2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Eco-Diesel: Is This The Only Worthwhile Powertrain?

Today I drive and review a 2023 Jeep Gladiator Eco-Diesel!

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[jeremywillson]

25 mpg 442 foot pounds of torque is well worth it!

[Watchdog_UFOtestpilot]

Diesel benefits are numerous, especially for me. Torque is awesome, and since power is produced at lower rpm’s it means most will far outlast their gasoline counterparts. I bought my ‘22 for $6500 below MSRP, then it blew the recalled fuel pump. They had my truck for ~4 months before they fixed it, so Stellantis cut me a check for $13k under lemon law. For a JTR with the diesel and the heavy-duty transmission I’m completely satisfied to be in it for ~$20k less than retail. I love my LJ more, but this makes a perfectly good work truck that I can use to overland camp with my son as well.

[paulehofer]

Less than 1000 lbs payload is a problem

[hai_paul_]

ohhh come on Stallantis why don't you put the 6INLINE DOHC 2.9 from the others brands? is it that hard?

[joshmcdaniel]

Wish you would put the prices of the vehicles you where driving or reviewing.

[Johnny-qexf]

I purchased one with the 3.6 which is a very reliable motor. It can also tow more than the diesel.

[robertfuller]

I found a used 21 Gladiator Sport S with the ecodiesel. I'd chose it any day over the pentastar crap motor. The power available is amazing and the fuel milage more than compensates for the added fuel price. I can't believe Stellantis is so stupid as to discontinue the ecodiesel in everything else. This is the best motor availabe in my opinion.

[Drpepperkev]

I would get a eco Diesel Gladiator with a trail cam on the front

[efibendor]

Yes it’s the only one. You can tow 5500 lbs doing 23-25 mpg.

[okienightstalker]

Buying the diesel for 'fuel milage" is a joke when diesel cost $1.50 a gallon more than gasoline....lol

[Kenneth_R]

I absolutely LOVE this Gladiator. Its unfortunate that it just does not fit in my garage (and most garages) Its just too long, it really affects a LOT of sales.

[johnbehneman]

GREAT VIDEO BEN!!! I AGREE WITH YOU 100%!!!! GREAT FOR TOW AND GO. AND TOWN AND COUNTRY. THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[otisdriftwood]

That fiat diesel engine is going to fall apart like a Chinese bicycle.

[chrisniyubahwe]

Hope to own one someday in the future absolutely nice car 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[lorddoma]

Why are Jeeps so expensive? If it was 50k I would have bought one.

[mikefitzgerald]

Can you get a manual transmission with the diesel?

[cp_atving]

Been looking at Gladiators but trying to decide with I should go Eco Diesel or wait and see if they get a turbo V6 next year.

[clake]

When will the inline 6 turbo engine be available

[nathannielsen]

The "bad driver" looked lost, I'm trying to give folks a little benefit of the doubt here anyway.

[jasonrobertson]

This gives us all a bad name. Right on reds optional always enjoy the ride, relax.