2020 Jeep Gladiator
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator is a pickup truck, rated at 19 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 19
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $39,000
- Recalls
- 7
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Jeep |
|---|---|
| Model | Gladiator |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Pickup Truck |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 3.6 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 17 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 22 |
| Combined MPG | 19 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 466 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3300 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Gladiator Pickup 4WD | 19 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Gladiator Pickup 4WD | 19 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 17 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 16% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $35,100
- Total interest
- $6,106
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≈ $2,116/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Frontal crash
- Rollover
Recalls (7)
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT19V636000 · 2019-08-29
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The rear driveshafts may have been incorrectly assembled without grease in the monoblock joint.
Remedy: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US number for this recall is V95.
- SEAT BELTS20V580000 · 2020-09-24
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V191000 · 2020-09-10
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
- POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY21V028000 · 2021-01-28
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
- POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY20V124000 · 2020-03-03
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.
- POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY23V116000 · 2023-02-23
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL24V652000 · 2024-09-05
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2020 Jeep Gladiator?
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator is EPA-rated at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway).
Is the 2020 Jeep Gladiator reliable?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Jeep Gladiator?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator costs roughly $2,116 per year to fuel, or about $10,579 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2020 Jeep Gladiator?
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator is classified as a pickup truck. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC