Why you SHOULD NOT buy a Jeep Gladiator - If these 3 reasons matter, it is NOT for you JeepJTR

[@earlrogersjr3026]

I learn how to drive in the Marine Corps in 1956. I served from 1955 to 1998 in the Marine Corps and the Army retired with 43 years of service. Because my first experience of driving was in a jeep manual transmission I never have noticed a difference. I am 83 years old and over half my life I have been driving and been a passenger in military vehicles. By the way that is a great looking jeep.

[@barrygolden9823]

Thank you sir for your service and sacrifice! It is because of soldiers like you that we get to enjoy our freedoms.

[@BustMonk]

Thank you for your service!

[@ghostcoast3914]

Thank you for your service

[@flatheadfletch]

My first vehicle was a 43 Willy’s MB. Iv had cj’s a wrangler and my favorite the Scrambler. I’m 62 and just bought the ultimate 4 wheel drive truck ! Yup, Jeep Gladiator Overland ! The most versatile man’s rig you can own. If you thought a Toyota Trd was tough, don’t buy a JT, you’ll hate that you ever owned a Toyota, I know Iv had 4 of them. The Gladiator does it all very well !

[@wusaint]

Bought my 2023 Mojave about 3 months ago and don't regret it at all. It's windy, the fuel mileage is crap, and there's not really any storage space except for the bed. I don't really do off-roading except for taking it out to the beach and some LIGHT (and I do mean light) trail riding. But I wouldn't trade this thing for the world. It's gorgeous. It has enough creature comforts to keep me happy. It's easy to work and mod. The community is great. And there's nothing quite like pulling the top off when you're on the beach. I'm in love.

[@MikeSmith-ey7ku]

When u trade your 2 door jk for a loaded JT it feels like a luxury upgrade🤷🏻‍♂️

[@billbored8277]

1:33 Wind noise? I'm laughing thinking how much more quiet that is then my TJ.

[@Tembrig]

This was the recommended video from TimTheTatmans video LMAO

[@SlayerMaster115]

Same here xd

[@gorillahd9247]

After two previous YJ's and my current lifted TJ running 35's I bet the Gladiator rides like a dream.

[@gorillahd9247]

@Shauno2001 backy I am pretty sure our old TJ's weren't made for high speed ops. lol

[@gorillahd9247]

@Shauno2001 backy I love the 4.0 I6. Great little motor that pulls like a tractor.

[@JTRSpartacus]

Went from a 53 M38A1 to a JKU and now a JTR. JTR drives great ! #jtrspartacus

[@Dwq47]

An XJ, a ZJ, a KJ and now a JT.... it’s really not a bad ride, I don’t have a complain there. I’ve only driven jeeps, it’s the only way I know lol.

[@slevinkrauss6873]

YJs... TJs.... Sh1t... Try riding a CJ5 on 35s with 4 Inch lift past 45 mph. Dont scratch yourself you'll end up upside down :)

[@stevey7648]

Thanks to you (and your daughter) for showing the front leg room with the car seat installed and kid in it. This is an important factor for me. Still love the vehicle though!

[@GP9railfan]

The most down to earth, fun truck out there. Perfectly said!

[@angelorosin5951]

I just bought a JL and love it, quirks and all.

[@indridcold8433]

Unplug the intelligent battery monitor. That will disable the auto engine stop and start design flaw which will keep your oil pressure up at all times, correct engine temperature, and longer starter and battery life.

[@breeze787]

Did you see the white FJ Cruiser across the street about 3 houses down? Now that's a vehicle. Great daily driver, smooth riding like a luxury car, extra fun to drive, no wind noise and no road noise and very capable off road. Jeeps are great too off road but your 3 reasons is why I would stick to my FJ Cruiser. Thanks for putting this up!

[@christopherbrown1391]

LOL

[@breeze787]

@Odorous Smegma I've not had a single problem with my FJ since I bought it over 5 years ago and I own it lock stock and barrel. Insurance & gas ain't bad when you own it outright. Also I'm averaging over 20mpg have been since I bought him. If you are fearful of an Armageddon I would not get a Cheap Jeep. And whenever the wife & I go garage saleing my FJ always gets compliments. I like to keep him nice and shiny.

