2025 Jeep Gladiator Engine Options

The 2025 Jeep Gladiator offers drivers one powerful V6 engine option. The specs generally remain consistent across each trim level, however, the towing capacity varies. Read on to learn how the towing specs vary for each model.

2025 Jeep Gladiator Specs

So what exactly are the engine options? Every model provides drivers with a 3.6L V6 Pentastar® engine. Let’s explore key specs, including towing capacity:

3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine with Stop/Start (3.6L Pentastar® V6)

• Standard Engine For: 2025 Jeep Gladiator Lineup
• Horsepower: 285 hp @ 6,400 rpm
• Torque: 260 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm
• Maximum Towing Capacity: 6,000 pounds (Sport, Nighthawk, Sport S, Willys)
• Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,000 pounds (Mojave, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Mojave X)
• Maximum Payload Capacity: 950 pounds (Willys)
• Maximum Payload Capacity: 1,100 pounds (Sport, Nighthawk, Sport S, Mojave, Mojave X)
• Maximum Payload Capacity: 1,200 pounds (Rubicon, Rubicon X)
• Transmission: Eight-speed Automatic 850RE

2025 Jeep Gladiator Performance Features

Now that you’ve reviewed the Gladiator engine options, explore some of the key performance features of the various models. These range from off-road optimized axles to highly adaptable drivetrains that fine-tune torque distribution for rocky terrain. Some of our favorite standard and optional performance features include:

Axles

Sport, Sport S

• Conventional Differential Front Axle w/ Disconnect
• Conventional Differential Rear Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Front Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Rear Axle

Nighthawk

• Conventional Differential Front Axle w/ Disconnect
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Wide Front Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Wide Rear Axle
• Trac-Lok® Anti-Spin Rear Differential

Willys

• Conventional Differential Front Axle w/ Disconnect
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Front Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Rear Axle
• Tru-Lok® Rear Axle

Mojave, Mojave X

• Conventional Differential Front Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Wide Front Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Wide Rear Axle
• Tru-Lok® Rear Axle

Rubicon, Rubicon X

• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Wide Front Axle
• Heavy-Duty Dana® 44 Wide Rear Axle
• Tru-Lok® Rear Axle
• Tru-Lok® Front Axle

Transfer Cases

Sport, Nighthawk, Sport S, Willys, Mojave, Mojave X

• Command-Trac® Part-Time 4WD System

Rubicon, Rubicon X

• 4:1 Rock-Trac® Part-Time 4WD System

Experience the Jeep Gladiator Today

Are you ready to experience the 2025 Jeep Gladiator in action? Visit us and test drive a few different models to find the one that feels right to you. If you have other questions about any of the Gladiator’s features, feel free to give call us at 479-202-6664.