2025 Jeep Gladiator Mojave Review Inside And Out | What Makes The Mojave Special

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

That’s probably the most thorough and detailed demo I’ve ever seen Jason . I used to be a new car salesman for Ford back in my younger days and I gotta say that you have better salesmanship skills than most sales professionals I’ve been around lol 😝 Jeep should be paying you to do these demos ! Very informative and well done 👍

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Greatly appreciated

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

@ I may have to come down to Georgia and buy my gladiator there . This dealership here in northern Michigan has no inventory at all ! And the couple that they did have were marked up way more than what you’re showing there .

[@marksullivan8200]

The Mojave is set up like a Baja truck & the Rubicon is set up for serious off roading & rock crawling they're both great vehicles purpose built to do different jobs I really like the Mojave it fits my personal needs as I don't do serious off roading

[@vinboughton4751]

Love my Launch Edition Gladiator Rubicon. 37,500 and running strong. Only issue but not really, it has the aluminum steering box. But I've had no problems yet and when I do will just swap it out.

[@Jason-Samko]

2 amazing trucks for sure

[@marksullivan8200]

@@Jason-Samko great value as well I was shocked how affordable they are amazing trucks for the money

[@Jason-Samko]

@marksullivan8200 love thst the prices are coming down

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

Love the 41 color with the black fenders. The Mojave would be my dream Gladiator, it’s hard to justify in my mind the additional cost over the very capable Willys. Thanks for the video!

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep i think the willys is the best bang for the buck gladiator

[@bigbuck9984]

I love watching your videos. I'm not a truck guy because I don't need a truck. But I enjoy seeing the beautiful trucks and learning about them 😊

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@DUNEATV]

This dealership should order you the exact Gladiator you want and give you a smoking deal! It would be the best advertising commercial they ever did!

[@Jason-Samko]

@DUNEATV i will tell them you said that! Hopefully thst can happen when my channel gets bigger😂

[@DUNEATV]

@ It’s big enough 🤣

[@Jason-Samko]

@@DUNEATV thank you

[@DUNEATV]

@@Jason-Samko we’re talking about the channel! No gay stuff!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@DUNEATV 😂😂

[@a990dna]

Awesome! Thanks Jason for the informative review.

[@Jason-Samko]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jeffreythomas4254]

Jason, you are the best. You need to be a car salesman. Ur opinions are spot on! Best around, bar none.. Nothing but love brother. Im trading my 23 mojave punkn gladdy for a rubicon x in 41 at the end of the year. Maybe wait for a 26. I dont want the 4xe, but do you still think it's coming this year. I wonder if they will eventually replace the penestar too. Best truck on the road. So much fun!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks! Greatly appreciated. the 41 x will be amazing! I best the 4xe comes in the spring. Not sure about the pentestar replacement or if anything is planned. I will buy a 2025 rubi with the pentistar end of 2025.

[@marytorbert5212]

I have a 21 Galdiator Rubicon and this is the first time I’m tempted for something else. It’s that 41 color. Love it!!

[@billredding2000]

I have a 2021 Gladiator Rubicon also (in Hydro Blue Pearlcoat: There was no Gobi Desert (a 2020 color only?), Punkin (?) or Sargent Green available anywhere in the state of Colorado in early 2021. But despite any "temptation" I'm fine with keeping it until at least 2029 (when the OEM/Mopar extended warranty expires). And then -- if I want another mid-size truck -- will likely get another Gladiator Rubi...if they're still making them in 2029. ;-) Even if Ford is making a Bronco truck (finally, as it thought about doing earlier) to compete directly with the Gladiator (which has never had any direct-competition yet), I'd still go with the Jeep. "Jeep Wave" -- BR

[@Jason-Samko]

@marytorbert5212 agree amazing color.