[@jimmyjackson2328]

your very hungry fuel hog

[@breeze787]

@masterchicancergrade3 Yes! I don't take my FJ out to intentionally break him out on the rocks. But when the weather is nasty and it can get that way here or there's a shrubbery, rocky, sandy, loose rocks. watery snowy route that cars cannot go? I can and I do all the time gleefully and wave as I go past all the obstructions so I can get to where I'm goin FJ Cruiser style. And Oh yes my FJ drives just as well on pavement.

[@Elbribon1]

lol

[@indigowicker]

I don't know what people are talking about the new jeep is not comfortable. I have a 2021 gladiator and it drives smooth as glass, even 70 mph on the interstate there is no shaking what so ever. It would be nice if it had more horse power but to me it feels like a Cadillac.

[@ati573]

My wife I loves her jlu and i love my gladiator. And both of them see trails. One is the rock crawling and the other is camping/bug out rig

[@JTRSpartacus]

Highly recommend people drive a Jeep and experience it a bit. They are fun, lifestyle vehicles but do have some trade offs. And please wave 👋 if you buy one! Love my JTR ! #jtrspartacus

[@RicksMusicChannel518]

I should be picking mine up today. I'm really looking forward to it

[@echoglen8649]

I'm a truck guy, i like to have something different. I'm hoping to buy one of these at some point.

[@johnomahony7364]

That footage you just showed going over that crevice was ridiculous..you did it with stock wheels and suspension.. nice. 👍

[@BustMonk]

I know right? Loved doing it! Can't imagine what it could do with a little lift and some 37s or 40s... Fuel mileage would be about 7 mog though haha. Probably worth it

[@Cristoesrey2021]

This is the best video, when it comes to things to know about the gladdy. 💪🙏

[@BustMonk]

My man!

[@jcmjcm2412]

Just got my 2021 gladiator rubicon, factory had the tires psi at 37, deflated to 34psi and it rides very smoothly.

[@RickMartinYouTube]

thanks for taking the time - I see these vehicles all the time and they look fun -

[@jamesSmith-fl5wv]

Just bought a 2022 gladiator rubicon and it’s awesome! Great for camping trips and daily driving! It’s everything you want for the wild and city

[@gpfreak1]

I already bought one and love it

[@BustMonk]

Nice! I love mine too!

[@fnnnknorth]

Too much apologizing for not being a luxury SUV 🤷‍♂️

[@jeffmays1755]

Wow! Thanks for the info, I'm a big time jeep fan, what a timely video.

[@darenlawrence5824]

Thanks for the honesty. I'm shopping. I love the look. Hate the ride. I'm so torn. I think I just want too much. I want the fun, the pick up, the family vacation traveler AND the luxury ride. It doesn't exist!

[@IAMTRASHMAN267]

It does. It’s called the Toyota Landcruiser.

[@IAMTRASHMAN267]

Comfy, super capable off-road, and bulletproof reliability.

[@Dwq47]

I will never understand when people talk about a bad ride... I’ve only owned jeeps and I have no complaint about my gladiator either.

[@IAMTRASHMAN267]

Dwq47 I wouldn’t say it’s a “bad” ride necessarily. But not everyone is used to the tougher ride of solid rear AND front axles. It’s not unbearable, but on the road a solid front axle won’t be as smooth and comfortable as an independent front suspension.

[@charaardrey5846]

Tahoe maybe??

[@TheJoshuaborden]

By that Fj across the street!

[@tc1uscg65]

I new two people who owned a FJ. They are one bad ass looking rigs. One was Yellow and one was that ugly blue. But though they were not the same year, they had one thing in common. They both leaked oil. The Yellow belong to my brother in law He's a mustang/Vette guy but he got the FJ. Main seal leaked like a artery. It only had like 80k miles on it. My 77 Celica had the 20R 4 banger. So did my 81 Celica but it had some major issues that left me stranded a couple of times and wouldn't start in the 90 deg temps. But the 77 was solid as a rock. But I've always asked, if FJ's were so great? Where are they today?

