2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X: The Ultimate Truck?

Today I drive and review a 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X!
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[@davidmengle8269]

I have a 2020 wrangler rubicon and would really love to get one of these. Jeep messed up big when they jacked the prices up so high. Greed kills.

[@Spoolingturbski]

I had a lot of haters online call me stupid for buying a Gladiator. I bought it with 25k and it has 50k on it now. I’ve not had one issue. My buddy bought the new Colorado and it’s been sitting in his driveway while he continues to pay for it, as the dealer couldn’t fix or identify the issue. Toyotas had some issues with their turbos on the Tundra, ford has more recalls than any other company ever. The V6 in my gladiator is proven and dead reliable. Might not be the most powerful or engaging. But it’s reliable.

[@dantimber]

Agree on the Pentastar V6. My 2023 Mojave drivetrain has been flawless. It's got plenty of power for my use but I don't drive it like a sports car. Passengers are surprised how smooth and refined the whole package is. In a perfect world I'd prefer a fixed steel roof. I've owned Tacomas and Frontiers and liked them but none had the off-road prowess of the Gladiator.

[@bigmacmach1185]

70k is absolutely ridiculous! Paid 40k for my willys sport and I thought that was too much. Can't believe people are paying this much.

[@Wrangzilla]

They have gone insane on pricing. I bought a 2020 JLUR, in 2020, for 48.5k (~3% interest) out the door with an MSRP of 52k. That same Jeep spec’d similarly, now costs about 63k with ~8% interest and they act like they can’t give anything off MSRP. No thank you…

[@NeverFollowTheCrowd]

thats why the 2023 models are not selling and jeep dropping them 20k off msrp

[@MarkR973]

Their crazy... I looked at the rubicon x 4xe in green the other day, it was really nice, I saw that their discounting it by $12k ... it's now $61k..that's still alot of money ... when you look at what else you can buy at that price there is alot of luxury product alternatives with off-road capability out there .. granted jeep is purpose built and doesn't best but other products go nearly everywhere it can and 99% won't tread where only jeep can go except hard core offeoaders and that crew is not buying the top of the line wrangler their buying lower end and modifying it. So for schmucks like me I wanna go on the beach and light off-roading but at the $70k mark I have to get luxury to do it or I don't buy it as the value simply is not there. So I'm gonna be looking at the new Lexus gx. Also the Land Cruiser, the g wagon is cool but ridiculous in price ..

[@danav3387]

@@MarkR973also if you think about it. The jeep being so capable, who wants to take their $60+ in the woods/mud and scratch it up

[@JR-ut1yx]

2023, new 36k here.

[@gilbertferguson1685]

We have the 3.6 engine in our Wrangler and think it is pretty good. Just went over 17000 miles, including a trip of over 2000 miles and it didn’t miss a beat. So far our 2022 Wrangler Sport has performed well, with no issues.

[@DUNEATV]

I have a 2024 Wrangler Rubicon extreme recon with a 3.6 L penta star and I absolutely love it! The V6 combined with the eight speed transmission performs flawlessly. Very good combination.

[@DefianceMoraine]

There are a lot of BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Lexus and Tesla owners in my neighborhood, but the look on their faces when I drive by in my gloss black Gladiator is clearly one of abject envy. Sure, we all paid way too much for these vehicles, but I am pretty confident that they are not as happy with their purchases as I am with mine.

[@timolheiser7874]

I like the red dash. Gives one a bigger feel. It's like the feature wall on a room. I have the 2020 Jeep Rubicon Gladiator 70k, with it regeared to 5:13 and 35 inch tires. Just installed a Rugged Ridge HD Stubby bumper. I got a special order Gorrilla glass windshield. The dealer did not warranty the replacement windshield in the two year warranty. At 59K I had to replace the rocker arms and lifters in the engine under warranty. I think the long 8K oil change interval and 0W20 oil instead of 5W20 or 5W30 is the cause. I like the unit.

