2026 Jeep Gladiator in Tunkhannock, PA

Overview

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator occupies a category entirely its own — a midsize pickup truck with the removable doors, removable top, and Trail Rated off-road DNA of the iconic Wrangler. For drivers in Tunkhannock, PA and throughout Wyoming County who want the utility of a pickup bed alongside genuine open-air freedom and serious trail capability, the Gladiator is the only vehicle on the market that delivers all three. Whether you are hauling gear to a job site on a Monday or pulling the doors off and hitting a fire road in the Endless Mountains on a Saturday, the 2026 Gladiator handles both with the same confidence. With ten trim levels spanning from the work-ready Sport to the premium Rubicon X, MSRPs starting at $38,830, and four-wheel drive standard across the entire lineup, there is a Gladiator built for every kind of driver. Browse our current Jeep Gladiator inventory or start your financing application online today.

What Makes the Gladiator Unique

No other midsize pickup truck on the market does what the Jeep Gladiator does. It is the only pickup in its class with factory-removable doors and a removable top — features carried directly from the Wrangler platform that give it an open-air driving experience unlike anything else wearing a bed. For 2026, Jeep has improved the door hinge system to make removal faster and less cumbersome than ever before, building on one of the Gladiator's most distinctive ownership features. Every Gladiator is also Trail Rated, meaning it has been tested and certified across five off-road performance metrics: traction, ground clearance, maneuverability, articulation, and water fording. The result is a truck that performs equally well at the hardware store, on the highway, and deep in the backcountry — a combination that no Tacoma, Colorado, or Ranger can fully replicate.

What's New for 2026

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator arrives with targeted refinements rather than a full redesign, carrying forward the strengths of the platform while adding meaningful updates. The most significant change is the improved door hinge system shared with the 2026 Wrangler, which makes removing the iconic doors faster and easier than on previous model years. Jeep has also introduced the new Willys '41 special edition trim for 2026, a heritage-inspired variant that pays tribute to the original 1941 Willys MB military Jeep and acknowledges the 85th anniversary of the nameplate. Interior materials have been refined across trim levels, with additional soft-touch surfaces and improved sound insulation for a more polished daily driving experience. The infotainment system has received updated software with faster processing and enhanced smartphone integration. New exterior color options and updated wheel designs on select trims round out the changes for the model year.

Trim Levels

The 2026 Gladiator lineup offers ten configurations to match a wide range of budgets and use cases. The base Sport at $38,830 is a no-frills workhorse with 17-inch steel wheels, skid plates, front and rear tow hooks, a trailer hitch receiver, and a damped tailgate — solid fundamentals at an approachable price. The Sport S at $42,025 is the most popular trim in the lineup for good reason: it is the first trim to add forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control as standard, and it opens up access to the Active Safety Group, Technology Group, and Convenience Group packages that meaningfully expand the feature set. The Texas Trail at $44,830 and Willys at $45,230 build in more off-road-focused hardware, while the Willys '41 at the same price point adds heritage styling. The Sahara at $47,125 is the comfort-oriented choice, bringing more refined interior appointments suited for daily driving. The Mojave at $52,000 is purpose-built for high-speed desert running with Fox 2.0 shocks and additional underbody protection, while the Rubicon at $52,000 is the go-to for technical rock crawling with its Rock-Trac 4WD, locking differentials, and disconnecting front sway bar. The Mojave X and Rubicon X top the lineup at $59,995 each, bringing body-color hardtops, heated leather seats, power-adjustable front seats, heated steering wheels, built-in navigation, and the full driver-assist suite as standard.

Engine & Performance

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator is powered exclusively by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, producing 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive is standard on every trim — there is no two-wheel-drive Gladiator. Fuel economy is rated at 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway for most configurations. The Gladiator covers 0-to-60 in approximately 7.2 seconds, a figure that reflects its off-road-focused engineering priorities. Most trims are rated to tow up to 6,000 pounds, while the Rubicon and Mojave — equipped with the available Max Tow Package including Heavy Duty Dana 44 axles and a 4.10 axle ratio — are rated to tow up to 7,700 pounds. Maximum payload capacity is 1,725 pounds. The Trailer Tow and Auxiliary Switch Group ($995) is available on most trims, adding four programmable auxiliary switches, a Class IV receiver hitch, and heavy-duty engine cooling for buyers who regularly tow or use the truck for work applications.

Off-Road Capability

Every 2026 Jeep Gladiator is Trail Rated, but the depth of off-road hardware varies meaningfully by trim. The Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, and Willys trims use the Command-Trac part-time 4WD system and come standard with skid plates and front and rear tow hooks — capable for most trail conditions. The Sahara upgrades to the Selec-Trac full-time 4WD system for added on-road convenience. The Mojave is purpose-built for high-speed desert terrain, featuring Fox 2.0 performance shocks, a 1-inch front suspension lift, an electronic front sway bar disconnect, additional underbody skid plates, and 32-inch all-terrain tires. The Rubicon is designed for technical slow-speed rock crawling, with the Rock-Trac 4WD system offering a 4:1 low-range ratio, locking front and rear Dana 44 differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar, and 33-inch all-terrain tires as standard. For Pennsylvania drivers who explore the trails, forest roads, and rocky terrain of the Pocono and Endless Mountain regions, the Rubicon represents one of the most capable factory off-road configurations available in any pickup truck at any price.

