How Does the 2024 Gladiator Compare to the 2024 Tacoma?

It’s well-known that the 2024 Jeep Gladiator has gained popularity for all the right reasons. With two powerful engine options, a suite of driver assistance technologies and removable top and doors, this pickup truck and SUV combo stands out. However, the team at CDJR of Leesburg understands that you have options when searching for your next pickup truck.

That’s why we’ve put together a comparison of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator vs 2024 Toyota Tacoma to highlight the differences between these popular pickup trucks. Just one test drive, though, will show you why the 2024 Jeep Gladiator specs stand apart, including from the mid-size Ford Ranger. Visit us today to learn more.

Durable Design You'll Love

The most noticeable difference between the 2024 Jeep Gladiator and the 2024 Toyota Tacoma is the Gladiator's versatility, combining an SUV body style with a pickup truck bed. The entry-level trims include a removable top and doors as standard features. This model year introduces bumper design upgrades, LED front and rear lights and a 5-foot tailgate. You can choose trims with 17-inch, 18-inch, or 20-inch wheels paired with 33-inch all-terrain tires and you can upgrade to get heated power-folding side mirrors and rear privacy glass.

When comparing the 2024 Jeep Gladiator and the 2024 Toyota Tacoma side by side, the Tacoma comes standard with LED headlights but lacks the standard spray bedliner found in the Gladiator. Inside, the Jeep Gladiator offers more spacious seating compared to the Toyota Tacoma.

Both models come with standard cloth seats and optional leather seats. The 2024 Jeep Gladiator's interior offers more luxury options, including a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats and standard dual-zone automatic climate control.

Top Performance On and Off the Road

Although premium configurations of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma offer more horsepower than the 2024 Jeep Gladiator, it's the smooth handling and available turbodiesel and hybrid powertrains that make the all-new Gladiator stand out. The 2024 Jeep Gladiator specs show that the entry-level trims feature a 285-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and four-wheel drive.

The 2024 Jeep Gladiator specs also indicate that premium trims are available with a 260-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel that delivers 442 lb-ft of torque. Additionally, there's an available hybrid powertrain with the 4xe version, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, offering a towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds and a payload of 1,700 pounds.

When comparing the 2024 Jeep Gladiator to the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, you'll notice that the all-new Tacoma features a 270-horsepower i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that delivers 310 lb-ft of torque. You can also choose between two additional engines: a 278-horsepower 4-cylinder and a 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid engine that delivers 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. Both models offer a rear suspension system, rear differential and impressive ground clearance for off-road adventures.

Premium Suite of Driver Assist Features

Both the 2024 Jeep Gladiator and the 2024 Toyota Tacoma come equipped with excellent safety features such as electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes and side curtain airbags. The 2024 Tacoma also includes the Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 suite, featuring full-speed dynamic radar cruise control (adaptive cruise control) and collision mitigation.

The 2024 Jeep Gladiator offers a range of safety features, including blind spot warnings, forward collision mitigation, rear parking sensors and adaptive cruise control.

Premium Cab Connectivity

Discover advanced technology inside the 2024 Jeep Gladiator at our Jeep dealership in Leesburg, FL. Every trim level includes push-button start, a digital rearview mirror, USB ports and smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto. Standard features also include an 8-speaker sound system and a 7-inch touchscreen. For additional features, you can opt for an 8.4-inch touchscreen display, a front-view camera, keyless entry and a wireless charging pad.

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma interior offers an 8-inch or 14-inch touchscreen display with smartphone integration. However, only premium trims include a JBL® sound system and a wireless charging pad.

Winner: The 2024 Jeep Gladiator

Now that you've seen how the 2024 Jeep Gladiator specs surpass the competition, we invite you to visit our CDJR dealership in Leesburg, FL, for a test drive. We believe you'll appreciate the impressive max towing package, bold power and unique styling of the all-new Gladiator, along with our monthly specials that offer great savings. Visit our Jeep dealership in Leesburg, FL, to learn more.