If you love exploring the wild paths less traveled, you’re going to love Jeep’s all-new pickup. It’s perfectly suited to this thrilling lifestyle. Here are four reasons why the 2020 Gladiator Rubicon loves off-roading as much as you do.
1. Premium Off-Roading Features
The range-topping Rubicon trim comes outfitted with plenty of performance features that are not available in lower trims. When you’re planning on driving down a ton of trails, it’s your only choice. This Gladiator handles any terrain with ease thanks to its go-anywhere capability. You’ll get 33-inch tires, an electronic disconnecting front sway bar, and the Rock-Trac 4WD system that provides greater control by crawling at a lower speed.
Four-wheeling enthusiasts will appreciate essential equipment such as locking front and rear differentials, a brush guard, and rock rails. You’ll get more articulation for challenging maneuvers, the Fox performance suspension, heavy-duty axles. and a whopping 11 inches of ground clearance.
2. Punchy Powertrain
When you’re heading down a dirt path, it’s essential to have a powerful engine under the hood. The Gladiator Rubicon is equipped with a 285-horsepower V-6 and a standard six-speed manual gearbox, or upgrade to the smooth-shifting, eight-speed automatic transmission. Together this powertrain earns an EPA estimated 17 in the city and 22 highway.
The Rubicon trim’s engine easily tackles typical truck duties. It’s one of the class leaders in towing, with a capacity of 4,500 pounds. Rumor has it that Jeep plans to release this pickup with a turbocharged V-6 EcoDiesel sometime this model year. Keep your eyes peeled for the arrival of this punchy powertrain.
3. Rugged Interior Amenities
The new Gladiator’s interior is spacious, attractive, and functional, with two rows of comfortable, supportive seats. It seats five with loads of head- and legroom. The rear seats are similarly spacious, offering more adult-friendly legroom than most competitors. From the cockpit, the driver has a commanding view of the road, which is ideal when rock crawling.
Functionality was a top priority for Jeep when designing this truck, which is why all of the controls are within easy reach. The cabin is durable and water-resistant. To clean it after muddy adventures, you simply hose it out. The Gladiator also comes with a portable waterproof Bluetooth speaker and a forward-facing camera.
4. Versatile Exterior Design
The Gladiator is unparalleled in the compact truck class. Think of the Rubicon like a Wrangler with a bed. You can remove the top and doors, and even fold down the windshield. We dare you to find a truck under any other badge that can lay claim to that ability.
This compact truck is designed to morph into a convertible so you can enjoy sunny skies during your off-roading excursion. Standard equipment includes a folding Sunrider soft top with a sunroof feature or opt for maximum security with the heavier Freedom Top hard top roof.
The 2020 Gladiator boasts a comfortable interior, outstanding towing prowess, and Jeep’s legendary trail-rated badge. Discover what makes it the ideal off-roading vehicle for outdoor enthusiasts like you, at your local Jeep showroom today.
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