Interior

The interior of the 2026 Jeep Gladiator is built to be used — durable, functional, and increasingly refined as you move up the trim ladder. Every Gladiator comes standard with a 12.3-inch Uconnect touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi hotspot, satellite radio, eight audio speakers, three USB ports, and Amazon Alexa integration. The base Sport trim features cloth upholstery and manually adjustable front seats, while the Sport S opens up the Convenience Group, which adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote start, and a power driver seat. The Sahara brings a more comfort-forward interior with premium materials better suited for daily drivers. The Mojave X and Rubicon X represent the top of the cabin quality spectrum, with leather upholstery, 12-way power-adjustable heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and built-in navigation included as standard. An available Alpine premium audio system and a removable Bluetooth speaker are offered on upper trims. The cabin is designed to handle whatever the trail throws at it, with easy-to-clean materials and thoughtful storage solutions throughout.

Exterior & Open-Air Freedom

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator's exterior is unmistakably Jeep, with a squared-off stance, round headlights, and the seven-slot grille that has defined the brand since 1941. At 218 inches long, 73.8 inches wide, and 75 inches tall, the Gladiator has a commanding presence that makes its Wrangler heritage immediately apparent. The five-foot pickup bed provides genuine payload utility, while the removable doors and top — now easier than ever to take off thanks to the updated hinge system — give it an open-air experience that no other truck on the market offers. Fold-down windows on all trims allow for a partial open-air experience without removing the doors entirely. Exterior styling varies by trim: the Willys and Willys '41 wear heritage-inspired badging and details, the Mojave sports a distinctive sand-colored appearance package, and the Rubicon is identifiable by its aggressive fender flares and larger tires. The Mojave X and Rubicon X add a body-color hardtop and steel front bumper as standard equipment.

Safety Features

Safety equipment on the 2026 Gladiator scales significantly with trim level, which is worth understanding before selecting a configuration. The base Sport includes only a rearview camera as standard driver-assist technology — a known limitation of the entry-level trim. The Sport S is the first trim where modern safety features become standard, adding forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control. For buyers who want the full driver-assist suite, the available Active Safety Group ($1,595) adds blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high-beam assist, and rear parking sensors on the Sport S, Willys, Mojave, and Rubicon trims. The Mojave X and Rubicon X include all of these features as standard without the need for an additional package. For families and safety-conscious buyers, the Sport S with the Active Safety Group is the recommended minimum configuration to ensure a comprehensive safety feature set.

Financing the 2026 Jeep Gladiator

Getting into a 2026 Jeep Gladiator at Tunkhannock Auto Mart is a straightforward process. You can submit your financing application online from home before your visit, giving our finance team a head start on finding the right loan or lease structure for your situation. We work with a wide range of credit profiles and will help you explore every available option, including current Jeep incentives and trade-in value. Ready to come see the Gladiator in person? Get directions to Tunkhannock Auto Mart and we will have one ready for you to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2026 Jeep Gladiator come with?

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator is powered by a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine producing 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive is standard across the entire lineup. The Gladiator is rated at 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway.

What trim levels are available on the 2026 Jeep Gladiator?

The 2026 Gladiator is available in ten trims: Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys, Willys '41, Sahara, Mojave, Rubicon, Mojave X, and Rubicon X. MSRPs range from $38,830 for the Sport to $59,995 for the Mojave X and Rubicon X. The Sport S is the most popular trim in the lineup.

How much can the 2026 Jeep Gladiator tow?

Most 2026 Gladiator trims are rated to tow up to 6,000 pounds. With the available Max Tow Package, the Rubicon and Mojave trims are rated to tow up to 7,700 pounds. Maximum payload capacity is 1,725 pounds.

What makes the 2026 Jeep Gladiator unique compared to other midsize pickup trucks?

The 2026 Gladiator is the only midsize pickup truck with factory-removable doors and a removable top — features carried directly from the Wrangler platform. It is also Trail Rated, combining open-air freedom with genuine off-road capability that no direct competitor offers in the same package.

What safety features are available on the 2026 Jeep Gladiator?

The base Sport includes only a rearview camera. The Sport S adds forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control as standard. The available Active Safety Group ($1,595) adds blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high-beam assist, and rear parking sensors. These features are standard on the Mojave X and Rubicon X.

What is the Jeep Gladiator Willys '41?

The 2026 Gladiator Willys '41 is a special heritage edition trim that pays tribute to the original 1941 Willys MB military Jeep — the vehicle that helped establish the Jeep nameplate. It features unique exterior badging and heritage-inspired styling details alongside the trail-ready hardware of the Willys trim.

Summary

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator available at Tunkhannock Auto Mart is the only vehicle on the road that gives you a pickup truck, a Trail Rated off-roader, and an open-air adventure machine in a single package. Whether you opt for the value-forward Sport S, the heritage-inspired Willys '41, the desert-tuned Mojave, or the rock-crawling Rubicon X, every Gladiator is built to go places that other trucks simply cannot follow. For drivers throughout Tunkhannock, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and northeastern Pennsylvania who want a truck that performs as hard on the trail as it does on the job site, the 2026 Gladiator is an easy choice. Explore our current Jeep Gladiator inventory, apply for financing online, or get directions to Tunkhannock Auto Mart to come see it for yourself.