[@Jason-Samko]

@billredding2000 the gladiator is scheduled to end in 2028. Not sure what comes next for the wrangler or gladiator. The new "wrangler" is supposed to be what they call a J80 platform

[@nickanderson5825]

Thank you for showing payload on the mojave. Please continue to show as they vary so much between willys , rubicon and mojave

[@Jason-Samko]

Always try to anytime I do a review. It's important to many people

[@marksullivan8200]

That's a great looking truck love the color

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100

[@davidm.8309]

Great review. For some cheap truck bed storage, or containing your dirty hunting gear, try a cement mixing plastic tub from Home Depot. Durable and under $10.

[@Jason-Samko]

Excellent idea. Thank you

[@savetriceratops9484]

Purchased my 2023 Gladiator Mojave(Sarge Green) in October 2023 with 20% discount and dealer incentives. Ive had 7 jeeps through 3 generations. The Mojave i believe is the best jeep i have owned. I had a 2020 Gladiator Rubicon and like the Mojave much more. Some detailed specs on Mojave below. Also something i noticed at dealer lot while getting oil change seen 2024-25 JL Wrangler and JT Gladiators have CV axle shafts on them. This was originally on the Wrangler 392 with full time transfer case. Not sure they made that standard on the 2024-25 Rubicons and Mojaves? That is nice since they are stronger... Steel hood with faux scoop:) reinforced frame bolstered seats Fox 2.5" internal bypass remote reservoir shocks Reinforced wide Dana 44 axles 10.5mm thick axles tubes Cast iron knuckles 2.72:1 low range (up to 50 mph in 4 low) 4.10 gearing 1" taller than Rubicon in stock configuration Hydraulic jounce bumpers Strengthened front upper control arms Strengthened lower control arm mounts Strengthened cross members Reinforced shock towers Rear track bar has a larger outer diameter, larger bushings, and a higher strength tube Wheels 7.5 mm shallower backspacing than Rubicon(Helps with clearing Mojave suspension/larger tires) "Racing grips" steering wheel Rear locker can run in 4 high in off-road plus mode Orange ascent thingy's:) Rear seating is 3 inches longer than the JL Wrangler. I'm 6'3 and still have leg room to spare.

[@Jason-Samko]

Great info. They don't have cv axles. All solid front and rear. But excellent comment and info.

[@savetriceratops9484]

@@Jason-Samko I'm referring to the axle shafts inside the solid axle housing. If you look at the front inside wheels you see a rubber boot. That's CV(Constant Velocity Joint) axle shaft versus the standard universal joints.

[@anthonyromano5420]

What a beaute. Still loving my ‘22 Mojave.

[@benblakeney7418]

Great review! The Mojave is an excellent trim if you're looking for a softer and more compliant ride. You do give up some towing and payload. Also, any additions (like a rooftop tent) are more impactful because of the softer springs. The softer springs result in more sway since you're moving the center of gravity for the vehicle higher), than the other trims with firmer springs.

[@userundefined01]

The slot between the center console cup holders is meant to store the key fob not a cellphone.

[@billredding2000]

True...and I only use the slot when I go to the dealership so we ALL know where the key-fob is! -- BR

[@Jason-Samko]

@@userundefined01 works better for cookies

[@c.b.-11]

You deserve to get exactly the Vehicle you want, as much as you do for us.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Greatly appreciated

[@ryannewazada2102]

Aloha Jason. I can see 👀 you having this color for your next Rubicon. Great video coverage on this trim.❤🎉😊

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks. I love that color

[@xanderjackson8518]

I don't ever see myself parting with my Mojave. Further down the road I'll upgrade it some, but it's far too rewarding a capability experience for my taste.