[@MikeSmith-ey7ku]

Umm, if they still made it and put a bed on it maybe, and they didn’t have to replace the frames In like 2 million Tacoma’s

[@rickgonzales1219]

So I knew what I was getting my self into by trading in my palasade for the gladiator and have not looked back. Love my Jeep looking forward to all The mods I can do. I Live in Oregon so lots of back country I have to look forward to traveling. Thank you for the video god bless you and your family.

[@jameshenderson9830]

I traded in my 4x4 f250 and there are some huge tradeoffs. For me it is engine performance and space that I miss most. I traded for a very specific reason, otherwise I wouldn't have done it. But man, I love the gladiator overland rocky ridge build. Just wish it was slightly wider with a supercharger. Then it would be perfect.

[@cookingwithike733]

My scenario exactly. Had F250 and got gladiator. Miss the space and power of 250 but don't miss the mpg....

[@SimonGhostRiley592-n9z]

DAMN, Timthetatman is gonna be pissed lmao

[@wranglernator]

I have been a JEEP guy my whole life!! To me personally my MOJAVE drives like a dream! Quiet, spacious and the smoothest ride so far. So for JEEP lovers that have been riding jeeps their whole life, this thing is a dream come true. Dont believe me???? Let me take you for a ride in my 1976 CJ 5 or my 1991 YJ , my 98 TJ my 2008 JK lol Good video thank you

[@BustMonk]

Couldn't agree more... for a jeep, it is amazing. I drive a lot of different cars and the real thing that killed it for me was the idea that I couldn't be on a work call because they heard a bunch of background air noise and i do a lot of work calls while driving, hence my thought on this. Otherwise I could care less about the noise!

[@exodusfivesixfivesix8050]

Can't be louder than my wrx hatch. Same size as my wrx interior. Can't be stiffer than my wrx. Everything seems good here. Stoked for my order to get here!

[@billygoat4591]

The price, the price, and the price for a fully optioned Rubicon.....when you can purchase a fully oped Tacoma Pro for less that comes with the reliability, resale value of Toyota & not the quality control issues of an FCA vehicle. Jeep has lost its roots, but I do appreciate the side work I receive from repairing the later models :)f

[@BustMonk]

Tacoma's are great... But way underpowered and simply don't crawl the way jeeps do. They have their niche but even an FCA Jeep is better than a Tacoma for what I do with it. Everyone has different views though. Thanks for the comment.

[@billygoat4591]

CombustionMonkey Of course, nice to batter back & forth respectfully 🙂 Title is why you should not buy a Jeep & everyone has their two cents but if you want, buy one! 😀😀😀

[@exexpat11]

Resale value is pretty good compared to other American makes. I do not like tons of electric options. Just more to go wrong. Engine is an old dependable design from a Mini Van and upgraded over the years to improve fuel economy and power. Get a Standard! GET A STANDARD! I would not trust Dodge or Fiat auto transmissions. I just don't. Plus if you take it off road it has to be Manual. Stop and go City traffic will be a pain. Lost it's roots. It isn't a giant metal tub with a 1960's inline 6 anymore. It is more modular and the metal is thinner. Besides that it is an upgrade. Toyota's are slow and under powered. Great truck though.

[@chrisnelson9411]

My 2021Gladiator overland came with gloss black 20s drives like a luxury car Fully covered in black leather with Gold designs all over the seats wayyy better than a rubicon it absorbs all the bumps like 90s model cadillac

[@themouas]

I am probably more concerned about the reliability than the functionality that it was designed for.

[@dank3823]

I owned a 21 gladiator. Several mechanical problems that 2 local jeep dealers couldn't resolve. Traded it. Overall.... junk.

[@24kabuki]

Owned a JL Sahara for 3 years. No real issues aside from the occasional Android Auto UConnect glitch. Now I have a JT Rubicon. Love it.

[@cjlanghorn79]

I disagree with the comments on the ride quality. I don't own a gladiator but have test-driven two, one with 35" tires and one with standard tires. On both, the ride was amazingly tight, smooth, and very comfortable on surface streets. Similar to my 2013 Navigator with 4wd.

