Jeep Gladiator 2025 drops manual transmission and introduces updates with a price increase

2025 Jeep Gladiator ditches manual transmission and introduces updates with a price increase (Instagram / @jeep)

The 2025 Jeep Gladiator has undergone significant changes, including the elimination of the six-speed manual transmission that was standard in previous models.

Now, all Gladiators come with an eight-speed automatic transmission, with a starting price increase of $205, reaching $39,995. Additionally, models now include power windows and locks as standard, moving closer to modern comfort standards.

Despite the removal of the manual transmission, the 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 285 hp remains the only option across the lineup. Towing and payload capacities remain unchanged, allowing for a towing capacity of about 7,500 pounds, while payload capacity varies between 1,100 and 1,700 pounds, depending on the chosen version.

Jeep has also introduced two new color options for the 2025 Gladiator, featuring a vibrant blue and a military olive green, along with a new software feature that allows for pre-conditioning the cabin using the Jeep Connect app.

These updates aim to keep the Gladiator competitive in the market, with improvements in both comfort and technology.

Source: Car and Driver | Photos: Instagram (@jeep) | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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