[@billredding2000]

When I got my Gladiator Rubicon (April 2021 in Castle Rock, CO), the Mojave wasn't out yet so it wasn't an available choice (even Broncos were still just Ford advertising hype -- vaporware). Still, I think the Rubicon is more "Colorado appropriate" than a Mojave would be as there's not much "Baja-desert-running" to do in the Rockies. NO WAY you can "go fast" on those mountain passes/trails, especially the scary ones (like Black Bear Pass). ;-) Now here in West TX (ELP) it's a completely different story as there's plenty of desert-running to do if you want -- and the Rubicon can go fast enough, if you want (I don't -- what's the hurry?) -- but really, my Rubi misses driving in CO...not to mention driving in the snow/white-out blizzards CO occasionally has. I can't think of a more capable vehicle (Rubi or Mojave) to get me home safely in such conditions. "Jeep Wave" -- BR

[@Jason-Samko]

Amazing truck for sure

[@traebishop3846]

My father in law was just telling me today that he is thinking about ordering a gladiator Rubicon X in color 41 today. I told him I'd just go with a Rubicon so he doesn't have to worry about the color match fenders getting beaten up by the salt on the roads in the winter, but it's his truck. He'll have made a smart choice either way as far as I'm concerned.

[@Jason-Samko]

Amazing truck

[@Getusom]

Best thing to do is buy the color matched ones on the jeep, then buy extra black ones to put on when going out on the trail. The color matched ones look so much better

[@Jason-Samko]

@@Getusom could do that too

[@Getusom]

@@Jason-Samko I’m not much of a jeep person,,,but that color 41 looks good!

[@ronaldspins]

I like the Gladiator much more now

[@michelle-lz8tg]

i think these gladiators will look awesome in the future when the paint fades and they accumulate some patina...

[@Gadfly2025]

How’s Mohave ride on roads and handle everyday use

[@Jason-Samko]

I don't own one so not enough time behind the wheel of one to compare. But someone will probably chime in. But I do own a gladiator rubicon and it's the funnest vehicle I've ever owned. I bet the Mojave is just a bit smooter and better manored on the bumps

[@philbrownred6500]

Dude! I'm going to have to stop watching your videos, I was planning on buying a new full size truck this your but you almost have me convinced to buy one of these.

[@Jason-Samko]

Lots of great trucks available today and glad you are enjoying the vids!

[@johnsanfilippo2516]

Jason another great review. Observing because it bugs me, anybody else notice how the prices on these are skyward yet it is de-contented, steel bumpers where are they? Raise your hand, who wants plastic bumpers...

[@Jason-Samko]

Glad you enjoyed it. 0rices are coming down quite a bit. The steel bumpers are optional. Wish they were standard

[@michelantoniomorin2201]

Awesome 😊

[@michaellarson7572]

Here's a great question Jason if that had a hurricane inline 6 how much more would the MSRP be

[@Magoo-1199]

A 2 door willy is right up there.

[@marksullivan8200]

That's a lot of truck for the $$ I thought it'd be in the 60s for Mojave & Rubicon packages alot of people don't realize how well built these are

[@Jason-Samko]

@@marksullivan8200 agree. And nice to see the prices coming down

[@371kenny]

Im in absolute awe of my new rubicon gladiator. Its not the faster thing on earth or more powerful but what a swiss army knife of trucks. So much more comfortable an spacious than my tacoma. I had to engage the lockers and 4 low already and went into each like a hot knife threw butter. No fighting it at all. Also towed my lanscape trailer like it wasnt even there. Im kinda convinced this might be the best over all vehicle ive ever owned, as long as it holds up. Thanks jason.

[@Jason-Samko]

agree 100% And congrats again on your amazing new truck

[@johnkraft5640]

Add the front locker to Mojave and this will be the perfect truck.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@johnkraft5640 agree 100

[@hommedammn7132]

The Mojave should come with the Hurricane engine to really complete the package.

[@scottsymons6152]

Thinking about getting a new Gladiator. Mojave pkg. Mojave X pkg to be specific.

[@jeffreycannon6626]

Do the Rubicon X and the Mojave X include a soft top in addition to the hard top? I see plastic bags on the backseat. What are those?