[@RobustArid379]

This is what I needed to know why I shouldn't buy Jeep Glad. I have been driving luxury cars and was not sure if I wanted to buy them only because they look handsome.

[@BrandonPrentice]

To challenge myself on this click-bait title, I'm gonna guess the 3 reasons before watching the video 1. Wheel base 2. Offroad features that make it worse On-road (suspension, interior luxury, noise, etc.), 3. Price EDIT: 1/3 right but my #2 basically covers all 3

[@BustMonk]

Hahaha nice work! Close... But everyone has different reasons I guess... Fun to share and hear others!

[@crabblike]

I’ve had Toyotas since 1998 and the IFS and their constant trying to make them more like a car pisses me off. I buy trucks because I want it to be a truck. I drive a tractor trailer for a living so I don’t care about noise or comfort. My main concern is I like that Toyotas don’t break so I’m really torn about getting a Jeep because I want the Rubicon driveline. You see my conundrum? Haha

[@exexpat11]

As a kid I had a friend with a CJ. That was semi brutal. Years later I bought a TJ 2002 new. It rode as good as any truck. It was a little bouncy but it was a soft bounce. I had half doors and went through a sand storm with the uppers off. I raised mine and put on tires with tread. The tire roar was kind of a pain. NO AC! I ordered Mitsch seat extenders so I could stretch out my legs with an extra 3 inches. If anyone thinks this much newer Jeep Wrangler is rough or does not have room or loud or hot or whatever... MAN UP! Can't rock a Jeep buy a Prius or Civic and make sure it is in a Soy color. LOL!

[@BustMonk]

Hahaha ok... I use this jeep, know this jeep, push this jeep through things I wouldn't when driving other vehicles so I appreciate the fact that it's a Jeep... I'm just saying, it could be better. It's good, not amazing... But good. And in a class of its own.

[@exexpat11]

@@BustMonk I am just talking to those that buy a Jeep and think it will be good for a soccer mom or dad. It is an Adult Go Cart or Street Legal Sand Buggy and not really a car or truck. It is much better than what came before it.

[@qm2092]

Their clutch pressure plates are over heating. 33000 wranglers and gladiators recalled. We already know Chrysler doesn’t know how to make an automatic transmission but how the hell do you mess up a manual transmission?

[@papatriot9882]

After years of owning a TJ and JKU’s the JT is by far my favorite. Funny because compared to my previous Jeeps (TJ and JKs) it does feel like a luxury car (at least in my Overland)

[@BustMonk]

100%! i couldn't agree more.... for someone who knows Jeeps and has had Jeeps, this is absolutely a huge step up and feels like a luxury car... but for those coming from a luxury car, they may be a little mistaken. haha. Thanks for the comment! Rock On!

[@tc1uscg65]

After I put a OME 3 inch lift on my KK and 32 BFG KO's, mine sure doesn't ride like it use to with the super HD shocks and springs. Even with the 80+ lbs of slider/rockrails, skids, customer front steel bumper from At The Helm and a few extras, it sure doesn't ride like it did when I bought NEW in 09. 11 years old and it never has left me stranded. Did I mention the winch? ;-)

[@cbailey2486]

I am on the fence about getting a GMC sierra for the jeep gladiator and I’m glad I watched your video thank you for the advice and information

[@WESTYWALKR]

Thanks for the brevity and honesty!

[@nosliwttam77]

Sell it before the warranty expires or pay the piper. Fiat and quality don't go together.

[@blackjackshellac3886]

Yawn

[@tc1uscg65]

In my experience, my 10 year old Honda cost me more to operate and fix then my 10 year old Plymouth Voyager. But hey, who cares as long as it serves it's purpose. Minvan/Jeep/VW Atlas owner. (3rd Jeep, 4th VW, 4th minivan (3 Chryslers, 1 Toyota). Just depends on if the vehicle meets your expectations. That's all that matters at the end of the day. And I learned my lesson in 2009. Don't listen to Consumer Reports.

