2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma

Looking for a pickup that can deliver exceptional power, generous towing capacity, and next-level performance and comfort features? Look no further than the 2023 Jeep Gladiator or Toyota Tacoma. While either of these trucks will be sure to elevate your Fayetteville and Springdale drives, you can only take one of them home with you–which will it be? To help you decide, our team at Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Of Northwest Arkansas compares the 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma below.

2023 Gladiator or Tacoma? – Engine Specs

The Gladiator and the Tacoma each offer two engine options. With the Jeep, you can select a V6 gas or V6 diesel engine, while the Toyota gives you the choice of two DOHC gas engines. Let’s compare the engine specs of the 2023 Gladiator vs. Tacoma:

Jeep Gladiator Engine Options 

3.6L Pentastar® V6

• 285 hp
• 260 lb-ft
• Paired with a 6-speed manual or 8-speed 850RE transmission

3.0L EcoDiesel V6

• 260 hp
• 442 lb-ft
• Paired with an 8-speed 8HP75 transmission

Toyota Tacoma Engine Options 

2.7L DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine 

• 159 hp
• 180 lb-ft
• Paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission

3.5L DOHC V6 Engine

• 278 hp
• 265 lb-ft
• Paired with a 6-speed automatic or manual transmission 

2023 Gladiator or Tacoma? – Features

Both the Gladiator and the Tacoma are equipped with an extensive range of standard and available features. But in a 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma showdown, the Gladiator gives you a better selection that includes state-of-the-art amenities to enhance your off-roading and towing experiences. Here are some of these amenities:

• Class II Bumper Hitch
• Class IV Receiver Hitch
• Dana® 44 wide axles
• Front and rear tow hooks
• Heavy-duty engine cooling
• Off-Road+ drive mode
• Steel skid plates
• Sway Bar Disconnect
• Trailcam
• Tru-Lok® Electronic Locking Differentials

2023 Gladiator or Tacoma? – Towing Power

When it comes to towing capacity, the Gladiator easily bests the Tacoma. This is largely due to the more robust Gladiator engines, which can pull more weight on the roads of Bentonville and beyond. And just how much can these two trucks tow? See how the 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma measure up in terms of towing capacity by engine type:

• Jeep Gladiator 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine -7,700-pound towing capacity
• Jeep Gladiator 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Engine – 6,500-pound towing capacity
• Toyota Tacoma 2.7L DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine -3,500-pound towing capacity
• Toyota Tacoma 3.5L DOHC V6 Engine -6,800-pound towing capacity

Experience the 2023 Jeep Gladiator at Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Of Northwest Arkansas

As you can see, in a head-to-head matchup of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma, the Jeep is the hands-down winner. But don’t rely on our word alone. Stop in today to test drive the Gladiator or contact us to arrange a time that works for you. You can apply for financing from the comfort of home and streamline the buying process. We’re confident you’ll agree that the Jeep Gladiator checks more of the boxes on your wishlist and easily rises above the competition.