Jeep Gladiator News

Hybrid ute axed! 2026 BYD Shark 6, Ford Ranger PHEV rivalling Jeep Gladiator 4xe plug-in hybrid gone before it even happened
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By Laura Berry · 23 Sep 2025
Jeep has cancelled the plug-in hybrid version of its Gladiator off-road pick-up truck before it even went on sale.

Australia's cheapest new electric SUV is now offered by this unlikely car brand: Up to $20,000 slashed off Jeep Avenger EV, Gladiator ute and Grand Cherokee family car prices
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By Samuel Irvine · 08 May 2025
Jeep now holds the title of Australia's cheapest new electric SUV after announcing discounts of up to $20,000 in some states on its Avenger, Gladiator and Grand Cherokee ranges as part of its end-of-financial-year offers.Despite offering the lowest comparative savings of the three models, the European-built Avenger Longitude is now just $40,000 drive-away, meaning it undercuts budget Chinese rivals such as the new MG S5 ($40,490 drive-away) and the BYD Atto 3 ($39,990 before on-road costs). The previous-generation MG ZS EV (the S5's predecessor) is still technically the cheapest electric SUV in the country outright at $36,888 drive-away, as MG tries to offload remaining MY23 stock. For comparison, the Jeep Avenger only launched in Australia in December of last year. Typically, the Avenger Longitude was priced at $49,990 before on-roads, or approximately $55,344 drive-away in NSW – Australia's most populous state. With the inclusion of premium paint, which is valued at $990, savings now top $16,239 in NSW.The Jeep Avenger is powered by a single electric motor mounted to the front axle that outputs 115kW/260Nm. A 54kWh battery provides 396km of driving range under the WLTP cycle.As standard, the Avenger has a 10.25-inch multimedia display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED lighting, 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, a six-speaker audio system and Jeep’s advanced driver assist safety systems.The biggest savings are examples of the Gladiator Rubicon ute, the top-spec variant, which typically starts at $87,250 before on-road costs or $95,388 drive-away in NSW.Interested buyers can now snag one for $76,000 drive-away across the country, which includes a steel bar and premium paint, the latter of which is valued at $895. That takes total savings to $20,238.The Gladiator Rubicon is powered by a 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 petrol engine that sends 209kW/347Nm to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission.It carries a full-time Rock-Trac 4x4 system with a 4:1 transfer case, front and rear locking differentials, sway-bar disconnect and heavy-duty shock absorbers.Additionally, it carries an 8.4-inch multimedia display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, LED lighting and advanced safety features.Five-seat examples of the Grand Cherokee Limited, which will soon be discontinued for Australia, are being offered at $62,000 drive-away, down from its previous asking price of $72,950 before on-road costs, or $79,454 drive-away in NSW.Once again, premium paint (valued at $1490) is included, taking total savings up to $18,944 once it’s factored in.The Grand Cherokee Limited carries the same 3.6-litre V6 engine as the Gladiator Rubicon, which delivers 210kW/344Nm to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission.It carries a 10.1-inch multimedia display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a nine-speaker Alpine audio system, heated and ventilated front seats, leather upholstery, LED lighting, a power tailgate and a comprehensive list of advanced safety features.The significant discounts across the Jeep line-up come as the brand struggles on the sales charts.Jeep has offloaded just 711 cars to date this April, a decline of 24.4 per cent on this time last year’s figures.

Don't like touchscreens and digital displays? These are the last cars left with analogue dials and physical buttons including the Suzuki Vitara, Subaru Outback and more
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By Laura Berry · 30 Mar 2025
Big screens and displays in cars can make interiors look modern and minimalist but what happens if they fail?
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An electric ute with up to 800km of range? Jeep and Ram unlock 1.2 tonne payload and over six-tonne towing capacity to battle future electric versions of the Toyota Tundra, Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado and Toyota LandCruiser
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By Tom White · 20 Nov 2024
Stellantis officially reveals its STLA Frame platform which will underpin its next-generation RAM 1500, but will it be enough to keep the brand in the fight against Ford and GM?

