2026 Jeep Gladiator in Durham, NC
7,700 lbBest-in-Class Gas Towing285 hp3.6L Pentastar V6
Sport Durst Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM -- Durham, NC
Trail Rated -- Every Trim
Jeep
Gladiator
2026 -- The Only Open-Air Midsize Pickup
285 hp
3.6L Pentastar V6
7,700 lb
Max Towing
1,720 lb
Max Payload
31.5 in
Water Fording
Durham's Jeep Headquarters
The Only Pickup
You Can Take the Roof Off
Trail Rated -- Every Trim Traction, water fording, ground clearance, articulation, maneuverability
Desert Rated -- Mojave Trim Only Jeep Brand vehicle to earn the Desert Rated badge
The 2026 Jeep Gladiator occupies a category that still has exactly one member: open-air midsize pickup. Built on the Wrangler platform, it keeps the removable doors, removable roof, and fold-down windshield -- and adds a five-foot steel truck bed. New for 2026, an improved quick-release door hinge system makes removing the doors faster and easier than ever.
For Durham drivers who want to run tools and materials to a job site on Tuesday, haul camping gear to Uwharrie National Forest on Saturday, and drive with no doors on a warm Sunday morning along Eno River Drive -- the Gladiator is the only vehicle on the market that does all three without asking you to compromise.
Sport Durst carries the full Gladiator lineup. Call 919-808-4529 or browse our current inventory at the link below.
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Gallery
Every Trim.
One Standard.
Rubicon Trim
Mojave Trim
Rubicon X Trim
Mojave X Trim
Rear 3/4 Exterior
Driver POV -- Interior
Rubicon -- Interior Seating
Standard 12.3" Uconnect 5 Touchscreen
Powertrain and Capability
One Engine.
Four Ways to Conquer.
Every 2026 Gladiator is powered by the 3.6L Pentastar V6 with 285 hp and an 8-speed automatic -- and every one is 4x4. What changes is how each trim conquers the terrain.
285 hp
3.6L Pentastar V6
7,700 lb
Best-in-Class Gas Towing
77:1
Max Crawl Ratio (Rubicon)
44.7deg
Approach Angle
Built for Rock
Trail Rated
Rubicon
The Rubicon is engineered for slow, technical terrain -- rocks, ledges, deep mud, and maximum articulation. Rock-Trac 4x4 with a 4:1 low-range ratio and a crawl ratio up to 77:1. Front and rear electronic locking differentials. Available sway bar disconnect. 33-inch all-terrain tires standard. It is the Gladiator that takes what the trail throws at it without flinching. The Rubicon X adds premium interior features to the same proven off-road hardware.
- Rock-Trac 4x4 with 4:1 Low-Range Ratio
- Front and Rear Electronic Lockers
- 33-Inch All-Terrain Tires -- Standard
- Steel Skid Plates -- Standard
- Available Sway Bar Disconnect
- Up to 77:1 Crawl Ratio
Built for Desert Speed
Desert Rated
Mojave
The Mojave is the only Jeep Brand vehicle to earn the Desert Rated badge -- tuned for high-speed off-road running, not slow crawling. Hydraulic jounce bumpers absorb high-speed impacts over whoops and washboard. Fox shocks are tuned for desert running and sudden compressions. 33-inch all-terrain tires standard. If your off-road is closer to Forest Service road at speed than a rock garden, the Mojave is the Gladiator built for you. The Mojave X adds premium content to the same desert-capable hardware.
- Desert Rated -- Only Jeep Brand Vehicle to Earn It
- Hydraulic Jounce Bumpers for High-Speed Impact
- Fox Performance Shocks -- Tuned for Desert
- 33-Inch All-Terrain Tires -- Standard
- Command-Trac 4x4 System
- Front Skid Plates and Rock Rails
Open Air
Remove the Doors.
Remove the Roof.