[@danielbuchanan5327]

My Wife got her JL Wrangler Sahara in 2018 and hit 100k this year. The only issue has been the stop/start battery dying once and the head unit needed to be replaced once. My 2022 Willy’s Gladiator is about 27k miles with 0 issues. I’ve accepted that it’s a Jeep and not any of the sports cars I’ve owned over the years. I don’t feel like the V6 is a slouch unless I’ve got it loaded up. Honestly if Jeep would just beef up the weak payload number and the V6 a little bit, I could take my family of 5 and our gear out on trips with a little more confidence.

[@danoesq2]

Got a killer deal on a '23 and for what I paid and the differences, I'd never get the '24.

[@JR-ut1yx]

Me2 36k new 😊

[@JohnCookAudoVideo]

Thanks for the review. I’m actually buying this model from Larry H Miller next Friday so if you ever need a Rubicon X for comparison, let me know. I told the sales manager to thank you as I would’ve never found them without your video

[@user-ci5yx8os2n]

Everytime excited to watch your reviews. I realy enjoy! You are GOAT Ben Hardy.

[@timtrinkaus7072]

I’m glad to see this have 4WD Auto as I haven’t seen it on the online builder! We can only hope the new 3.0L Hurricane will end up under the hood in the Gladiator, Wrangler and Grand Cherokee they desperately need it!

[@richardagostino5085]

Got mine 36k well optioned in late 20 built it into monster 40”s Beadlocks etc honestly it’s the best way if that’s what you’re after I never like anything stock I love jeeps quirks and all it’s definitely a commitment and it’s not for everyone 😂

[@alexkuehne3822]

I love my 22 Gladiator. The upgrades are cool for a 24 but not enough to entice me into moving into a new one.

[@lilcurtie]

I'm considering buying one this year, but I am still debating on the Wrangler. I like the one-touch top

[@wiilli7685]

Should’ve come with 35s for that price tag. Truck looks good Ben. 🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@tomj9261]

Looking for 2024 mid size truck ….canyon, Colorado trail boss, Tacoma or Gladiator. Which has been the best overall you have tested?

[@ChrisPark]

would have been helpful to detail the differences between the Rubicon and the X

[@clintdunn8671]

Literally why I watched the video...ugh.

[@scottbuffdaddy]

Why do people think they are getting a luxury truck when you are buying a jeep ? Its a jeep for Gods sake !!! Its made primarily for the off road enthusiasts not to be a pavement pounder. Mine has 220 thousand miles on it and I expect it to be a bit stiff on the ride but I know that it's built to be its best off road not to go get the groceries. If you want a good ride buy one that's primarily built for going to get groceries 90% the time .

[@WSTP3]

because they are asking luxury prices

[@scottbuffdaddy]

Then buy a luxury truck 😅

[@jasoncunningham1785]

Why does the X package not come with 35's like the Wrangler? For that price it's not comparable to every other midsized truck.

[@LOLewie]

I got a 23 Gladiator High Altitude. with the current rebates it was a decent deal. I didn't see the point of the Rubicon , Because like people have said, the departure angle is awful. So I don't need a rock crawling beast. Something that can handle light trails, or the occasional light flooding from a storm while everyone is stuck at home. That's all I need. I also don't need to tow an excavator. So the towing and payload are fine for me. And honestly, I dont know what it is. I know its not fast, doesn't handle the greatest. But when I drive this truck. I really enjoy it. I love how solid the doors sound when closing them. The truck feels robust. I like how the dashboard isn't deep like 99% of the vehicles today where you need a 4 foot squeege to clean the inside. Just very satisfied right now.

[@Day7Reset]

That was my impression as well. Still surprises how tough and bolted together it is. Had four 3rd gen Tacoma and could never get true satisfaction from them. But the first test drive in the Gladiator and was sold. The Sport Altitude was the sweet spot to be honest. My only regret was not getting the bed Rino lined. Otherwise, its been the perfect do everything vehicle.

[@ronsiegel5892]

Way, way, way overpriced. Dealers can’t sell them, lots are full with jeeps.

