2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara
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- Photo: 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sport S in Mojito!, front left, 2026-05-03 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Mojave by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sport S in Mojito!, rear left, 2026-05-03 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Jeep Gladiator interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara is a 285-hp 3.6-liter with an 8-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $47,125 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 285 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm, spinning to a 6,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Gladiator measures 218.0 inches long on a 137.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,695 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $47,125 |
| MSRP with Destination | $49,120 |
| Destination Charge | $1,995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L Pentastar V-6 DOHC 24-valve |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24-valve, chain-driven, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 83.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multiport electronic fuel injection (returnless) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | Open front and rear; Command-Trac NV241 part-time transfer case (2.72:1 low) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic (850RE TorqueFlite) |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 (35 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 3.13 (53 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 2.1 (79 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.67 (99 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.28 (129 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 1 (166 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.84 (197 mph **) |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 (247 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.73 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded 87 octane |
| Tank Capacity | 22 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Solid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, hollow stabilizer bar; gas-charged monotube shocks (MTV) |
| Rear Suspension | Solid axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, hollow stabilizer bar; gas-charged monotube shocks (MTV) |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Hollow stabilizer bar |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Hollow stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 51 mm twin-piston floating caliper |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.9 x 1.1 in (330 x 28 mm) vented rotor |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.6 x 0.86 in (345 x 22 mm) vented rotor |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in aluminum |
| Tires Front | 245/75R17 BSW on/off-road (Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685) |
| Tires Rear | 245/75R17 BSW on/off-road (Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 218 in |
| Width | 73.8 in |
| Height | 75 in |
| Wheelbase | 137.3 in |
| Front Track | 62.9 in |
| Rear Track | 62.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 10 in |
| Approach Angle | 40.8° |
| Departure Angle | 25° |
| Cargo Volume | 35.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,695 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 42.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Jeep GLADIATOR. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 13, 2026 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V531000
Jul 16, 2026 · WHEELS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Consequence: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 05D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 23, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V456000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2026 JEEP GLADIATOR. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.