[@nosliwttam77]

@@tc1uscg65 Plymouth Voyager was made before the merger with fiat. Best of luck to you if you have one of these.

[@exexpat11]

That is just when all the bugs are worked out and you should keep it at that point. Below. The LJ is just an extension of the previous model. Same engine. Newer transmission. If it goes down hard in the first few years under warranty and it gets fixed right then it is a keeper.

[@davidbrashears9205]

Very well spoken. I love my gladiator, and your right it's not sports car. The 285 horses are not bad for a 4x4.

[@JoMonki]

I personally use 3 Diono car seats for my kids 8 5 and 2. Leg room is not too much of an issue for us. Just wanted to share my personal experience.

[@TCinSoCal]

FWIW.. I sold a GX 460 because my boys in car seats were tight with feet forward.

[@dank3823]

I owned a 21 gladiator. First time in 4wd the "Service 4wd" idiot light came on. Dealer did not repair. Then a rattle noise started. Second trip, dealer did not repair the noise or the first problem. Buyer beware. Jeep and dealers have issues. Serious serious issues.

[@BustMonk]

Ugh... that's not cool. I didn't have any trouble like that but I do feel like a lot of dealers don't like to do work to help you find out the issue... they like easy money.

[@rracer7031]

Incredibly helpful video. Excellent job. Thank you

[@soutchaysiharath1755]

Just got one !! Love it !!

[@krasnaludek298]

True; I see a lot of Wranglers traded-in after only 5K miles. Some people buy them thinking they look cool or having visions of weekend excursions off pavement & that never transpires. These things drive & ride like crap; get horrid gas mileage & are slow as heck. Having said that, I like my Jeep JL & knew exavtly what I was getting into, as this is my 5th Jeep.

[@stealthtiburon]

yup still getting ong. i love it

[@SimplyCarReviews]

Love your Rubicon. I have a 2017 Rubicon Recon edition, TRD PRO Tacoma and TRD OFFROAD 4X4 6 speed manual Tacoma (pro is a manual as well). Only thing I do not agree with is that it will leave the Tacoma in the dust. Desert running the Pro is great 👍 the Rubicon... not so much. Rock crawling is great with all of them. Does the Rubicon do it better? Yes but not so much as to state it leave it in the dust. The manual Tacoma (both the pro and offroad) have 4.30 rear end, locking differential in the rear and Atrac system which limits slip and redistributes power... its not a locker but it works really well. I enjoy wheeling all of them. But, I prefer the OFFROAD as it was the most affordable of the 3... by at least $12,000 so some trail damage won't hurt as much 😅

[@jeffreyk8888]

Besides high speed off-road the gladiator will absolutely leave Tacomas in the dust. If you think they’re comparable you haven’t taken the Tacoma through hard enough trails

[@Kichizo_DJ]

Good points exactly what I’m looking for. Lol no stranger to loud I have a cattless 03 wrx on coilovers I will be a huge upgrade in space for me lol

[@eddiebatter]

What also about reliability? All the years Chrysler reliability has gone really down, especially under Fiat. However, I do love the Jeep. I just don’t like the reliability.

[@kafroony]

Thank you for your time. My kids are out of car seats I should be ok

[@johnreallime]

I bought my first jeep in January. It’s a gladiator Rubicon. I do love it and everything he says is true. Those things are definitely drawbacks.

[@BustMonk]

Thank you for the comment!

[@bmiller1325]

All you FCA haters out there Ive been driving rams and jeeps for the past 15 years no problems none 0 had some recalls but no breakdowns. Just traded my 2019 Tacoma for a 2020 Gladiator, was not a bad truck but veery uncomfortable to drive very far. Poor back up camera interior look like 1980's Toyota is reliable but need to move into the 21st century. as far as the 3.6 engine designed by Benz this is a world class engine and is sweet with the 8 speed auto.The two worse vehicle I ever owned was a Chevy blazer and a Lincoln town car there is good and bad in all makes and models. all modern vehicles are pretty damn reliable with proper maintenance

[@GreggBursey]

That’s one of the things that makes me super hesitant about the Gladiator - I have a young family so the extra space inside is really nice to have. I currently have a single cab truck, so this would still be a huge upgrade for me, but just not sure about the inside.

