2022 Jeep Gladiator vs. 2022 Toyota Tacoma
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Jeep Gladiator and 2022 Toyota Tacoma contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2022 Jeep Gladiator and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma.
In comparing the 2022 Jeep Gladiator's and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2022 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Jeep Gladiator's and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the 2022 Jeep Gladiator.
Pricing: A used 2022 Jeep Gladiator ranges from $32,999 to $53,255 while a used 2022 Toyota Tacoma is priced between $27,695 to $44,897. For a new model, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator's price is between $41,494 and $65,318, with the 2022 Toyota Tacoma priced between $26,448 and $43,272.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator loses 29.7 percent of its value and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma loses 22.4 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Toyota Tacoma retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Jeep Gladiator.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 159 horsepower. The Gladiator is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles.This gives the 2022 Toyota Tacoma the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Jeep Gladiator the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize trucks, the 2022 Jeep Gladiator has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2022 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The 2022 Jeep Gladiator is available in a Crew Cab configuration, and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The 2022 Jeep Gladiator offers a bed length of 60.3 inches, and the 2022 Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.5 and 73.7 inches.
Safety Ratings: The 2022 Toyota Tacoma has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$41,494 - $65,318
Starting MSRP:
$37,170
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$29,976
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,900 - $38,140
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$26,448 - $43,272
Starting MSRP:
$27,150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$29,976
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,900 - $38,140
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$41,634
Price Range:
$32,999 - $53,255
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$35,815
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$31,053 - $41,634
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
831
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
28,621
# Good or Great Deals:
285
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$36,355
Price Range:
$27,695 - $44,897
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$35,815
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$31,053 - $41,634
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2,430
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
35,200
# Good or Great Deals:
703
Jeep Gladiator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Jeep Gladiator
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
11.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.2 - 12.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Toyota Tacoma
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
12.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
11.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.2 - 12.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
79.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
5.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 12.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
5.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 12.6
Jeep Gladiator Rankings
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7 out of / 7Summary Review
The Jeep Gladiator entered the midsize truck market in 2020 after many decades in retirement. Under its recent owners, FCA America and now Stellantis, Jeep has thrived; and its new models are hits. The new Gladiator is no exception.
Summary Review
Toyota’s Tacoma has been the sales leader in the midsize segment for decades. While other brands quit this market, Toyota continued to polish the gem that is the Tacoma pickup.
Pros and Cons
- Rubicon trim tops the off-road segment
- Diesel option
- Best-in-class tow rating
- Jeep wave from fellow owners
- Included maintenance for three years
- Polarizing styling
- Pricey
Pros and Cons
- Wide range of trim levels and styles from affordable barebones to serious off-road
- Best in class retained value
- Strong track record of overall reliability
- Composite bed eliminates corrosion concerns
- Beware the recent few used years with transmission issues with some recent models
- Interior oddities like a low, flat seat
- Not as refined as most competitors, overdue for a full update
- Towing capability less than segment best
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
60.5 inches, 73.7 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2022 Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels
Altitude, High Altitude, Mojave, Overland, Rubicon, Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys, Willys Sport
2022 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited, SR, SR V6, SR5, SR5 V6, TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, TRD Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4000 lbs
Max Payload:
1700 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
159 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1685 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
422 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Available
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
42.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
103.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
24.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
85.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4650 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
75 inches
Length:
218 inches
Wheelbase:
137.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
10 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3915 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
70.6 inches
Length:
212.3 inches
Wheelbase:
127.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/75R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat
Brown
Gobi Clear Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Sting-Gray Clear Coat
Green
Sarge Green Clear Coat
Red
Firecracker Red Clear Coat / Snazzberry Pearl Coat
Silver
Silver Zynith Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
White
Interior Colors
Beige
Black/Heritage Tan
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Gray
Cement Gray
