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When it comes to traveling, whether you’re making your commute to work, taking a long trip, or going off-roading, nothing tackles the road like a Jeep. Jeep vehicles are made to conquer the road and take you to your next destination.
At Orange Coast CDJR, we want to put you on the road in Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, or Irvine, CA in a vehicle that fits all your needs. Two great examples of the Jeep brand are the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Gladiator. In this comparison, we take a closer look at both models.
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When comparing these vehicles, it’s easy to see one of the main differences right away. These are two different vehicles; the Jeep Wrangler is an off-road SUV, and the Jeep Gladiator is a pickup truck. Even with such different exteriors, they have a lot of common features.
The Gladiator and the Wrangler both offer removable doors and a removable roof, allowing you to become one with nature and really feel the breeze during your ride. The Gladiator also adds a fold-down windshield, which is perfect for drivers unafraid of meeting the elements head on.
The Wrangler offers six different roof options, including a power top, three soft tops, and two hardtops. The Gladiator has four different roofing options, including two hardtops.
Wrangler roof options:
Gladiator roof options:
Which configuration matches your adventure?
The performance of your Jeep vehicle comes from under the hood. The engine you choose for your vehicle can go a long way in conquering the road and the trails. With impressive capabilities from either Jeep, which model will be the perfect match for your next adventure?
The Jeep Wrangler provides four different engine options to choose from. They are:
The Gladiator offers a single engine: the 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine that produces 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
With all that power under the hood, the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Gladiator can handle much more than a muddy trail. Both models are built to tow equipment to your adventure. How much so? Let’s explore their maximum towing capacities below:
If you’ve got a couple jet skis, snowmobiles, or a lightweight travel trailer at home, the Wrangler will be better suited for these toys. However, if you have a water ski boat or a lightweight towable camper, the Gladiator has you covered.
When it comes to the SUV you choose, you want to make sure there’s plenty of space for everyone and everything. Inside both the Jeep Gladiator and the Jeep Wrangler, you'll find a spacious interior that’s comfortable for anything and anyone.
Adventure draws a crowd. Good thing the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Gladiator each seat up to five riders! Plus, both models have very similar passenger volumes. They both offer 104 cubic feet to ensure everyone on board is comfortable. Pair this amount of wiggle room with the open-air freedom in both models, and everyone will be able to kick back and relax.
An area where these two vehicles differ is in their cargo space. The Gladiator offers additional space in the pickup cargo bed, while the Wrangler, as an SUV, holds cargo in a more traditional way.
Overall, the Gladiator offers 35.5 cubic feet of cargo space in the bed. The 4-door Wrangler offers 31.7 cubic feet of cargo volume with all seats upright. This can be maximized to 72.4 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.
Both the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Gladiator are vehicles you can trust to be durable and powerful and take you wherever you want to go. Each vehicle can provide the performance you require, so it’s up to you and your needs which one is the better fit. We encourage you to come see both vehicles at Orange Coast CDJR.
To find the right vehicle for you in Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, or Irvine, CA, visit us today and let us help you get behind the wheel of the right vehicle for you. Schedule your test drive today!
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