The 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel is a Powerful & Efficient Lifestyle Truck
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- When @Jeep introduced the #JeepGladiator two years ago, it become one of the most anticipated and sought after midsize trucks on the market. For 2021, Jeep is expanding the lineup with the #GladiatorEcoDiesel. With 442 lb-ft of torque and up to 28 MPG, the #JeepGladiatorEcodiesel should continue to be a very desirable truck for those who don't always need to do the most capable truck activities.
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Even after 2 years, the Jeep Gladiator is still a very enticing truck, even more so with the EcoDiesel! We should be driving the new Wrangler 4xe soon, do you guys think Jeep may eventually offer the PHEV and V8 powertrains from the Wrangler?
Any idea as to how soon for the 4xe? Thanks!
$61k .......these vehicles are just getting out of control.
Exactly . For that price I’ll buy a used Ford raptor . Or used hell cat
Doesn't help the ecodiesel is a $6k upcharge...
@@MDKN22 it’s 4000 above the v6 with auto and includes a much better transmission.
I PAID $42k for my diesel JT and it’s got tons of options
not gonna change when folks are willing to fork out 84 month loans on trucks. Then folks are willing to pay above blue book for used models.
@@MDKN22 plus 2 grand for the mandatory 8 speed trans.
Ecodiesel, 4x4 and automatic transmission is good enough for me. Cheers from El Salvador!
jorge knows!
One of the reviews noted how easy it is for the diesel version to move over large rocks. The extra torque makes all the difference.
Should’ve offered a manual option, would’ve been perfect for a DPF delete and tune
Yea… that’s what Volkswagen used to do with the Jetta and the Golf before they took it out 5 years ago.
My family is a cattle ranch family and they all have diesel trucks… I am not a rancher LOL but I finally found the diesel truck I want LOL 😂
Sofyan: I'm not doing donuts in this snowy parking lot
Also sofyan: traction control's kicking in when I floor it in the snow 👁️👄👁️
My Absolute dream truck. Between the looks, mpg and torque it’s pretty much perfect for me. Especially with the hard top
They should have offered a Manual Transmission in Diesel.
My coworker just ordered a Gladiator EcoDiesel with manual transmission. It’s available.
Kinda like what Volkswagen did to their older vehicles like the Touareg, Golf, Jetta, etc.
Only complaint I have about my ecodiesel engine is the turbo/engine lag from take off. Especially if the truck is cold. It's absolutely frustrating. Once warranty is gone it will be time to chip and delete. Then it'll be a beast for what it is.
Throttle booster
Just keep it in the garage if it fits.
I have an Eco-Diesel in my Gladiator Willys and it is fine. I do not know why so many think it needs to be modded and changed. I have driven diesels for 20 years and there is Nothing wrong with the Gladiator.
That Fiat Diesel engine is very reliable and pulls strong. They use it in different versions in the Iveco trucks
I was wondering about its reliability. I certainly have more faith in a 6 cylinder than a high compression turbo 4.
Very reliable huh. Let's see in 5 years.
That's not a Fiat or an Iveco engine. They had a Iveco diesel inline 4 in the early Promasters but sadly it was discontinued. It was a good motor. This Engine is a V.M. Motori engine design.
@@IamJay02 It's a good engine.
V.M. Motori you are right, but at the end is a company own by Fiat. If I’m not mistaken even GM develops their Diesel engine in Italy.
0:28 “442 pound feet of pork”
LOL!!!
🤣 thinking about that bbq spot for lunch
I love this truck!
It will take you 30 years to recover costs in fuel efficiency compared to 3.6. I love diesel engines and they're the more practical option especially considering carbon footprint compared to electric and longevity. But man, they sure did gut the appeal
It's not about recovering engine costs based on fuel mpg... its more about torque and overall driving range.
I had a 2016 jeep jk wrangler 3.6 pentistar engine, I had a 2017 5.7 L hemi rebel, and now I have a 2018 ram 1500 ecodiesel. The fuel economy isn't even comparable. The ecodiesel has saved me so much fuel its ridiculous. The 3.6 L was a thirsty engine. The 5.7 L hemi was stupid on fuel. I get 24-26 mpg on my ecodiesel. 22 towing a 5x8 fully loaded utility trailer all the time.
Depends on how you run your Numbers and what you do with the truck. My rundown, maintenance costs included, is 7 years to break even. Mainly because I eat miles with these. If you use your diesel in the city only, you’re right, it’s not a good pick.
The halogen lights aint that bad lol. Candles? cmon. Wish they would put the 5.7 hemi option for the wrangler
They’re terrible
I hD them in blue ridge mountains. Terrible. They were as bad as my 96 cherokee lamps
they’re terrible compared to the factory LEDs
They are really bad. He summarized them right... they're candles.
