Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs Jeep Gladiator
Overview | |
Years produced2007-Present | Years produced1972-1974 |
MSRP$36,500 | MSRP$38,100 |
Listings9214 | Listings9720 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryFull-size heavy-duty trucks are built with a purpose. Whereas many light-duty trucks are many things to many buyers, heavy-duty pickups do all these things plus tow and haul an incredible amount. This would seem like an incredible challenge; offer all the creature comforts and amenities you might find in a family sedan but with world-beating capability. And yet massive trucks like the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD are able to expertly deliver on these day-to-day needs while also being some of the most capable vehicles on the road today. | |
Reviews SummaryWhile this midsize truck can tow up to 7,700 pounds and haul up to 1,725 pounds of payload, those figures apply only to the base Sport trim. The more you spend, the less capable the Gladiator is. The 2025 Gladiator loses its manual transmission, gains a few special-edition models, and adds Fathom Blue, ’41, Joose, and Mojito paint colors. The Sport trim now has standard power windows and door locks as well. Verdict: Unique among pickup trucks, the Jeep Gladiator is an appealing alternative to the status quo. That’s especially true if you value open-air driving or you plan to tackle untrodden territory. But for serious towing and hauling tasks, there are better choices than the Gladiator. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Drive Train | Drive Train4X4 |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 | Engine Name3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X4 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.3 in | Bed Length60.3 in |
Curb Weight6231 lbs | Curb Weight4662 lbs |
Height80.9 in | Height75.0 in |
Length235.5 in | Length218.0 in |
Width81.7 in | Width73.8 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase137.3 in |
Maximum Payload4481 lbs | Maximum Payload1725 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity21500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity4500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2007-Present | 1972-1974 |
MSRP | $36,500 | $38,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 5.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Full-size heavy-duty trucks are built with a purpose. Whereas many light-duty trucks are many things to many buyers, heavy-duty pickups do all these things plus tow and haul an incredible amount. This would seem like an incredible challenge; offer all the creature comforts and amenities you might find in a family sedan but with world-beating capability. And yet massive trucks like the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD are able to expertly deliver on these day-to-day needs while also being some of the most capable vehicles on the road today. | While this midsize truck can tow up to 7,700 pounds and haul up to 1,725 pounds of payload, those figures apply only to the base Sport trim. The more you spend, the less capable the Gladiator is. The 2025 Gladiator loses its manual transmission, gains a few special-edition models, and adds Fathom Blue, ’41, Joose, and Mojito paint colors. The Sport trim now has standard power windows and door locks as well. Verdict: Unique among pickup trucks, the Jeep Gladiator is an appealing alternative to the status quo. That’s especially true if you value open-air driving or you plan to tackle untrodden territory. But for serious towing and hauling tasks, there are better choices than the Gladiator. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 285 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | 4X4 | |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 5 |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 17 | |
MPG Highway | 22 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.6L 401 hp V8 | 3.6L 285 hp V6 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | 285 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X4 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | |
MPG Highway | 22 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.3 in | 60.3 in |
Curb Weight | 6231 lbs | 4662 lbs |
Height | 80.9 in | 75.0 in |
Length | 235.5 in | 218.0 in |
Width | 81.7 in | 73.8 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 137.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 4481 lbs | 1725 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 21500 lbs | 7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 14500 lbs | 4500 lbs |
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