Jeep trucks are the stuff of folklore. Starting in 1947, Jeep produced the one-ton Willys Wheeler, which is now a highly sought-after collectible. After a mishmash of trucks through the years that were loved by Jeep fans but panned by critics, 1985 saw the release of the acclaimed Jeep Comanche. In 1992, it disappeared from assembly lines. Nearly three decades later, the void has finally been filled with the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. Taking pieces of the legendary Jeep Wrangler, this pickup is a beast through and through. Here’s a look at all it has to offer in 2020.
1. Superb Power and Performance
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator gets its performance cues from the Jeep Wrangler, sporting the same engine that’s found in the 2019 Jeep Wrangler. This 3.6-liter V-6 behemoth churns out 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque behind a standard six-speed manual transmission. If you’re averse to the stick shift, an eight-speed automatic transmission is optional. While Jeep has yet to release acceleration numbers, the Gladiator is sure to burn some serious rubber.
In addition to its speed, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator also has some of the top towing numbers in the industry. When properly equipped with the Max Towing package, this pickup touts a best-in-class 7,650 pounds of towing capacity to go along with a maximum payload of 1,600 pounds. Whether you’re on the job site or doing a full-scale DIY project, the 2020 Gladiator has you covered.
2. The Diesel Rumor
Details are still scant, but Jeep has rumored that a diesel version of the 2020 Jeep Gladiator will hit showrooms sometime later this year. Supposedly, this engine will take towing and off-roading to a new level thanks to 260 horsepower and a thunderous 442 pound-feet of torque. Only time will tell if this rumor is legitimate, but if it is, Jeep fans should rejoice.
3. The Open-Air Approach
Courtesy of a removable top, removable doors, and a class-exclusive fold-down front windshield, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is the world’s only open-air truck. Borrowing this style from the Jeep Wrangler, the Gladiator brings you one step close to the great outdoors. Whether you’re blazing new trails in the forest or going for a sunrise ride on the beach, the Gladiator brings you one step closer to nature.
4. Tech Features
Upscale tech features abound in the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. Designed to maintain its utilitarian appeal with a touch of modernity, the Gladiator boasts a comprehensive array of tech specs that will delight just about any tech guru. Highlights include an 8.4-inch color touch-screen display, the Uconnect infotainment system, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. However, the most alluring feature is a portable Bluetooth stereo. With Bluetooth connectivity, this removable stereo plays your favorite jams anywhere you go. Simply unlatch it from its holding block, pair it with your mobile device, and you have a party waiting to happen.
Expertly designed, full of ferocity, and with an added touch of something that only Jeep can provide, the 2020 Gladiator is the truck to have this year. Chances are it might just turn a few heads with you behind the wheel.
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