Not only that halogens are bad, They don’t last long. And it makes it hard to see at night.
Hopefully it holds up better then the first gen EcoDiesel. Buddy has a ram that threw a rod 5k miles past warranty FCA just laughed at him and quoted him 15k for a new engine
The first 2 years of the ecodiesels, absolute garbage and they were using the wrong oil. I have a 2018 eco diesel ram and I love it. No issues whatsoever
Love that Volvo shirt, where can I grab that Sofyan??
Here come the comments on being an fca product and fca reliability
Although I personally trust this transmission more long term since it’s the ZF 8 speed
The transmission and engine are fine. What irritates me about the Wrangler/Gladiator is the trendy/hipster, "cult following" that it portrays. I live in Vegas and everyone, I mean, everyone has a Wrangler and every, single, Wrangler/Gladiator is "Bro'ed out". Its like - You're not "cool" unless you drive a Wrangler/Gladiator and spend your life savings on hooking it up. Its extremely, monotonous.
Yup, it's inevitable. The same people comment on every video that's not a yota product
@@desertmike680 I'm in Vegas too and he telling the struth
@@cb9137 I'm so glad to hear that you know what I'm talking about and can vouch for it too!
Nah imma hate cuz this thing is the ugliest hunk of shit since the “smartcar”😂😂
It’s not even close to being proportionate it legit looks like a 4yo drew it😂
Not a real jeep not a real truck ugly slow not a hint of luxury no manual transmission this car has nothing going for it😂
Maybe in 2012 it would’ve been competitive but in 2021 it’s a joke and nothing more lol
I had this in my GC Trailhawk. I miss that truck and engine. Hopefully i"ll pick up this but in the rubicon version.
Yea… they dropped the Diesel out of the GC lineup 3 years ago.
I am so happy that Jeep puts the window controls on the center console instead of on the doors. Otherwise, how would I roll the windows up and down on the doors after the doors are removed?😜
Lol I think that’s the entire reason why they put all the switches and buttons on the center console! It confuses me every time I switch from my little accord to my gladiator
This is the engine that should be an option for the Promaster 3500. The Promaster has only one gasoline engine in a market that needs a diesel engine for delivery services.
I love the manual hand brake. I don’t trust the button brake.
That's what she said.
So I thought It's weird the towing is lowered because the diesel doesn't have as much horsepower... but I thought towing was all about torque, I thought that's why every one who tows big RV campers wants diesel?
you can't out tow the brakes. after extra weight of diesel is added the total towing is decreased by that amount. some early Ford Rangers were at/over their weight with just a full cab of adults...
It prows through the snow no probrem.
Some people on CZcams have been able to see the Nissan 400z proto in person. Will you have a video on that soon?
You should review the 21 Nissan Kicks SR, it’s been improved and I think you would like it more than the 18! Awesome review as always 😁👍
Based on current diesel/regular gas prices average mileage driven by cars in the US, the improved mileage will cover the price premium for the diesel .....in about 10 years, unless you drive a lot. In the meantime you sacrifice pay load and towing capacity. As you said, it is a life style vehicle. Few people by what they need in a vehicle. They buy what they want/like. Just like me. 😎
I paid $42k for my diesel Jeep. It’s rated to tow 6500lbs which is all a midsize ever should tow and my payload is 1350lbs
I'd buy one if there was an ecodiesel model in Canada. Got a 2018 ram 1500 ecodiesel and I love it. The 3.6 is garbage. Had it in my jeep jk 4 door and I went through fuel like the 5.7 L hemi.
I was expecting a diesel engine bravo.I like this car super
Toyota should offer a diesel in the Tacoma
Toyota should let us have the Hilux and be done with it. But no, they had to design a gas guzzling pig for us that’s decent but not really great at anything.
@@2W3X4YZ5 Right? Never understood why they cut the FJ either. All they had to do was some occcasional updates, that wouldn't have cost an arm and a leg...but no.......let's cut it.
Great job on the review. I just picked up the very same truck.
How’s your truck man? I’m thinking of getting one (diesel)
Wonderfull. I’m getting a gas one soon (if everything works out)
"No doughnuts"? Aw, man... He's not a snow warrior...
I paid $42k for my diesel JT with loads of options. Out of the 17 cars I’ve owned this one is easily my favorite. The “lag” is completely eliminated with a throttle booster
How for that cheap????
@@lifeoutdoors3953 look up Gupton motors in Nashville and order one
One hell of a truck
Exactly what I like
Why all trucks are not diesel in US like it is in the rest of the world? Gas trucks are horrible in MPG.
I have spoken to 4 new Jeep owners over the last 9 months and all have had a breakdown which required towing to the dealership. One ended up suing them on the lemon law to get a full refund. The Jeeps certainly look good but have horrid dependability. Something I want to point out is that NONE of these owners had Diesel engines. Not sure if that makes a difference ?
