Which Bold 2025 Jeep Gladiator Has What You Need?

As you’re looking at different trucks for sale near Charlotte, you will see many options that can easily blend together and look like more of the same. When you check out the Jeep Gladiator, however, it’s immediately clear that you’re looking at something distinct and innovative in a truck market where that’s seldom seen. The Gladiator is a powerful and sophisticated midsize truck built to take you far beyond where paved roads end, giving you the muscle and capabilities you need to go anywhere you want. However, choosing the right one can be tricky, considering the several excellent models and packages available. Let’s check out the 2025 Jeep Gladiator and see which one is right for you. 

Gladiator Sport: Starting Features and Options

The Sport trim is the starting point that gives us the Gladiator’s standard features, including a 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine that delivers 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Command-Trac part-time four-wheel drive (4x4) is standard for the Gladiator Sport, along with Dana 44 axles and skid plates to protect the underbody. Also standard are 17-inch wheels wrapped in Bridgestone H/T tires for great traction in all conditions.

Inside the Sport, you’ll find a 12.3-inch infotainment system with an eight-speaker sound system, plus a 3.5-inch monotone Driver Information Display. Push-button start, air conditioning, and cruise control are all standard, along with removable doors and a black Sunrider soft top that lets you open up the Gladiator like no other off-road truck. Jeep offers many options for the Sportl, including a three-piece modular hardtop, a spray-in bedliner, and more. You can also choose a Trailer Tow package or Max Tow package to enhance its towing from a maximum of 4,500 lbs to either 6,000 lbs or 7,700 lbs (based on package).

Gladiator Sport S: Plenty of Upgrades

Moving from the Sport to Sport S gives you various upgraded features, but the biggest benefit is the huge number of available options. The Sport S has a premium wrapped steering wheel and enhanced safety technology. This includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop to improve your daily drive around Charlotte, Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning Plus for enhanced alerts, automatic headlamps, and remote keyless entry. Available options for the Sport S include many of the same ones as the standard model, such as a modular hardtop, spray-in bedliner, and a Sunrider Flip Top. You can also choose the Trailer Tow group or Max Tow group if you want enhanced towing capabilities.

Several additional options are available for the Sport S model, such as a Selec-Trac active on-demand full-time 4x4 system, a Trac-Lok limited-slip differential, and tubular side steps that make getting in and out of the Gladiator easier. The Technology Group adds navigation, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and an Alpine sound system, while the Convenience Group brings dual-zone automatic temperature control, a seven-inch color driver display, and more. You can add more safety features like Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Path Detection, and 12-way power front seating with McKinley leather-trimmed seats for added luxury and style.

Gladiator Willys: A Bold Step Up from the Ordinary

The Willys gives you more standard features to enjoy while driving around Charlotte and out on the trail, along with many available options. It adds Gloss Black exterior features, including the front grille, fog lamp bezels, and front bumper details. The Willys comes with OWL On/Off-Road tires that provide excellent traction in all kinds of conditions, keeping you in control even during rough weather and while hitting the trail. This model features a special Willys suspension and Off-Road Plus mode for enhanced performance on the trail, as well as heavy-duty front and rear shocks for a more comfortable ride.

Available options for the Willys trim include the Selec-Trac 4x4 system, Modular Hardtop or Sunrider Flip Top, and 32-inch BFGoodrich tires for incredible control on the trail. The Technology Group and Convenience Group from the Sport S are also available on the Willys. Note that this model doesn’t have a Max Tow package available, but it comes with a standard Class IV hitch receiver for impressive towing capabilities.

Gladiator Mojave: Taking It to the Next Level

Next up is the Mojave trim, which includes high-clearance front fender flares, orange front and rear tow hooks, and an orange Desert Rated badge. This model has a wider track with heavy-duty Dana 44 axles, a one-inch front suspension lift, and a heavy-duty suspension with FOX internal bypass shocks. Premium cloth seating is standard inside, with ambient LED interior lighting and more. Available options for the Mojave include 33-inch Falken A/T tires for incredible off-road performance, front and rear steel bumpers, and much more. 

Gladiator Mojave X

If you’re looking for the ultimate version of the Mojave trim, check out the X Package to get the Mojave X model. This comes with body-color fender flares, a body-color hardtop, steel front and rear bumpers, and rock protection sill rails. You get black, leather-trimmed seating inside with 12-way power front seats, plus a leather-wrapped shift knob. The Mojave X includes numerous other packages, including the Technology Group with navigation and the Alpine sound system. With its Selec-Trac 4x4 system, the Mojave X is a beast ready to leave Charlotte behind and take you anywhere you want to go. 
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Gladiator Rubicon: Ultimate Capabilities and Options

Finally, we come to the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, which is the top trim and a perfect choice if you want the best this truck offers. Standard features for the Rubicon include front and rear tow hooks, a steel rear bumper, and heavy-duty four-wheel antilock disc brakes that are ready for some serious abuse. You get an exclusive Rock-Trac active on-demand 4x4 system for incredible performance in all kinds of conditions, plus a Tru-Lok front axle differential and a performance suspension with Red Tenneco front and rear shocks. Available options include 33-inch Falken M/T tires, a forward-facing off-road TrailCam system, and Trailer Brake Control to enhance your towing experience. 

The Gladiator Rubicon X

Much like the Mojave model, there’s an X Package for the Rubicon, creating the Rubicon X and an unbeatable version of the Jeep Gladiator. This model features body-color fender flares, a body-color hardtop, and a steel front bumper. You get black leather-trimmed seats with 12-way power front seats, plus several other packages like the Mojave X. The result is an incredible truck perfect for daily driving and hitting the trail on the weekend. 

The Perfect Truck for Charlotte and Beyond

As you can see, many options are available with the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, especially once you start looking at packages offered for the different trim levels. We suggest starting with a big picture approach and looking at the trims to see what they provide, since that can guide many of your decisions. Consider what you want your truck to do, including routine towing and the kinds of trails you’d like to be able to go out and tackle. Once you find the basics you’re looking for, check out the packages available to see what you can add. Remember that Jeep offers many more accessories to customize your truck even further. The folks at our Hendrick Automotive Group dealerships can help you explore all these options and ensure you get the Jeep Gladiator that’s perfect for you.