[@drewengles4477]

I have a 10 year and 7 year old and they fit just fine in my JLUR (same cabin to the JT.) I've have 6' adults in the back also and no complaints. It's one of my favorite vehicles I've ever owned

[@dr.x4050]

Great video! I don't mind suspension bumps, noise, and interior space, but surprised you didn't mention the steering as positive or negative- I just hear elsewhere it's similar to the Wrangler. As a point of reference, is the steering & suspension similar to an old truck with front independent suspension? I did drive an old Wrangler (likely a YJ) and it felt just like driving a bus because I used to be a bus driver decades ago. Except the bus was huge and the old Jeep was tiny. My only concern is long road trips.

[@augustoduminuco4683]

It's great weekend vehicle or second truck.

[@NachoAE360]

I’m coming from a 2000 wrangler so I’m not too worried about it lol! But many people don’t expect a Jeep to be a Jeep, totally true

[@brucesimpson4277]

I can’t help but notice the FJ Cruiser across the street

[@degraham9198]

This is a utility vehicle that crosses into everyday life. I would expect it to be not-cozy. It has electronic windows, automatic transmission, and a/c, so I wouldn't gripe.

[@Jackal_Blitz]

Are those the Willy's wheels on there? I love how those look!

[@fabianmolina7784]

Says not a lexus like they are not some of the most capable offroad vehicles . . . Lexus GX460=Toyota Prado. . . Lexus GX470=Toyota Landcruiser.

[@bobquattrini1787]

Too Heavy with Weak Ass Suspension.... CV boots,No Flex...WEAK!!!

[@theldaniel170]

Toyota fanboy ALERT!

[@fabianmolina7784]

Facts are facts. Fanboy or not. I'll stick with a Toyota all day. At least I know I'll make it home after my trips

[@theldaniel170]

@@fabianmolina7784 And the facts are that Toyota is nothing more than a facade since the beginning of the 21st century.

[@tc1uscg65]

@@fabianmolina7784 Not so fast there cowboy. I've had 3 Toy's in my life. 77, 81 celica. One good, one POS. 2001 Toyota Sienna. OMG, JUNK. If you were riding with me in the 81 or the minivan, you and I would be stuck on the side of the road or not able to leave the driveway. But hey, I had a similar issue with a 90 Honda Accord Ex. I don't mind saying, my 93 Plymouth Voyager's repair record was 1/3 the size of the Honda's, never left me stranded like the Honda and never had the rear bumper just fall off in the drive way like the Honda. I'm not a Toyota or Honda fan. But I am on my 4th VW (2019 Atlas SEL Pri) I'm good.

[@drfix2020]

Wonder how the clutch will hold up?

[@rjguess]

Great video. I have a Gladiator and I love it! I’ve had 2 issues though that I do not like. The back window seal is leaking and my driver side blind spot sensor is stuck on and won’t shut off.

[@ButtScootBJJ]

Take it to the dealership.

[@bob707builder8]

Only reason I did not buy a Gladiator is that all the automatics are optioned out 10 to 15 thousand. That is silly. I can see a BMW or Mercedes optioned out that much but come one.

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Love Jeeps , especially the TrackHawk 👍🏼

[@sspence65]

My diesel JT is the best vehicle I've ever owned. My grandkids agree.

[@giantsfan1056]

#4 Don’t complain about cracked windshields.

[@hongmei6155]

Really help me ,thank you

[@BustMonk]

Happy to help

[@Kimillions]

Thanks for the video, very good points. I will add that the price won't always match the interior...none of those fancy smancy goodies here. lol

[@lanardfletcher1422]

True. That infotainment center is a bit underwhelming for $60K. haha

[@wheezin_mtnbkr3576]

I will save everyone 5 minutes and 34 seconds - here are the three real reasons: 1. Wheel base the length of a bus, pickup or van = not great off-road compared to a two door Wrangler. Not even close. 2. The only manual transmissions that have pressure plates falling apart, with a giant recall. Who has heard of an unreliable manual transmission? 3. Four foot bed. Not only is it much less capable off-road than it's shorter brother, but the bed size is useless. It is a try to please everyone suburban street drivers vehicle, and that is the target customer this this is trying to be sold to. Jack of all trades, but master of none. Of course it is not a luxury SUV, and the fact that it is being compared to one says it all about the target buyer.