The Gladiator is the only pickup truck in the market with removable doors, a removable roof, and a fold-down windshield. New for 2026, an enhanced quick-release door hinge system makes door removal tool-free and faster than on any previous Gladiator. Driving the Research Triangle with no doors on a warm April afternoon -- or with the soft top rolled back heading west on US-70 -- is an experience no other truck can offer.
- New 2026 -- Enhanced Quick-Release Door Hinge System
- Removable Doors -- No Tools Required (2026 Improvement)
- Removable Roof -- Soft Top Standard on Most Trims
- Available Sunrider for Hardtop
- Available 3-Piece Black Freedom Hard Top
- Fold-Down Windshield -- Available
- Hard Top Standard on Mojave X and Rubicon X
Truck Utility
A Real Steel
Truck Bed.
The Gladiator's five-foot steel bed is the feature that separates it from the Wrangler. It measures 60.3 by 56.8 inches with 35.5 cubic feet of volume -- practical for a midsize truck. Integrated tie-downs secure gear without loose hardware. The easy-lift tailgate opens with one hand. A Class IV receiver hitch and trailer wiring harness are standard on Rubicon and Mojave trims -- so towing a camper from Durham to the Blue Ridge is genuinely supported hardware.
- 5-Foot Steel Bed -- 35.5 cu ft Volume
- 60.3 x 56.8-Inch Bed Dimensions
- Integrated Tie-Down Cleats -- Standard
- Easy-Lift Tailgate -- One-Hand Operation
- Class IV Receiver Hitch -- Standard on Rubicon/Mojave
- Trailer Wiring Harness -- Standard on Rubicon/Mojave
- Available Spray-In Bed Liner
Interior
Wash-Out Interior.
Drain Plugs Standard.
The Gladiator's interior is built around the reality of its use. Wash-out floor surfaces with drain plugs are standard -- so hosing out trail mud is a five-minute job, not a detailing appointment. Upper trims add available 12-way heated power front seats and premium materials that make the daily commute down Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd considerably more comfortable. Four USB ports and three USB-C ports -- the most in its class -- keep devices charged regardless of who's in the cab.
- Wash-Out Interior -- Drain Plugs Standard
- Available Heated 12-Way Power Front Seats
- 4 USB Ports + 3 USB-C Ports -- Most in Class
- Available Leather Seating (Sahara, Rubicon X, Mojave X)
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control -- Available
- Available Heated Steering Wheel
Technology
12.3 Inches.
Standard on Every Trim.
The 2026 Gladiator ships with a 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen on every single trim -- not a 7-inch screen that makes you upgrade. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto come with it.
Infotainment
Uconnect 5 -- 12.3"
Standard on all trims. The 12.3-inch touchscreen is responsive, weather-resistant, and sized to be readable while wearing gloves on the trail. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard.
- 12.3-Inch Uconnect 5 -- Standard All Trims
- Wireless Apple CarPlay -- Standard
- Wireless Android Auto -- Standard
- Wi-Fi Hotspot -- Standard
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio -- Standard
- Integrated Off-Road Trail Guides -- Uconnect 5 NAV
Off-Road Tools
Trail Guides + TrailCam
The Uconnect 5 NAV system includes integrated Jeep Badge of Honor off-road trail guides -- preview difficulty, map routes, and plan your Uwharrie run before you leave Durham. The available TrailCam forward-facing camera lets you see what's ahead before you commit.
- Integrated Off-Road Trail Guides -- Uconnect 5 NAV
- Jeep Badge of Honor Trail Data Built In
- Available TrailCam Forward-Facing Off-Road Camera
- Trailer Hitch Zoom Camera -- Available
- Jeep Connect App -- Remote Vehicle Features
- Available Off-Road Pages with Pitch/Roll Gauges
Connectivity
Most USB Ports in Class
The Gladiator has more USB ports than any other midsize truck: four USB Type-A and three USB-C ports. Everyone in the cab stays charged. Remote start, vehicle health report, and vehicle finder are available through the Jeep Connect app.
