2022 Jeep Gladiator Review

Are you ready to hit the trails in a vehicle meant for roughing it? Clearly, your first thought is going to be a Jeep. But what about all your favorite outdoor toys that want to come along? Then it sounds like you need Jeep’s Open-Air Pickup Truck: the 2022 Jeep Gladiator.

Do you want to test this powerhouse performance pickup? If so, then come visit the team at Walker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) if you live in the Hurricane, Charleston, or Huntington, WV, area. We’ll get you behind the wheel of this unique pickup so you can decide if it’s best for you. But for now, read on to get the highlights!

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Power and Capability

Jeep has made a name for itself manufacturing rough-and-tumble vehicles that can handle everything the road throws at them. The 2022 Jeep Gladiator has two engines to choose from:  a standard gas engine, and an available diesel engine. Their individual specifications are outlined in the chart below.

	Horsepower	Torque	Maximum Towing Capacity	EPA-estimated MPG
3.6L Pentastar® V6	285 HP	260 lb-ft	7,650 lbs.	17 city/22 highway
3.0L EcoDiesel V6	260 HP	442 lb-ft	6,500 lbs.	22 city/28 highway

 

The Gladiator has standard 4x4, so maximum power goes to the right tire when needed. This is great for traction on slippery surfaces and for going off the beaten path to explore parts unknown. When it comes to how the power gets to the wheels, you’ll have a standard automatic 6-speed transmission, while an 8-speed automatic transmission is available.

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Interior Comfort and Convenience

When it comes to the space where you’ll be spending most of your time, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator has standard cloth bucket seats. However, if you prefer something a bit more luxurious, you can upgrade to leather-trimmed seats in colors such as Black, Black/Heritage Tan, Black/ Dark Saddle, and Black/ Steel Gray.

What about the drive itself? A drive can become an adventure with the right soundtrack, so you’ll need a good infotainment system to keep you entertained. As standard, the Gladiator has the following features:

• 7-inch touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay®
• Android Auto™
• 8-speaker sound system

If you’re a true audiophile, you can upgrade your sound system to the available 9-speaker Alpine® Premium Audio System. This system comes with a rear subwoofer and a 552-watt, 12-channel amplifier. It’s great for making sure you don’t miss a word of your favorite songs or a fact from your newest podcast obsession.

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Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The most important thing to consider when buying your next vehicle—a Jeep or not—is how safe the vehicle is. The 2022 Jeep Gladiator has a list of standard passive safety features. Though you may not notice the following features, they’re always watching out for you, making your drive safer:

• Electronic Stability Control
• Electronic Roll Mitigation
• Trailer Sway Damping
• Hill Start Assist
• Traction Control

When it comes to active safety and driver assistance, you’ll have available features such as Full-Speed Forward-Collision Warning Plus. No matter how fast you’re driving, this system will alert you with audible and visual cues that a collision could be imminent. If the system detects no correction being made, then it will automatically apply the brakes.

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Test Drive a 2022 Jeep Gladiator Today

This is only a sampling of all the features the 2022 Jeep Gladiator has to offer. To see more and experience them firsthand, you should come visit the team at Walker CDJR.

If you live in the Hurricane, Charleston, or Huntington, West Virginia, area, visit us for a test drive. We can’t wait to meet you!