[@nitroxide17]

Stock exhaust? It sounds way better than my 2021 JT

[@KUROSHURA]

Get that Mojave X @Ben Hardy!!!!

[@Grimreaper45705]

I test drove one and really liked , it I prefer my Tacoma , but jeeps have better approach angles for off-road , and travel ,

[@joeyzaguirre7008]

definitely getting one

[@johnanthony6141]

Needs more power, come on hurricane!!! 😂

[@sao007]

Its funny you cant build a 2024 on website but they already arrived at the dealership😅

[@jasoncunningham1785]

Exactly wtf is up with that?

[@Offspec79]

Can you review the Caravan when you parked the Jeep 😂

[@KenMcCune-wb3jp]

Awesome jeep Rubicon it's a good looking jeep pickup you can have fun with it throw your fishing pole in it go fishing

[@mariodelrosario9578]

The 4 to 1 is the transfer case ratio not the axle ratio

[@KevinEdge81]

Ben, I’m curious… what do you think, does the gladiator have the most leg room or most spacious back seat out of any mid sized pickup!!??

[@BenHardyCars]

That and ridgeline

[@brandonmcfarland5200]

That V6 Is For Fuel Economy And Then Set Around Town.

[@amexna]

As much as I love these vehicles, I feel like you can get so much more for that amount of money. You really have to love it to pay that.

[@blakemarchand6650]

That things tight ngl

[@jxn0010]

I saw one of these last week that had a head on collision with a GMC truck the jeep driver was air lifted and died the gmc driver was all good

[@Wrangzilla]

I’m a Jeep guy through and through. I’m on my 6th since 1996. However, just going by the title, I would never call a Gladiator “the ultimate truck”. Maybe the ultimate stock overlander, but truck? Not hardly.

[@Heartcore118]

Got any Renegades?

[@demoacct]

The mint Voyager/Caravan at 9:52!

[@WSTP3]

It needs a bigger engine for the price's they are asking. I have a 22 mojave it gets the job done but its a dog on the roads. Most people are weekend warriors and the v6 is enough with the torque for offroad but lacking otherwise. They handle better than the older wranglers and daily short drives are fine but long road trips just don't compare to other comparable vehicles.

[@alancadieux2984]

$10,000 for power adjustable seats 🤣🤣🤣, i have a 2022 without and its just fine. The 4x4 shifter is standard not automatic and thats a very good thing. 2.5 years and NO rock chips in windshield yet, its taken a few hits.

[@robertannable9584]

Hahaha $70k?! No wonder they are going bankrupt over at Jeep. Not cool, guys.

[@chileshemubanga3594]

America's "Land cruiser 70-series". Nice

[@christrarback9748]

Just curious how tall are you , just trying to figure out where the seat sits when you were in the back

[@MountainScrambler71]

I’m 6 feet and the back seats when I have the front in a normal seated position leave more than enough room…the most comfortable and spacious of all the midsize I’ve tried, mine is a 2023

[@christrarback9748]

@MountainScrambler71 I have 2 car seats...im curious if they would fit better then my Tacoma

[@MountainScrambler71]

@@christrarback9748seem to be nice and flat with anchor points that are easily accessible, should fit one on each side no problem

[@shiftclick46]

The Rubicon X is not yet a trim for the Gladiator. You can ALMOST kit it out to a Rubicon X, but you won't get the 35" tires.

[@SuperTipsLLCs35]

This Jeep Gladiator rubicon x gives me a muscular off-road look

[@Zeusimo]

why can't they put 360 camera on jeep

[@maverick-zj3jz]

When is the in line 6 hurricane engine available in gladiator?

[@BenHardyCars]

Who knows

[@johnsanfilippo2516]

yes it sure would be nice to have the in-line 6 hurricane and then just add the option of a 6 foot bed. I'd buy a single cab configuration with a 6 foot bed in a new york minute. Just a simple bed seat across the cab. @@BenHardyCars

[@ccclaw13]

I think they said it won't fit current wrangler/gladiator. Too long

[@morningdrums]

So much money! I actually like the look and capabilities. But, in a time when all prices of every thing is going up, I think I'll pass. Did I mention..thats alot of money.

