $52,695*
• Mojave $52,695*
• Shadow Ops $57,690*
• Mojave X $60,690*
• Rubicon X $60,690*

2026 Jeep Gladiator FAQs

How much horsepower and torque does a 2026 Jeep Gladiator have?

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator produces 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque from its standard 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine.

Does the 2026 Jeep Gladiator top come off?

Yes, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator offers multiple removable top options for open-air driving. You can choose from the standard Sunrider® soft top, the available Freedom Top® three-piece hardtop, the zipperless Sunrider soft top, or the Sunrider for black top.

Learn More About the 2026 Jeep Gladiator

Ready to dig into the details? Our Jeep Gladiator trims guide breaks down the standard features included with each of the eleven available models. If you have questions about a specific configuration or need help narrowing down your options, contact us online or call (417) 334-7543.