Yahoo Autos Jeep's most off-road-ready truck just got a big update in Detroit
To the surprise of no one, Jeep has taken a lot of the new bits and pieces featured on the latest Wrangler that debuted earlier this year for the 2024 model year and grafted them to the 2024 Jeep Gladiator pickup truck revealed at the Detroit Auto Show. What is somewhat surprising is what's been left on the chopping block, notably the SUV's available full float rear axle or any of its powertrain options past the standard 3.6-liter V6 engine. But before we talk more about what isn't here, let's cover what is.
Perhaps most important to shoppers is the interior. While the outgoing Gladiator had a playful and purposeful look inside, the new truck gets much comfier and inviting duds for 2024. Standard across the range is a 12.3-inch touchscreen interface smack dab in the center of the dash running Jeep's latest and well-regarded Uconnect 5 software. Navigation is optional on upper-level trims, but the Android-based system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on all Gladiators.
Manual seats, locks and windows are standard on the Sport, but everything from Sport S on up gets power locks and doors, while 12-way power seats that are water resistant to retain river-fording capabilities come with the Mojave X and Rubicon X. Jeep Adventure Guides featuring Trails Offroad is also offered, allowing owners access to a database of trails across the country. First- and second-row side curtain airbags are now standard along with all the other safety equipment we've come to expect on modern cars.