6" of untouched snow...2" on the ground.
Asian 6".
Would diesel have more tow capacity?? I am new to diesel but it doesn’t make sense to buy? Or???
In your opinion do you think that truck has a bed big enough for your everyday life? I live in the burbs like you do and I use my truck to move car parts for my project car, camping stuff, and the occasional piece of furniture here and there. I have come to learn my Ram 1500 crew short bed is TOO BIG. Annoying to park and maneuver despite being an amazing truck. I have thought to myself the best in that truck is too small at times. The price on the Gladiator is a bit of chest clincher. It's about 10-15k more then other truck I'd consider BUT it's a convertible... so not as easy to write off...
Quite a nice offering by Jeep, they will do very well with that one.
Did you just say $13K in options; no wonder many dealers have 2020 models sitting on the lot, some with $5-6K discounts! Also, not getting one of these at those prices!
I paid $42k for my diesel with tons of options. Absolutely destroys any other midsize truck
So how often do you have to full the gas tank for the week
I actually like this but I still prefer the Wrangler
Hey Sofyan, that Volvo shirt is sweet! I'd like to cop one. Where'd you get yours???
Are you gonna review the Bronco sport?
It's Diesel: 'Des-el' not Deez-ul! lol.
Recirculating ball steering box.....just like an M5
So it’s a sports car really.
Do you have plans to review the Porsche Taycan?
Yes, we have requested one from Porsche, just waiting for our local press fleet to get it! Stay tuned!
The taillights on the newer jeeps have got to be considered a complete failure. 5:20
Why??
Wasn’t this made by the company VM Motori?! Same company makes the Colorado’s/Canyon Duramax motor.
The engine in the Colorado is an Izusu engine. Isuzu the biggest diesel builder in the World.
My girlfriend loves these Jeep trucks but I hate em.
Of course she does. EVERY female does.
@@desertmike680 😅
@@desertmike680 They really do. I saw a woman driving a Wrangler and it had a sticker on the back window that said “Silly boys, Jeeps are for girls!”
She's telling you she's looking for a Real MAN ...
Every celebrity loves Jeeps. Cuz they’re rich…
Love the we still find a way to criticize Honda or Acura in this video 😂😂
I drove a mustang through 3 wisconsin winters and with snow tires any car can go through that parking lot lol. Either way I just ordered a simlar gladiator and cannot wait to get it!
Why is towing less with the diesel
Diesel weighs more.
I cant wait to do "Jeep wave" from my Bronco, as all the "Wrangler Bro's" stare in envy at me from their trendy, Wrangler/Gladiator. "Bro, bruh, I'm not cool anymore in my Wrangler, bro?"
Yeah...but no.
@@hellkitty1014
I hope he doesn't like that in everyday life.
The manual transmission keeps breaking because IT DOESN'T HAVE A DEAD PEDAL TO REST YOUR FOOT ON!!
I’ll keep my ls3 swapped hummer h3t.
right.
I'll wait for the EV version and reconsider. At least then it will be reliable.
MO-HAV-EEEEEE
It amazes me how Fiat continues to ruin everything they touch. How you you not make this with a manual? How do you manage to get a lower towing capacity with a diesel? I’m flabbergasted
How the fk much should a midsize truck be towing exactly?
@@smarterthanyou2674 dude. Calm down. You missed the point. Diesels usually tow more than their gasoline counterpart. That’s clearly what my comment said. You should probably drink some mint tea or meditate. You’re too high strung
@@snacking5908 no. I’m wealthy and retired at 40 years old. I don’t even know what stress is but you’re a moron for suggesting that a “lower towing capacity” is even remotely relevant in this application. As far as how. It’s a midsize truck who’s GVRW is higher than any other peer’s. The diesel weighs 400 extra pounds thus reducing payload and hitch max.
@@smarterthanyou2674 ok guy. Hope you get your rest Mr. Online Gangster
I have an ecodiesel ram 1500 this is not at all a commuter engine. Do not buy it if you don't do at least 25 min of highway driving every few days
Meh...and double meh on the price...laughable...
Safety wise this thing is junk. Doesn’t have a side airbag for the rear passenger or even a load-limiting seatbelt.
Look like we have a new Mercedes copy cat cause they use adblue and once it breaks there’s go your vehicle
Chrysler thinks Jeep wrangler is the G class of their lineup. Too bad, most of Jeep customers dont have the cash for a G class. lol
G class start at $130,000. Gladiator starts at $34,000. Anyone who complains about these trucks being too expensive is probably not in the market for any new truck anyways??
The G Wagon is not literally for everyone L0L😅😅
Where are you in Pa?
🤟YEAHHH BUDDY!!!🤟
"Sadly when you do go for the diesel…" Nah. Yer gittin' a Fiat, bud.
