Jeep Gladiator Rubicon vs. Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
When we compare the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon's and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon's and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon vs. Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Pricing
A used 2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon ranges from $49,965 to $84,773 while a used 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is priced between $49,084 to $59,999. For a new model, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon's price is between $52,285 and $68,081, with the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro priced between $51,222 and $61,382.
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon vs. Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon loses 23 percent of its value and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro loses 13.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro retains 9.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro base engine makes 278 horsepower. The Rubicon is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The TRD Pro is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize trucks, the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro are available in Crew Cab configuration. The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon offers a bed length of 60.3 inches, and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro offers bed lengths of 60.5 and 73.7 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$52,285 - $68,081
Used Asking Price:
$49,965 - $84,773
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
23%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$51,222 - $61,382
Used Asking Price:
$49,084 - $59,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
13.8%
Jeep Gladiator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Jeep Gladiator Rankings
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Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew 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
Other Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels
Freedom, High Altitude, Mojave, Overland, Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys, Willys Sport
Other Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited, SR, SR V6, SR5, SR5 V6, Trail Special Edition, TRD Off-Road, 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1200 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
278 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6400 lbs
Max Payload:
1135 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
359 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
100.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5050 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
76.1 inches
Length:
218 inches
Wheelbase:
137.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
11.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4465 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
71.6 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 aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
LT285/70R17C
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R16