- 4 USB Ports + 3 USB-C Ports -- Best in Class
- Wireless Device Charging -- Available
- Available Remote Start
- Jeep Connect -- Vehicle Finder, Health Report
- Amazon Alexa Compatible -- Available
- Available Alpine or Harman Kardon Audio
Safety
Trail Ready.
Road Ready.
The Gladiator is built for trails but drives in traffic every day. Standard and available safety systems keep your crew protected on both.
Standard
Backup Camera
Standard on all trims. Useful for reversing a truck bed into tight spots at a job site, navigating trailheads, or backing into parking on Duke's campus. Available with Trailer Hitch Zoom for towing.
Standard
Trailer Sway Control
Detects trailer sway and applies selective braking to individual wheels to bring the trailer back in line -- useful when towing a camper on I-40 or heading to Pilot Mountain on US-421.
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard on all Gladiator trims. Particularly important on a vehicle that sees off-camber trail situations and wet pavement in the same week, as Durham weather can deliver both.
Available
Forward Collision Warning
Available with Automatic Emergency Braking -- monitors the road ahead and applies brakes automatically if an imminent collision is detected. Available on Sahara, Rubicon, and Mojave trims.
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Available with Rear Cross Path Detection. With an open-air body style, some visibility is inherently limited -- the monitoring system covers what you may not see when changing lanes on I-40 or US-15.
Available
TrailCam Off-Road Camera
Forward-facing camera shows the terrain immediately in front of you -- rocks, drops, ruts -- before you drive over them. Available on Sahara, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Mojave, and Mojave X trims.
Trim Lineup
Eight Trims.
One Open-Air Pickup.
From the work-ready Sport to the fully-loaded Rubicon X. Every one is a 4x4. Every one is Trail Rated. Contact Sport Durst at 919-808-4529 for current pricing.
All 2026 Gladiator trims are 4x4 standard. Contact Sport Durst at 919-808-4529 for current pricing and stock. Sahara trim also available -- ask us.
Best-in-Class
7,700 lb Gas Towing.
Only Open-Air Pickup.
When properly equipped with the Max Tow Package, the 2026 Gladiator can tow 7,700 pounds -- more than any other gas-powered midsize truck. That's enough for a mid-size camper headed to the Blue Ridge, a ski boat bound for Jordan Lake, or a utility trailer for a weekend project. The Trailer Sway Control system keeps things stable on the highway, and the available Trailer Hitch Zoom camera shows you exactly where the hitch aligns.
- 7,700 lb Gas Towing -- Best in Class
- 1,720 lb Maximum Payload (Sport S, properly equipped)
- Available Max Tow Package with 4.10 Axle Ratio
- Trailer Sway Control -- Standard
- Class IV Receiver Hitch -- Standard Rubicon/Mojave
- Available Trailer Hitch Zoom Camera
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Durham, NC 27707
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FAQ
Straight Answers.
No Fluff.
What makes the Jeep Gladiator unique?
The Gladiator is the only open-air midsize pickup truck available. Like the Wrangler, you can remove the doors, remove the roof, and fold down the windshield. Unlike the Wrangler, it has a five-foot steel truck bed. New for 2026, an enhanced quick-release door hinge system makes door removal faster and tool-free. Every Gladiator is Trail Rated. The Mojave additionally earns the Desert Rated badge -- the only Jeep Brand vehicle to do so. No other midsize truck offers this combination.
What engine is in the 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
The 2026 Gladiator is powered exclusively by the 3.6L Pentastar V6, producing 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. 4WD is standard on every trim. Four 4x4 systems are available across the lineup: Command-Trac (Sport through Willys), Selec-Trac (Sahara), Rock-Trac (Rubicon) -- with a 4:1 low-range ratio and up to 77:1 crawl ratio, and high-performance off-road tuning on the Mojave.
How much can the Gladiator tow and haul?