[@Jason-Samko]

The bags are for the roof panels so they don't get scratched when you put them in the back of the gladiator

[@moneypit04]

Jason, if you lived in New England (like I do) and had to deal with snow each winter, would you consider getting the X (for the Selec Trac) on your Rubicon or Mohave ? Hard to find these around. Love the 41 color! I’m leaning toward a Mohave X Gladiator. (But I’d prefer the fabric seats over the leather !)

[@Jason-Samko]

I should say yes. But being honest here is my thoughts on any 4 auto system. They are great but should not be abused. What I mean is this (and have a video coming out this week on this in more detail). 4 auto is great for people thst know nothing about 4 wheel drive (some women, some men, many younger people). They can put in 4 auto and leave it and never worry. And it's great for the mixed conditions like dry pavement then patches of snow and ice etc. But if it's all snowy or all icy just put in 4 high. The 4 auto used a clutch system and it can wear out the more it's used.

[@moneypit04]

Makes total sense. Yeah, wanting it handy for those “mixed” (snow & pavement) conditions mostly. Also, enjoyed your 4x4 overview video detailing, 2wd, 4wd(2w), 4wd(3w-w/1-locker), 4wd (4w-w/both lockers)

[@Jason-Samko]

@moneypit04 yep and in that situation it really shines!

[@andrewshenton6541]

Only thing with the seat is i keep pressing the lever when i get in/out so always adjusting to max height

[@Jason-Samko]

Same happens to me sometimes

[@Sw00per_actual]

New stickers are supposed to be on the 2024s I thought.

[@UtahNick71]

Just got a '24 Mojave in silver. Wish they would have blacked out the interior handles. Got rid of almost all the silver/chrome and left handles silver.

[@Jason-Samko]

Good point. And the key lock on the door

[@kenpettis3011]

Looks like somebody’s getting a new jeep

[@Jason-Samko]

Not until end of 2025. Bit if the deals works it will be a 25 rubicon this color

[@kirkdunn1379]

just order yours from Louisana.....20k off 24s and 7k off 25s in stock units now, if you order am sure its higher.....they have huge allotment from manufacturer actually the 24s sold yesterday, lol

[@Jason-Samko]

Very well might try and get my next one there if the deals works

[@FRWD_FXLRST]

Is the ‘41 color darker than Commando Green?

[@Jason-Samko]

@@FRWD_FXLRST I'd have to see them side by side to know

[@marklagace5728]

Wy is my friend 2024 gladiator have fox suspention got it like that a the dealer brand-new. In Canada.?

[@Jason-Samko]

Gladiator used to have fox shocks then went to the rubicon red shocks. So they could be going back to fox shocks. They are basically the same shock

[@raycabrera941]

Does it have rear full float axels?

[@Jason-Samko]

Only the wrangler does. Not the gladiator yet

[@leonardharview4577]

Yep, I agree! IMO, the black top would be nicer and yet cheaper. I'm wondering if they would OTD discount off that 2025 better MSRP say, 10%-20%? Jason, why wouldn't the Rubicon have the extra gusseted frame support? Seems to me that the tremendous body torque from serious Moab rock climbing would provide some benefit, no? BTW, very good overview, bro!

[@Jason-Samko]

I have said that as well. My not just put the extra frame support on all the gladiators. What would it cost them 40 bucks? I'd pay it. Better yet why can't jeep just put the front locker on the Mojave and make it the perfect jeep. Not sure what deals are happening yet on the 41 colors. I bet they are high demand right now

[@ismaelramos8687]

Once you say that the Mohave doesn't have a front locker and no sway bar disconnect I erased it from my wishlist... I don't see the point to pay more for it over a (barebones) Willys.

[@ryancarpenter1678]

I have a 23 Rubicon man I want the color 41 Mojave now hahaha

[@Jason-Samko]

Love the 41

[@Xandil]

With the more compliant Fox suspension, does it ride better on the highway? How does it compare to a Rubicon and Sport?

