New Jeep Gladiator for Sale nearPoughkeepsie, NY

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 $32,851, and its lowest point over the past year was $32,321. 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 is a strong choice if you want a truck with a distinctive personality and real off-road character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its rugged style, off-road ability, and fun driving feel. They also like the way it blends Jeep character with truck usefulness, especially when you want something more adventurous than a typical midsize pickup.

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

The main trade-offs are poor fuel economy, a ride that can feel firm, and handling that is less polished than some shoppers may prefer. Higher-priced versions also lean heavily into capability and equipment, so value depends on how much you care about the Gladiator’s open-air setup and trail-ready personality.

37.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Gladiator models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Gladiator for its rugged design, off-road capability, and distinctive character. Expert reviews also highlight its strong personality and the way it blends truck utility with Jeep-style adventure.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied more to how the truck was used and maintained than to its basic appeal, so a careful history check matters.

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.

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 truck’s open-air character and basic pickup utility.
• Sport S: This trim adds forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control with full-stop capability, making it a smart value pick for buyers who want more everyday convenience.
• Nighthawk: This value-rich trim adds a more appealing equipment mix while keeping the Gladiator’s rugged personality.
• Willys: This trim leans into the Gladiator’s rugged side with a more trail-ready character.
• Rubicon: This off-roader adds serious trail hardware for buyers who want maximum capability.
• Mojave: This desert runner is tuned for high-speed off-road use and stands out for its specialized 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 personality to the lineup.
• Big Bear: This California-only special edition adds another distinctive option for shoppers who want something less common.

What Jeep Gladiator do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and equipment mix. They also sit in the part of the lineup where used pricing is often more approachable than the newest model years.

What is the Jeep Gladiator's resale value?

Most model years in the Gladiator lineup are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you are shopping used. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the smaller declines in the older years suggest steadier pricing there. Overall, the table points to a market where patience can pay off, especially if you are targeting a recent model year.

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 −14.35% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.06%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.2% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $30,880. The Jeep Gladiator offers a distinctive open-air, truck-like driving experience that stands out in the midsize pickup class.

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.

How does the 2021 Jeep Gladiator compare to the 2021 Ford Bronco?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Jeep Gladiator:

• Pros: Stylish design, Manual transmission available, Fun to drive.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Poor ride quality, Poor handling.

2021 Ford Bronco:

• Pros: Excellent off-road capability, Stylish design, Great ride quality.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Noisy, Stereo is lacking.

Our experts score the 2021 Jeep Gladiator 7.2/10 and the 2021 Ford Bronco 8/10. The Bronco earns the higher expert score and brings stronger ride quality, while the Gladiator stands out for its manual transmission availability and fun-to-drive character. Both vehicles share poor fuel economy, but the Gladiator’s handling and ride quality are called out more directly, while the Bronco’s drawbacks center on noise and the stereo.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.