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Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers ask most about the 2026 Gladiator, from pricing and towing to trims, tech, and recalls, answered by the team at Covert CDJR Bee Cave.
Here are the most common questions about the 2026 Jeep Gladiator, answered by the team at Covert CDJR Bee Cave. For a full model overview, see the Gladiator overview; for a trim-by-trim breakdown, see all trims compared.
Pricing and Availability
The 2026 Gladiator starts at $39,820 for the base Sport and runs to $61,210 for the top Mojave X, all before the $1,995 destination charge. The volume-selling Sport S is $43,015. Prices climb with off-road hardware and comfort content as you move up the lineup.
The Mojave X tops the lineup at $61,210, with the Rubicon X just under it at $60,515, both before destination. These are the fully-loaded versions of the desert and rock-crawl platforms, bundling comfort, tech, and safety content into one build.
Yes. The 2026 Gladiator is in production and available to shop at Covert CDJR Bee Cave. If the trim or configuration you want is not on the lot, we can locate or factory-order it, and complimentary Texas shipping brings it to you around Elgin, Lago Vista, Jonestown, and beyond.
Engines and Performance
Every 2026 Gladiator uses a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 making 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic and standard four-wheel drive. It is the only powertrain in the lineup.
No. The 2026 Gladiator offers only the 3.6-liter gas V6. The EcoDiesel is no longer available, and there is no V8 option, so a single powertrain covers the whole lineup from Sport to Mojave X.
No. The six-speed manual was discontinued, and every 2026 Gladiator now comes with the 8-speed automatic. If a manual Gladiator matters to you, it would have to be an earlier used model year.
Up to 7,700 pounds on a Sport or Sport S properly equipped with the Max Tow Package, the highest gas towing in the midsize class. A base Sport with the standard hitch tows 4,500 pounds, and Rubicon and Mojave trims land in between. Whether you are towing a boat to Canyon Lake or a trailer up Highway 71, confirm the door-jamb sticker on your specific truck.
The EPA rates it at 17 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined on regular unleaded, with a 22.0-gallon tank. Big off-road tires on the upper trims trim those numbers slightly.
Features and Technology
Yes. Every 2026 Gladiator has removable doors, a fold-down windshield, and a removable top, and this year an updated hinge system makes the doors quicker to remove. It remains the only convertible pickup sold in the United States.
No. The Gladiator is gas-only for 2026 with the 3.6-liter V6. Jeep discontinued its 4xe plug-in hybrid models across the lineup for 2026, and a plug-in Gladiator was reported but never produced, so there is no hybrid or electric version to order.
Every trim includes a 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, the largest standard display in the class, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite radio, and an eight-speaker stereo. An Alpine premium audio system is available, and a 7-inch digital gauge cluster appears on the Willys and up.
Trim Differences
The Rubicon is the rock-crawling pick, with a 4:1 Rock-Trac case, front and rear lockers, and a sway-bar disconnect. The Mojave is Desert Rated for high-speed dirt with Fox shocks. For off-road capability on a budget, the Willys is the value choice. Full detail is on the trims page.
The Willys at $45,750. It is the least expensive 2026 Gladiator with a factory electronic-locking rear differential, plus mud-terrain tires and rock rails, which makes it a real off-road trim rather than an appearance package, ideal for the trails around Bertram and Blanco.
Service and Ownership
The 2026 Gladiator has no open recalls as of publication. A June 2026 recall covers 2021 through 2025 Gladiator and Wrangler models for a power-steering pump wiring fire risk, with a free dealer repair, but it does not apply to the 2026 model year. Check any used truck’s VIN on the federal recall lookup before buying.
Coverage is 3 years or 36,000 miles basic, 5 years or 60,000 miles powertrain, 5 years or 60,000 miles roadside assistance, and 5 years with unlimited miles against corrosion. For service intervals and cost-to-own, see the maintenance schedule.
Buying at Covert
Browse current inventory online, then contact Covert CDJR Bee Cave to schedule a test drive. If the exact build you want is not in stock, we can factory-order it and ship it to you across Texas. We are at 16501 Sweetwater Vlg Dr, Building 3, Austin, TX 78738, or call (512) 900-6192.
Yes. You can apply for financing online and get pre-approved before you visit, then estimate a monthly payment with the payment calculator. Our finance team works with a range of lenders to fit different credit situations.
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