Gladiator Rubicon vs Mojave vs Willys

The Jeep Gladiator is rapidly becoming the Jeep Wrangler of trucks. It’s endlessly customizable for customers, reliable, and fun. The Gladiator has a max payload of 1,725 lbs and can tow up to 7,700 lbs when properly equipped. 

The Gladiator comes with one engine: the venerable and dependable 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that puts out 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque and is mated to either a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission.

No matter what trim you buy, all 2024 Jeep Gladiator models now come standard with a 12.3-inch Uconnect Touchscreen Radio, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and side-curtain airbags.

Willys

The Willys Jeep is derived from the original that the U.S. Army used during World War II. You can find plenty of videos online of them driving officers around bases and battlefields alike and showcasing its abilities, even as rudimentary as it was. The new Willys, however, is certainly not rudimentary. In fact, it has fantastic features, such as a Tru-Lok rear-axle locker, the ability to change driving modes with Off-road+, big, 32-inch mud tires, and so much more. With a base price of $46,715, it punches above its weight. It also includes:

• Tru-Lok rear-axle locker
• Off-road+ mode adjusts throttle, transmission shift points, and traction control for peak performance on higher-speed passes on sand terrain and during low-speed rock crawling. It also enables the rear axle to be locked in 4HI
• 32-inch mud-terrain tires
• Steel rock rails
• Rear-locking differential
• Trailer tow and programmable auxiliary switches
• LED lamps (front, fog)
• Trailer tow with programmable auxiliary switches
• LED lamps (front, fog)

Mojave

The Sierra Nevada mountains and Death Valley are home to the Mojave desert, one of the most dangerous places in the world, with over 54,000 square miles of land. The Jeep Gladiator Mojave comes standard with an incredible list of purposeful equipment and tools to traverse any terrain as quickly and efficiently as possible. The Mojave has a base MSRP of $51,490 and comes with:

• Selectable high-speed rear-locking differential
• High-clearance black fender flares
• Off-road Dana 44 axles
• Performance hood with center scoop
• Sport steering wheel 
• 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
• 1-inch front suspension lift
• Off-Road+ mode
• Trailer tow and programmable auxiliary switches
• 12-way power-adjustable front seats
• 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
• Nine-speaker premium Alpine audio system
• Nappa leather seats
• Heated seats and steering wheel 
• ParkSense rear park-assist system
• Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
• Steel front and rear bumpers
• Integrated front off-road camera
• Body-color fender flares and hardtop with headliner
• Integrated Bluetooth speaker
• Selec-Trac full-time transfer case

Rubicon

The first Rubicon Jeep debuted in 2003 and almost didn’t make it to market. However, it has proven itself to be one of the most popular trim levels on any Jeep. The base MSRP is $51,490, like the Mojave. However, the Rubicon is more of a rock-crawling truck versus the faster speeds off-road attitude of the Mojave.

• LED lamps (front, rear, fog)
• Trailer tow and programmable auxiliary switches
• Off-road Dana 44 axles
• Rock-Trac part-time transfer case
• Electronic front sway-bar disconnect
• 33-inch all-terrain tires
• Steel rock rails (cab, box)
• Steel rear bumper
• Selectable front- and rear-locking differentials
• Dual vented hood
• High-clearance black fender flares
• Proximity keyless entry
• 7-inch TFT cluster
• Dual-zone automatic temperature control
• Off-Road+ mode
• 12-way power-adjustable front seats
• 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
• Nine-speaker premium Alpine audio system
• Nappa leather seats
• Heated seats and steering wheel 
• ParkSense rear park-assist system
• Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
• Steel front bumper
• Integrated front off-road camera
• Body-color fender flares and hardtop with headliner
• Integrated Bluetooth speaker
• Rock-Trac full-time transfer case

The Choice Is Yours

At the end of the day, the choice comes down to two things: preference and price. Is $50,000 too much money for you? If so, the Willys trim will be all the truck you need. It is still just as customizable as any other trim level while being a little more affordable and nostalgic, but still just as capable. If the price of the Mojave and Rubican are not too much for you, then it comes down to what you prefer. The top-of-the-line trims feature the same exterior colors, well-appointed and comfortable interiors, and endless capabilities from the factory. Remember, there is no wrong answer.

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