[@manuelbejarano6121]

Ben, 70K, 62K is tooooooooooo expensive for this tin can.

[@christopherbrown1391]

I would like one

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

I can't say as I would spend $70k on something that isn't really a truck and isn't really a wrangler - there are a ton of '23 gladiators on the lot - I would probably opt for one of those. super nice vehicle though!

[@bruce88wayne]

That’s the way to go. I got a Mojave for $60k last year. No telling what you can get it for now.

[@MountainScrambler71]

Oh it’s a truck

[@freedompanda9438]

990 lbs payload is a joke. That’s absolutely pathetic. That barely covers 4 people and their luggage. I WANT to get a Gladiator for my new business, but I can’t justify it. Putting a camper/tent combo on the back eats up 500 lbs right off the top. That’s before adding my gear. I’m switching my original plans around and going with a ‘24 4Runner. And for background, I’m a current Jeep owner (2008 Wrangler JK) which I love. Owned it for 11 years & still in love with it.

[@williskl]

Payload is terrible. Might as well get a regular Jeep.

[@ArtbyPatrickPetruccello]

doesnt the tow package bring it up to 1700 pounds for payload?

[@KylesKontent]

I think it looks really good the interior and exterior looks great but the windshield warranty and 70 K makes me not want to buy it

[@ashbringer5999]

I am sorry for this price I would take ZR2 duramax any day. Chrysler and ford has been driven mad only Chevy has keep slightly speaking affordable trucks which still not affordable for many. We live in horrible times.

[@taker610]

The Pentastar V6 is outdated. They need to switch to a Hurricane based turbo-4 or a detuned 3.0L Hurricane to make this thing more desirable.

[@Cr5pt0Puzzl3B0x]

The customers interested in this probably want the rudimentary V6 for its reliability

[@PeakDecline]

I don't think the 2.0L turbo found in the Wrangler would work. Too low displacement. And I don't think they've designed that block to make some larger displacement version like in a 2.4L or 2.7L. I don't think the Hurricane is coming this generation either unless its put in a product that replaces the 392 and therefore costs $80K+. If you want more power in a Gladiator... I think you're going to need to wait until 2025 when the 4XE version arrives (which I'm also betting money isn't based on the 2.0L but uses the 3.6L Pentastar instead) or buy one of the few 2023 EcoDiesels still available. The Pentastar is itself is probably going to get updated again soon. Clearly Stellantis is commited to it in many ways. They're using it as the range extender engine in the upcoming Ram 1500 REV for instance. The Pentastar is a reliable, well known, simple to work on engine.

[@lumberjeff0]

You can spend $70k on a different vehicle with better practicality. Or if you really want to hit rocky trails, get a used one and you can do every offroad mod you desire to it under $70k.

[@johnreno8909]

luv it

[@xyooj4ever]

If not for the open air driving experience, the Tacoma is a 10x better truck. Same goes for the Wrangler vs 4Runner.

[@MountainScrambler71]

I’ve had 2 Tacoma’s and not sure they are 10x the truck…they are like sitting in a damn Camry and the ones made in Mehico are sketchy

[@ArtbyPatrickPetruccello]

Is it easy to take the top and doors off on the 4Runner?

[@dantimber]

It's nice but I'm not a fan of 4wd Auto as part of the X package because it's an unnecessary complication unless the owner is street oriented.

[@morningdrums]

Its the price that wil be the selling point. Jeep will learn, people don't want to pay that.

[@scottbrawley407]

2024 Jeep Gladiator JT Rubicon X Crew Cab 4X4!

[@Scott-tw8go]

Gladiators are so ugly! That's what I like about them, I have a 2023 Rubicon and love it!

[@TheDirtCreature]

Hoped to get more info on difference between 23 and 24. First time Jeep ever has electric seats and you completely ignore them. No mention of what is included in X package compared to regular Rubicon. You "reviews" are not reviews. Up your game.