[@charliedee9276]

Not to mention the fragile frame.

[@mcwendel8066]

I do t get why people compare it to other jeeps for off-road capability? It’s a truck, compare it to Tacoma or zr2. It’s a 5’ bed also

[@Bubbles99718]

@@mcwendel8066 Yep, lots of dipshits out there. My biggest peeve on Jeep reviews is they don't give nearly enough weight to the fact that the doors and roof come off. It's either mentioned quickly off handedly or not mentioned at all. Unbelievable. That effects the engineering and therefore ALL of the vehicles dynamics. Argh

[@Diogenes76]

It has a 5 foot bed, like a similar Tacoma. Most of the mid size trucks with a full cab have a 5' bed.

[@kennethshook2564]

Even worse it’s a Chrysler at the end of the day’

[@superg8018]

LOL

[@bobquattrini1787]

My 1999 Jeep Cherokee Xj has almost 400,000 Mile's and is just like New....... Maybe Best vehicle Ever??? Outlast Everything

[@sprocket374]

My JK has 140k, zero issues.

[@Chevy4x4dawg]

Chrysler.,...... Um so so, but now it's Fiat. Well now that's even Worse!!!!!!

[@tc1uscg65]

@Armando Dominguez Did you buy it new? The later part of 08 and early 09 came with a lifetime warranty on Eng/Trans/DriveTrain. That's why when I got my 09 KK, I said I'll never get rid of it. 11 years old and still not once left me stranded and other then normal wear and tear replacements (surp belt for example), it's been a pretty rock solid rig

[@jtarman70]

These are not FULL SIZE pickup trucks either! They DO NOT have the same towing capacity as a half ton GMC/CHEVY , Ford, RAM

[@flamingorock]

Great video. Thank you. I was real hyped about this truck and I knew more or less what it was all about but man that leg space. I'm 6ft 2 and got a big 4 year old so... Not gonna work. Thanks again.

[@ronmizerak9516]

I'm 6 ft 1 in and have a 4-year-old and a 6 year old. No issues but I'm in a Wrangler not a gladiator. The Wrangler has about three to four inches more rear room, which in the Gladiator they gave to the truck bed instead.

[@TristanTris321GoT]

More power and make the damn thing quieter on the highway. For 61K, come on!

[@BustMonk]

Yes! why no turbo yet? that v6 is a dawg...

[@DarkKnightRedHood]

Thank you for this video. I have been really considering a gladiator. This video just changed my mind. I have 3 kids 3,5 and 16. No way I could ride hours, like I would like with my chair pushed up and lacking leg room. My teen would probably hate me. Instead of making this my primary vehicle I'll grabbed one used as my second vehicle in a year or two. Thanks for putting the family spin on it. Plus I had a 2010 mustang (one of the last solid rear suspension mustangs). That thing was a nightmare to drive on the highway at high speeds. My next car was a BMW M 550d and now a 750Li. I hated the idea that if I hit a pebble at 70-80 I could wipe out my entire family.

[@BustMonk]

I think it's the right decision and I'm glad it helped! The rear seats don't have the ability to lay back at all like on the JL so that also makes the back seat less comfortable... Take care!

[@greygoose4x46]

I’m a Jeep guy ... the one thing I hate about the gladiator is the rear doors !!! There is no tire there why wouldn’t they have uniform doors ...

[@tonymontgomery5827]

I understand it's to allow wrangler rear doors to mount.

[@jacobzeigler435]

it wouldve been harder for manufacturing and also if something happens to it you can easily replace it with the same door as the wrangler.

[@greygoose4x46]

Jacob Zeigler for the price of them ... I think they could have manufactured a door that fits the body ...