[@benblakeney7418]

It also has softer springs, making it more compliant and providing a softer ride. The trade-off is if you're planning to tow or put on a rooftop tent. Epic Adventure provided an excellent breakdown of this.

[@Xandil]

@benblakeney7418 Excellent, thanks!

[@frankconsidine5989]

I want the same gladiator in 41 as you brother

[@Jason-Samko]

@@frankconsidine5989 such a sexy color

[@ctom8299]

My 22 Rubicon has molle panels in the back of front seats. Dont know why they ended that? A weird thing also is that the color you love has been around for a while. The rear seat hook is painted that color for some reason? Dont know why they didn't offer that as a paint color until now since it was something painted inside every Gladiator already? Jay, I think we can admit that the Gladiator is one of the best midsize trucks ever made. Just a thoughtfully designed vehicle.

[@Jason-Samko]

@ctom8299 my all time favorite truck I've ever owned! Can't wait to get my next one at the end of the year.

[@branmichaluk445]

56 grand, still to high.

[@Jason-Samko]

Compared to what

[@branmichaluk445]

@Jason-Samko Compared to the average salary, most vehicles in comparison not just Jeep .

[@Jason-Samko]

@branmichaluk445 can 100% agree with that

[@johnkraft5640]

Live my gladiator rubicon diesel on 37 inch tires

[@Jason-Samko]

@@johnkraft5640 would lover 37s

[@leefoulds2569]

They need to put the manual back in the gladiator, otherwise I'm not buying it!!!

[@billredding2000]

Also, IIRC the Mojave's hood is made of steel so it's heavier than the Rubicon's aluminum hood. Additionally, I think those hood vents on the Rubicon & Mojave are just for looks, they're not functional. BTW, yes, it DOES seem like Gladiator pricing is getting back to where it was in 2021, before the Covid-19 BS & pricing insanity impacted everything. And before the dealership ADM/MA price-gouging increases as well. -- BR

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks. Didn't know the hood was steel on the Mojave.

[@Gadfly2025]

How’s these Jeep safety if T Boned ?

[@Jason-Samko]

Not sure. Never looked at the crash data

[@stevefisher2121]

Beautiful truck for sure but still the price is too much.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@stevefisher2121 not anymore. Prices have come down quite a bit

[@ScrambleNorth]

It’s a shame they dropped the manual transmission

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@ryderwayland]

I love gladiators but theyre just too expensive.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@ryderwayland not anymore they are down quite a bit price wise now

[@ryderwayland]

@ a dealership nearby theres a new 2024 gladiator sport S thats 38k. I think thats a good price

[@andredriehuis383]

I think you have a Deal 🤣

[@jordanm3468]

Cloth is definitely better. Had leather with a jeep and hated it

[@Jason-Samko]

@jordanm3468 yep I much prefer cloth myself

[@gy6100]

Not worth 50k+…dufuq

[@rogerthat117]

I don’t like the leather seats either.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@rogerthat117 cloth is my favorite

[@johnnyfreeman1018]

NONE of these Jeeps are worth anything close to that Mojave price.....NONE.

[@davidchenette1091]

Very nice everybody deferent but I would never ever buy one just don't care for them

[@Jason-Samko]

Nothing wrong with that! And the best reason why it's good to have so many different truck styles and options

[@peterdaniel66]

Solution? Get a set of black flares and use them. Save the painted ones for whenever. And we are NOT ok with that manual back window. Should actually be like the tundra crew max and fully slide down

[@jordanm3468]

Slide down on a removable top? I like the manual slide. One less thing that has electronics to break 🤷‍♂️

[@peterdaniel66]

I still want the diesel.. they should have never killed that

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree

[@champ7258]

I'm going to buy a 2025 jeep rubicon gladiator! You talk me into it. 🛻

[@Jason-Samko]

Test drive first and make sure you like it. I love them