What's your point? That's not a Fiat engine.
@@williamryan7403 Read up and learn, bud.
@@williamryan7403 1:24 in the video itself. lol
@@yelapa999 The guy is wrong and so are you. The engine is from a diesel engine builder V. M. Motori and Italian company that is owned in part by Fiat bit is not exclusive to Fiat. They contract builds and designs to other manufacturers etc. That said name your issue with Fiat, today's Fiat,not your Daddy's Fiat.
@@yelapa999 That's why they are still V.M. Motori and not Fiat. It's because they're not Fiat but a company under the Fiat brand. Business is like that. Just like Ram and Cummins. Cummins is an engine builder that produces engines for several different manufacturer and applications including all over the road truck buliders and Nissan. Another example is Freightliner whom partners with Mercedes etc. They own share of each other but are not exclusive. Read and learn.
$60 to $75 thousand dollars Canadian where I live for this POS Jeep product. At Houston airport they are always trying to rent these out to people, but few take them. It states a lot when you see them lined up in the parking lot.
Just admit you’re a poor and move on
@@smarterthanyou2674 far from poor just not dumb enough to spend that much on a Jeep....
I hate these trucks almost as much as I hate the Pontiac Aztec
In Canada that’s a $9000 dollar option 🤨👎🏼👎🏼
These Jeep’s are to over priced get a bronco
Hell for that money might as well buy a defender both are endless money pits hahahahahaha scotty Kilmer!
Diesel it's much more expensive than gas engine. No comparison here, there's no diesel bronco
Good call - Ordered my Big Bend Bronco. Will have it July/August.
@@desertmike680 the endless things you can do with the new Broncos is nice .
@@steve9348 I cant wait. I like the versatility of the Wrangler/Gladiator, however I'm just so tired of seeing them on the roads.
First to say hello!!
These are ugly tbh. Saw a few in person and just doesn't look right lol. The non truck version Looks perfect though.
Always loved the JEEP lifestyle, exploring, camping, outdoors, getting back to nature NOT mall crawlers freeway queens. But outside of the 4 liter straight six
that was sold for 3 decades Jeep has always been utter unreliable
crudely built 1/4 ton POS until TJs offered 1/2 ton dana 44 axles
but till this day Jeep represents made in the US / Mexico crap.
Such a shame.
Wow… reading the spec seat and multiple
Comments about how the doors “thunk”. A useless review.
Is lifestyle style truck code for looks like a truck, but isn’t a truck ?
Well... That's a good question. I mean for the Gladiator being designed to be a truck I couldn't see it being a "lifestyle" truck. A lifestyle truck would be closer to the Ridgeline and upcoming Santa Cruz.
Sofyan that engine sucks, because in Ram ecodiesel this same engine blows up in 75000 miles of run
I own a massive solar business. We own dozens of THIRD generation rams, many of which are heading toward 90k miles already. Absolutely zero problems with any of them
@@smarterthanyou2674 awesome glad to hear that. I always wanted the ecodiesel ram truck. But watching the reviews with people who bought the truck their complaints where that engine was blowing up at 75k. I'm happy that your trucks are running fine. 😀👌
@@tumananaencristo8715 those are reviews of the previous generation
Waaaayyyyy too expensive!!!!
That interior is beyond ugly how many thinks going on
70k😆😆
Fiat built engine?? NO!
Stay away. They have quality control issues. Get a Toyota Tacoma. Jeep still did horrible in crash test. It's 2021.
Still pushing the Toyota Tacoma 🤨
@@ivanlowjones because I hate seeing people dupped. This wasn't a review. This was a paid advertisement fornJeep.
@@aky19832001 ok but this one is different, the EcoDiesel changes everything.
Eww wtf is that!?😂😂😂
Hold up...🤢🤮
😂😂😂😂
First
Those engines have serious issues and are incredibly expensive to repair. Dodge has completely gone down hill.
My business owns 38 3rd gen ecodiesel rams and not one of them has had a trip back to the dealer. Many already have over 80k on the odometer
I own this in a rubicon. Great truck & engine. Love it!
My friends neighbors 2017 Grand Cherokee Summit Diesel still runs at about 60k miles. No problems yet.
My friend has one with over 100,000 miles never had an issue
@@TheMarkdick 100k is nothing 🤣 Just wait. Anything made by Dodge is complete crap. Period.
dude this is not a truck!!!!!!@!!!
Bro.. that’s like saying a WRX is not a car 😅😅
"Lifestyle Truck" ...I call it unnecessary Jeep Junk, & that Fiat eco diesel won't last.
Yeah, nobody buys Jeeps anymore 🙄🙄 (sarcastic eyeroll).
Really?? They sold about 80k Gladiators in the 2nd model year
why are you a soy fan