Massive $25,000 price cut for 4x4 ute! Jeep Gladiator prices slashed before facelifted version of alternative Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Mitsubishi Triton rival arrives
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By John Law · 19 Jul 2024
Jeep has announced a massive price cut as part of a drive-away campaign for MY23 Gladiator 4x4 ute stock ahead of the impending facelift.From $78,250 before on-road costs – about $86K drive-away depending on state – the base Night Eagle variant falls to $64,000 out the door.The flagship $87,250 Gladiator Rubicon (roughly $95,000 on the road) is being pushed out of dealers for $25K less, at $70,000.Jeep will replace the niche Gladiator later this year with a facelifted version that gets a new-look grille, side-curtain airbags a larger 12.3-inch Uconnect multimedia touchscreen (up from 8.4 inches), soft-touch cabin surfaces, and new alloy wheel designs.Pricing is yet to be announced for the new version but mechanically it is identical to the existing model.Both the Night Eagle and Rubicon are motivated by a 209kW/347Nm 3.6-litre 'Pentastar' V6 linked to an eight-speed automatic transmission with an active on-demand 4x4 system powering all four wheels.The Night Eagle has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, LED exterior lighting, keyless entry, a nine-speaker Alpine sound system and more.The off-road focused Rubicon, meanwhile, adds a tough steel rear bumper, 17-inch alloy wheels shod in 32-inch (255/75 R21) off-road tyres, thicker Tenneco dampers, a low-range 'crawl gear', front and rear differential locks and an electronic front swaybar disconnect system.Luxury also increases in the Rubicon with leather upholstery, leather-appointed steering wheel and shifter, heated front seats and steering wheel.The lifestyle ute, which can be considered a niche alternative to up-market versions of the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Mitubishi Triton, has been subject to multiple price increases as Jeep repositions itself as a premium brand in Australia.The Night Eagle was introduced in 2021 at $68,250 and has climbed $10,000 to today's list price with no major upgrades.Gladiator sales are down by a significant 63.8 per cent this year with just 467 registrations to the end of June.Jeep Gladiator run-out pricing

Are you not entertained? 2024 Jeep Gladiator ute confirmed for Australia with new look and upgraded tech
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By Tung Nguyen · 14 Sep 2023
Despite being discontinued in Europe, Jeep Australia has committed to its Ford Ranger-rivalling Gladiator ute with confirmation of the facelifted model arriving from the middle of next year.

Get shorty! Two-door Jeep Gladiator coming alongside new electrified Jeep SUV
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By Chris Thompson · 14 Mar 2023
Jeep is bringing at least two new off-roaders to its Easter Jeep Safari event in April, with both having been teased ahead of the annual gathering.With thousands of Jeep faithful expected to flock to the city of Moab in Utah, USA at the beginning of April
Jeep's price creep continues! Prices for models in the Jeep range up by thousands, Cherokee gone
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By Chris Thompson · 02 Nov 2022
Jeep Australia has increased prices again for about half of its model range, with some variants increasing in price by almost $5000, while the iconic Cherokee is just about dead in Australia.The model copping the biggest price jump, for the third time thi

2022 Jeep Gladiator accessories confirmed! Soft and roll-top tonneau covers arrive for American Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux rival
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By Tim Nicholson · 27 Jun 2022
Jeep has added a pair of ute tub covering accessories for its Gladiator pick-up.The locally developed accessories are available to order now from Jeep dealers by Gladiator customers.The additions to the accessories list include a new soft tonneau cover an

Electric off-road extravaganza! Jeep's electric future on display with Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid off-roader and ballistic Wrangler EV concepts
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By Tim Nicholson · 11 Apr 2022
Jeep has teased future EV technology with the annual roll out of concepts for this year's Moab Easter Jeep Safari that includes an electric Wrangler with a 2.0-second 0-100km/h time, and an off-road capable plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee.This year Jeep is