Used Jeep Gladiator for Sale nearSan Luis Obispo, CA

How much does the Jeep Gladiator cost in today's market?

Used Jeep Gladiator prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Jeep Gladiator's current nationwide average price is $33,197, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $32,339 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Jeep Gladiator a good car?

Yes — the Jeep Gladiator stands out for its rugged character, open-air personality, and off-road capability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.78/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Gladiator’s distinctive design, fun driving experience, and strong off-road ability. They also often highlight its versatility as both a truck and a Jeep, along with the way it blends capability with a memorable personality.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up most often are poor fuel economy, a firm ride, and pricing that can feel high relative to the equipment you get. Advanced safety features also vary by trim, so the most appealing versions tend to be the ones that balance capability with the features you want.

36.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Gladiator models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Gladiator as rugged, capable, and enjoyable to drive, with strong appeal for shoppers who want a truck with Jeep character. Expert reviews also reinforce its distinctive personality and off-road focus.

• Owners rate the Jeep Gladiator between 4.2 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking condition carefully, since the truck’s appeal often comes from hard-use capability and lifestyle-oriented ownership.

What should I look for when buying a used Jeep Gladiator?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 87.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Starting with the Sport S, the Gladiator has forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and an adaptive cruise control system with full-stop capability.
• Infotainment: Every 2025 Gladiator has a Uconnect 5 infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and eight stereo speakers.
• Fuel efficiency: According to the EPA, every version of the Gladiator should get 19 mpg combined, but during our test drive, the Mojave returned 16.2 mpg over nearly 275 miles of driving.

Which Jeep Gladiator trim should I buy?

The 2025 Jeep Gladiator offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry trim focuses on the core Gladiator formula, with the open-air setup and truck basics that define the model.
• Sport S: This trim adds forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control with full-stop capability.
• Nighthawk: This value-rich trim adds more equipment while keeping the Gladiator’s rugged character intact.
• Willys: This trim leans into the Gladiator’s rugged side with a more trail-ready personality.
• Mojave: This desert runner trim is aimed at buyers who want off-road tuning for high-speed desert use.
• Rubicon: This off-roader adds serious trail hardware for buyers who want maximum off-road capability.
• Mojave X: This trim adds leather seats, plenty of standard equipment, eight-way power-adjustable heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, upgraded interior materials, expanded infotainment features, leather upholstery, and a premium sound system.
• Rubicon X: This trim adds leather seats and plenty of standard equipment for buyers who want a more upscale take on the Rubicon formula.
• High Tide: This special edition adds extra character to the lineup.
• Big Bear: This California-only special edition adds another distinctive option in the lineup.

What Jeep Gladiator do most buyers choose?

The Jeep Gladiator years with the most listings are 2022, 2021, and 2023.

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a wider selection of trims and prices to compare. They also sit in the part of the market where many shoppers can balance newer features with stronger value.

What is the Jeep Gladiator's resale value?

Most Gladiator model years show clear year-over-year price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer and higher-priced years, while the smaller changes suggest some years are moving more gradually.

The 2023, 2021, and 2022 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Jeep Gladiator safe?

• 2025: 3/10
• 2024: 6/10
• 2023: 4/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 6/10

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Jeep Gladiator now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −14.79% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.03%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 38% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,286. The Jeep Gladiator offers a distinctive open-air truck experience that blends removable doors, a fold-down windshield, and rugged Jeep character.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Jeep offers a single powertrain for the 2025 Gladiator, so we hope you like it. The tried and true Chrysler Pentastar 3.6-liter V6 engine generates 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, and uses an eight-speed automatic transmission to power the wheels.
• Tech: Every 2025 Gladiator has a Uconnect 5 infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display. It includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and eight stereo speakers.
• Safety: Starting with the Sport S, the Gladiator has forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and an adaptive cruise control system with full-stop capability.
• Starting price: Base prices range from $38,695 to $61,695 plus a $1,995 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.