[@stussels]

i agree 100%. i also think the rear axle looks too far forward with too much rear overhang and i dont like how the fender flare cuts into the cab. i think its an awkward looking vehicle.

[@armandcouture4655]

I agree that is aesthetically unappealing to me!! Plus a full door same sized as front doors would make it easier getting in and out for back seat passengers. Would look a lot better as well!! Ok easier to find a door to replace it with if damaged, but cheaper to manufacture too I am sure.

[@ThePery123]

How does it feel going over potholes?

[@gvsukids]

jt rubicon also drives differently than the sport s

[@Bubbles99718]

Way too many reviewers are unaware of this.

[@gladiation6615]

If you think it drives bad then you may want to go change out your steering box, my 2020 had that aluminum steering box that would flex causing the vehicle to wonder and have very loose steering. My 2021 Gladiator has the steel steering box and man it is so much better and much safer too!

[@richardobenshine301]

Great video as a owner of a Tacoma I miss the every day driver of my old Ridgeline that had before the taco. Alot of people don't think about long term. Enjoy the trails

[@anthonygiordano3991]

Yes but.. isn’t your Tacoma better for long term? Isn’t it more comfortable?

[@lenninmonroy570]

Get a Sport S for 35k front and rear coilovers plus steering stabilizer around 41k still leaves 10k for lockers re gear control arms feel bad for everyone buying rubicons

[@lenninmonroy570]

Could even get a sport S and rzr for the price of a rubicon

[@nguont]

To save you 5mins.25secs . Like Jeep, Buy. Don’t like Jeep, don’t buy. You’re welcome

[@HipRapBlack7]

Video is a waste of time

[@kiddynamite7187]

Good enough for me skipping the video no lol

[@mattvalade2609]

I’ve owned a 2004 TJ 2015 JKU and now a 2020 JT When you buy a Jeep you have to want a Jeep I’ve talked more people out of buying a Jeep than convincing people to buy one My brother and sister both own jeeps so there’s no hate But Rent or borrow one before purchasing So you don’t regret owning one Oh and soccer moms who buy rubicons Buy a Sahara Save the money on the off-road bits

[@PugLifeRocks]

Sounds like you regret buying it in comparison to your Yukon.

[@jackbauer9077]

Seeet looking truck! Love the color

[@MountainScrambler71]

Well done

[@indridcold8433]

Should we buy a gladiator? 2020 Gladiator - £60.000. Nope, I will not be buying one, especially with the auto engine stop and start design flaw. That design flaw will shorten engine life just to save a spoonful of fuel per tank.

[@jacobzeigler435]

you can easily turn it off but i do agree its too expensive

[@cesarbrunocarvalho8170]

Hello,I would love to get one,but it´s so much expensive in my country(Brazil).

[@Grodd70]

I LOVE my Rubicon JT Gladiator ...... I have had Jeeps in the past and this model still drives like a "truck" but is light years ahead of the old CJ and later YJ, and TJ. The fourth reason not to buy one is they make 5 billion things for them. Adult Lego's :) and you spend money LOL Great review.

[@guitarwilly81]

Is the Rock-Trac transfer case option a must have?

[@terrelwhite307]

If you don’t mind sharing...what are the payments looking like roughly

[@BustMonk]

I mean that depends a lot on many factors... Are you trading in something? What's that worth? What is your credit like and what interest rate can u get? How many years do you want to finance it for? Depending on those factors, it could be anywhere from $500 to $1300 per month, or more or less haha. If you didn't trade a car in and out down a couple thousand dollars then financed it for 72 months, prob 850-1000 per month depending on the model and features... Use the Google car loan calculator, it will help a lot

[@chuckwalla2967]

Isn't this truck too long for serious off roading?

[@armandcouture4655]

I love the Gladiator and JLU, but are they really “all American” with Fiat involved now?!

[@jtarman70]

NOPE!

[@navyryder]

Nice neighborhood, where is that at? Looks like California or it could be Florida too?

[@tommynhinho]

Buy it only when u live in the desert mountain and your only way to the city is those canyon right?

[@أسفار]

nice review