When properly equipped with the Max Tow Package and 4.10 axle ratio, the 2026 Gladiator can tow up to 7,700 pounds -- best in class for a gas-powered midsize truck. Maximum payload is 1,720 pounds on Sport S models with the right package. The five-foot steel bed measures 60.3 by 56.8 inches with 35.5 cubic feet of volume. Whether you're pulling a camper to the Blue Ridge on US-421 or hauling tools and materials for a weekend project, the Gladiator has genuine truck-grade capability.
What is the difference between the Rubicon and Mojave?
Both are Trail Rated, share the 3.6L V6 and 8-speed automatic, and come with 33-inch all-terrain tires standard. The Rubicon is tuned for slow, technical terrain -- rocks, ledges, maximum articulation -- with Rock-Trac 4x4, electronic locking differentials, a sway bar disconnect, and a 77:1 crawl ratio. The Mojave is tuned for high-speed off-road -- desert running, washboard, fast whoops -- with Fox performance shocks and hydraulic jounce bumpers that absorb high-speed impacts. If you're crawling rocks, Rubicon. If you're flying across gravel at speed, Mojave. Both are excellent trucks for different terrain types.
Is the Gladiator practical as a daily driver in Durham?
It's worth being honest here: the Gladiator involves trade-offs as a daily driver. Fuel economy is 17 city / 22 highway -- reasonable but not exceptional. The open-air body style means it's louder on the highway than a conventional truck, especially with aggressive tires. The five-foot bed works for most uses but is shorter than full-size trucks. That said, for Durham drivers who want to commute down I-40, load gear for a weekend at Uwharrie, and drive with no doors on a warm spring day -- all with the same vehicle -- the Gladiator is the only truck in the market that genuinely does it all.
Does the Gladiator have a 12-inch touchscreen standard?
Yes. A 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is standard on every 2026 Gladiator trim -- including the base Sport. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are also standard. The Uconnect 5 NAV system includes integrated off-road trail guides with Jeep Badge of Honor trail data, which is particularly useful for planning trips to Uwharrie National Forest or Pilot Mountain State Park.
Can I remove the doors and top on the 2026 Gladiator?
Yes -- and 2026 makes it easier. The new enhanced quick-release door hinge system removes doors without tools and faster than any previous model. The soft top is standard on most trims; a three-piece hard top and Sunrider for Hardtop are available options. The Mojave X and Rubicon X come with a hard top standard. The fold-down windshield is also available. On a warm afternoon heading toward Eno River with no doors and no roof, there is no other truck that offers this experience.
Where can I take a Gladiator off-road near Durham?
Uwharrie National Forest -- about 90 minutes southwest on US-220 -- is the best dedicated off-road option near Durham, with trails ranging from easy forest roads to technical rock sections that challenge even a Rubicon. Closer in, the Eno River State Park area has unpaved access roads for lighter use. Pilot Mountain State Park and the fire roads near the Blue Ridge (US-421 toward Boone, roughly 2.5 hours) offer additional options. The Gladiator's Uconnect 5 NAV includes integrated Jeep Badge of Honor trail guides to help you plan any of these trips.
Does Sport Durst offer financing and service on the Gladiator?
Yes. Sport Durst Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM offers individualized financing and certified Mopar service at our Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd location -- right off I-40, easy from Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and RTP. We also back our certified service with a lifetime parts and labor warranty program. Call 919-808-4529 to get a straight quote on pricing or schedule a test drive. Walk-ins are always welcome.
What is the Max Tow Package and do I need it?
The Max Tow Package adds a 4.10 axle ratio, heavy-duty engine cooling, and heavy-duty alternator to boost the Gladiator's towing capacity to its maximum 7,700-pound rating. Without it, towing is still capable but rated lower. If you regularly tow a boat, camper, or trailer above 5,000 pounds -- for example, heading to Jordan Lake or the Outer Banks with a mid-size trailer -- the Max Tow Package is worth adding. Our team at Sport Durst can help you determine which trims it's available on and what the total impact is on your build.
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