Aug 27, 2025

Pickups don’t come much more powerful or capable than the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, thanks to its tough exterior, robust engine, and legendary off-road abilities. We look at just some of the outstanding offerings of the new Gladiator.

2025 Jeep Gladiator Criswell CDJR Thurmont

Basics About the 2025 Jeep Gladiator

For 2025, the Gladiator retains the classic Jeep styling that helps it stand out in a crowd. At the front is the iconic seven-slot grille and sleek halogen headlights. Lightweight aluminum closures on the hood, tailgate, and doors help reduce weight and maximize fuel efficiency. And, the antenna is cleverly built into the windshield so it won’t get snagged by low-hanging obstacles.

Jeep offers the Gladiator in eight trim configurations, including the budget-friendly Sport, the well-equipped Willys, and the Desert Rated Mojave. Drivers can also choose from 10 wheel options to help them tailor the Gladiator to their needs and preferences.

Unique Features

Powerful V6

The secret to the Gladiator’s immense capabilities is the four-wheel drive setup and the 3.6-liter V6 sitting beneath the hood. This powerful pairing cranks out 284 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque and gives this workhorse a class-leading max towing capacity of 7,700 pounds.

Best-In-Class Payload

It’s not just the Gladiator’s towing ability that leads the segment. The durable steel five-foot bed earns the award for the strongest in the class thanks to its 1,725-pound payload. Jeep also makes the bed as functional as possible by equipping each trim with an easy-close tailgate, which can be secured in three different positions.

Trail Rated Badge

Every Gladiator earns the Trail Rated badge, an accolade that tells you this pickup is ready for off-road adventures. This feat is down to features, such as solid heavy-duty Dana axles, front and rear differentials, and steel skid plates. Water-sealed electrical components and a high air intake allow you to venture through 31.5 inches of water.

Higher trim levels boost the Gladiator’s off-road abilities even further. The Rubicon features a Rock-Trac part-time transfer case to help with rock crawling and navigating steep terrain, while the Mojave has a specially tuned suspension and a reinforced frame for a smooth, controlled ride over loose dirt and sand.

Open-Air Adventures

Whether you’re cruising the highway or exploring remote trails, the Gladiator’s removable Sunrider soft top lets you feel the sun on your face. In addition to removing the top, you can also take off the doors and fold down the windshield, making this Jeep the only fully convertible pickup truck on the market.

Whether you’re after a reliable work truck, a capable off-roader, or a practical family pickup, look no further than the new Gladiator. To explore more of what this iconic Jeep can do, visit Criswell CDJR of Thurmont in Thurmont, MD, today.