Jeep Gladiator vs. Dodge Ram 1500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Gladiator and Dodge Ram 1500 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 Jeep Gladiator and the Dodge Ram 1500.
When comparing the Jeep Gladiator's and the Dodge Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Gladiator has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Gladiator's and the Dodge Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Gladiator is a better car than the Dodge Ram 1500.
Pricing: A used 2024 Jeep Gladiator ranges from $42,736 to $72,053 while a used 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 is priced between $7,494 to $18,007.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Gladiator’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Dodge Ram 1500 base engine makes 215 horsepower. The Gladiator is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Ram 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles.This gives the Jeep Gladiator the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Ram 1500 the advantage in maximum range. The Gladiator uses regular unleaded, and the Ram 1500 uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Gladiator has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Jeep Gladiator is available in a Crew Cab configuration, and the Dodge Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Jeep Gladiator offers a bed length of 60.3 inches, and the Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4, 76.3, 98.3 inches.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$44,478 - $68,887
Starting MSRP:
$37,895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$33,975
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$29,500 - $39,750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,610
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$24,159
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$20,610 - $35,725
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$57,389
Price Range:
$42,736 - $72,053
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$47,535
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$40,919 - $57,389
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
509
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
5,331
# Good or Great Deals:
122
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,566
Price Range:
$7,494 - $18,007
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$13,139
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$12,360 - $16,086
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
116
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
155,966
# Good or Great Deals:
22
Jeep Gladiator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Gladiator
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
13.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
12.2 - 14.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Ram 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.5 - 15.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.9 - 12.5
Jeep Gladiator Rankings
Ranking
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6 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 7Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.4 inches, 76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels
Jeep Beach, Mojave, Mojave X, NightHawk, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys
Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie, R/T Sport, SLT, SLT Sport, ST, TRX Off Road, TRX4 Off Road
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
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:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1710 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3800 lbs
Max Payload:
1480 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 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
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
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:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
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:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
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:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
63.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4640 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
75 inches
Length:
218 inches
Wheelbase:
137.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
10 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4525 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
74.6 inches
Length:
209 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Anvil Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Sarge Green Clear Coat
Pink
Tuscadero Pearl Coat
Red
Firecracker Red Clear Coat
Silver
Silver Zynith Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Yellow
High Velocity Clear Coat
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Light Graystone Pearl Coat / Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Not available
Pink
Not available
Red
Flame Red Clear Coat / Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Yellow
Not available
Brown
Austin Tan Pearl Coat / Rugged Brown Pearl Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Slate/Medium Graystone