[@briandonald]

This is the Jeep that I like the most but $70k? No way.

[@weirdshibainu]

Keep your Land Cruiser pristine and buy one of these for an off road/adventure vehicle with the outlook you don't care if it gets dented. Buy your wife a LX570 with the third row. 2 Toyota's for reliability, the Jeep for utility.

[@BenHardyCars]

We have a wrangler

[@weirdshibainu]

@@BenHardyCars I know. A very nice one. Too nice for offroad. A Gladiator would be better in the backcountry IMO

[@goldenrakelawncare6564]

There's a reason Jeep is discounting Gladiators...

[@MountainScrambler71]

Yes, interest rates/inflation and the general state of the economy

[@josephlotrecchiano9359]

outrageous price....

[@stevew3718]

Everyone complains about the price, yet people keep buying them!.. make a statement and stop buying them and then the prices will come down.

[@rickmontelongo4230]

I owned a 1984 jeep scramble straight in-line 6 buoy by American motors great rock crawler but,the reliability not there I’ll stick to my 4Runner TRD off road 🤷‍♂️

[@dvader3263]

If Toyota would just put a truck bed in the 4 Runner, then sure.

[@MountainScrambler71]

@@dvader3263it’s called a double cab Tacoma?!? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@rickmontelongo4230]

@@dvader3263 true👌

[@lordrayden3045]

Jeep’s prices have gone crazy. I was thinking about a new wrangler, but more than mid to high 40’s for a 2 door rubicon is out of three question F#ck them

[@ryannewazada2102]

Stellantis NA got very greedy to drive up the prices during the pandemic in 2020, and it doesn't matter what their reasons as this truly ired the Jeep base consumers.

[@gusthomas]

Make a two door and Im in

[@DA-zh9gi]

I'd never buy a gladiator without a V8 or a 300ci+ in-line V6. 285HP is insufficient for a truck with any longevity IMO. Jeep keeps missing the boat. When people look at this, they go "cute truck", not what you want to hear. Let me know when they put a solid inline v6 in it, then i'd take another look...

[@jchill5229]

👍👍👍

[@4uafunguy]

70k for a JEEP that when you call someone with the hands free. It sounds like your skydiving. Junk box

[@OverlandOrange]

That's a STUPID price for a Gladiator. WOW.

[@OneEyedRascal]

3.6 is weak as puppy piss

[@dvader3263]

If it soaks through the carpet into the padding, it's definitely not weak, it's actually nasty strong.

[@speedRacer05]

Such a cool truck! But, that engine...:(

[@jhr2112]

I think I only understood a third of what he's saying.

[@MarkR973]

Rubicon x should be around $50k loaded with better insulation and jeep needs to angle the damn windshield, and affix it, because nobody is folding it down, if some nut wants that then option it, make it quieter… keep improving quality and use of higher end materials too…

[@DUNEATV]

Absolutely do not mess with the windshield on a jeep wrangler! Are you nuts? go by yourself a Toyota RAV4 and stop suggesting that Jeep ruin the only cool, truly off-road vehicle currently for sale!

[@MarkR973]

@@DUNEATV I've not seen one with a folded down windshield ever on road or off road by me and eventually their gonna have to affix it for sound quality purposes to compete, or make it an option. Would love to see a fixed top option too, for even better sound insulation, also they need much better sound insulation in that one touch folding roof, other convertible vehicles in the price range are whisper quiet, so it can be done . for those of us who can afford $70k or more for a vehicle we don't want a vehicle we can't even have a conversation in, leaving these sadly as still strictly second car weekend fun vehicles... except for the true hard core off-roaders. jeep is improving it, thankfully, and they should also thank Ford because competition forced them to improve helping them to slow the loss of market share. Their lucky for that too because eventually with continual rising prices and the junk they were building just a few short years ago they would be shedding even more buyers. You can only screw the consumer for so long. Btw Their selling broncos like hot cakes and I'm seeing jeeps now heavily discounted on lots so they've lost significant market share in my area. I'd rather have a jeep over a bronco but it's not there yet for me. I'm not sold on the whole jeep community thing to make me spend, having to blast my stereo to deafen the wind noise is just unacceptable to me, I want quality for $70k plus in any vehicle as everyone should expect. Allot of the people I know with same finances feel exactly the same way about vehicles. It's cool and fun but make it more drivable and livable as most are not hardcore off-roading, and regardless they can do that without affecting its capability. To each his own, it's your money, enjoy what you drive. Be well.

[@MountainScrambler71]

Have you driven a Galdiator? As quiet as my Tacoma and rides a hell of a lot better than the Taco

[@MarkR973]

@@MountainScrambler71 quiet? I'll check it out

[@MarkR973]

@@DUNEATV cmon.., make a version with a fixed roof too .. option it

[@DalV]

he talks in 1.5x speed

[@homehazard]

Why buy a full of compromises truck for this price when you can get way more with your money elsewhere? -way overpriced -sales in basement -dealer markups- -nice fit finish but lower reliability against industry average -no reengineering of secondary start stop- -Weak dealer network (repairs specifically because the saleguys always make you happy in the beginning ) We all wanna love these but they make it hard and they’ve jacked up bags price by thousands… Ouch

[@philipparana9225]

Interior is the same less the dash as my high altitude

[@dvader3263]

@@philipparana9225Side curtain airbags added for 2024. How much is one's functioning neck and limbs worth?

[@kevineureka6996]

69k 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@marcosciamanna7198]

People are complaining about paying this much for a vehicle in 2024, get areal job then losers, and the most unreliable vehicle on the road compared to a bmw. Mercedes, Audi, Land Rover, Range Rovers that cost more and have the worst resale value out there, every one I know that have these vehicles are constantly bitching about the constant issues they have, I’ve never had any issues with any of my jeeps, they have the least amount of technology in them for a modern day car which makes them more reliable idiots! And the solid front axel and the old school steering is much more reliable then ifs and rack and pinion steering, and most the vehicles out have a turbo on them is the worst thing possible, guaranteed issues nothing better than naturally aspirated!

[@yuriboguslavsky8868]

Overpriced piece of crap that they can’t move off lots. No thanks.

[@HiiImChris]

Arent gladiators some of the most, if not the most, unreliable modern vehicles? That in an of itself is kind of impressive

[@SuperQuantum69]

70K for the most unreliable vehicle on the road PLUS windshield warranty? NO THANKS!!

[@piotrk1047]

100% agree and yet we secretly still look twice and want one lol 🤣

[@JoeSmith-nu8oo]

I can agree with you on the Gladiator pricing, but the Wrangler Rubicon has been the best vehicle I've owned in years.I don't need a truck for anything and hope I never do again. Reliability they all(cars and trucks) break down now and my Jeeps have not given me any problems, so most unreliable is a stretch and not true. Do you say that because you have owned Jeeps and had nothing but problems? That windshield warranty is a joke right🤨 Insurance covers your windshield.

[@freedompanda9438]

The Pentastar V6 is actually one of the more reliable engines on the road right now. You just sound more like a hater than someone interested in truth.

[@Spoolingturbski]

I bought one… havnt had one serious issue whatsoever 50k miles so far. My buddies Colorado on the other hand is sitting in his driveway. The dealer couldn’t fix it.

[@motorhead_jt21]

How is it unreliable?

[@alec4699]

Ben, my sister knows more about jeeps than you do... Ben, i don't have a sister. Long time jeep owner, drove a new '24 gladi, came in hopes of learning wtf the X is. Terrible title / video.

[@danav3387]

You can get an overpriced real truck for that kinda $$$ No way, plus under 1 thow payload.. This thing is next to unusable.

[@JG-vv6ni]

Garbage engine unreliable and worst car manufacturer for service

[@wd8085]

Massively overpriced.

[@andreflavell3453]

no v8 . 3,6 v6 underpowered but the woke running jeep . no thanks . it’s a dog