Jeep Gladiator vs Toyota Tacoma: Specs Compared
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The Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 24 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Across 4 measured categories, the Toyota Tacoma leads in 3. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2021–2027
Jeep Gladiator
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD · 17 configurations
2015–2026
Toyota Tacoma
Small Pickup Trucks 4WD · 90 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Jeep Gladiator | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 22 mpg | 23 mpg ✓ |
| Best highway MPG | 28 mpg ✓ | 26 mpg |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $3,250 | $2,550 ✓ |
| Lowest CO2 output | 423 g/mi | 379 g/mi ✓ |
| Engines offered | 3.6, 3.0 | SIDI & PFI; 3-mode(Sport/Normal/Eco), w/SS, SIDI & PFI; 2-mode(Power/Normal) TM, w/SS, SIDI & PFI, SIDI & PFI; 3-mode (Sport/Normal/Eco) TM |
| Transmissions | Automatic 8-spd, Manual 6-spd | Automatic (S8), Manual 6-spd, Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrains | 4-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Regular, Diesel | Regular |
| EPA class | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD |
| Years covered | 2021–2027 | 2015–2026 |
| Configurations on record | 17 | 90 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
Jeep Gladiator vs Toyota Tacoma dimensions and size
The Jeep Gladiator is 3.9 inches longer than the Toyota Tacoma on a wheelbase 5.5 inches longer, and 352.7 lbs lighter. At over 200 inches, the larger of the two is past the comfortable limit of a standard 192-inch single garage bay once you allow walking room.
| Dimension | Jeep Gladiator (2026) | Toyota Tacoma (2026) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 216.9 in | 213 in | 3.9 in |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 74 in | 76.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 73.6 in | 74 in | 0.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 137.4 in | 131.9 in | 5.5 in |
| Curb weight | 4,751 lbs | 5,104 lbs | 353 lbs |
Width excludes mirrors; add 8–12 inches for mirrors out. Figures are for the newest model year on record for each vehicle. See both drawn to scale.
Jeep Gladiator vs Toyota Tacoma: what the numbers mean
Running cost over five years: at the EPA's 15,000-mile-a-year assumption the Toyota Tacoma burns about $2,550 of fuel annually against $3,250 for the Jeep Gladiator. That $700 yearly gap compounds to roughly $3,500 over five years and $5,600 over eight — often more than the price difference between two trims of the same vehicle, and the single largest running-cost line item separating these two.
City versus highway split: the Toyota Tacoma is the stronger commuter at 23 mpg city, while the Jeep Gladiator pulls ahead on the interstate at 28 mpg highway. If most of your driving is stop-and-go traffic the city figure is the one to weigh; for long-distance highway mileage the reverse is true, and the two vehicles effectively swap places depending on how you drive.
Powertrain choice: the Jeep Gladiator is recorded with 2 distinct engine configurations (3.6, 3.0), the Toyota Tacoma with 4 (SIDI & PFI; 3-mode(Sport/Normal/Eco), w/SS, SIDI & PFI; 2-mode(Power/Normal) TM, w/SS, SIDI & PFI). Across 17 recorded Jeep Gladiator configurations and 90 for the Toyota Tacoma, the wider the engine spread the more the real-world fuel efficiency depends on which version you actually buy, so check the specific model year and drivetrain rather than the headline number.
Drivetrain and class: the Jeep Gladiator is offered with 4-Wheel Drive, the Toyota Tacoma with Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive. All-wheel drive typically costs one to two mpg combined against the same vehicle in front- or rear-wheel drive, which is worth remembering when the gap between these two is small. The EPA classes them as Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD and Small Pickup Trucks 4WD respectively — the class drives the interior volume, cargo space and passenger space each one is measured against.
Tailpipe emissions: at their cleanest configurations the Toyota Tacoma emits 379 g/mile of CO2 versus 423 g/mile for the Jeep Gladiator. Emissions track fuel consumption almost exactly, so the cleaner vehicle here is also the cheaper one to fuel.
Gladiator vs Tacoma: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Jeep Gladiator or the Toyota Tacoma?
The Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 24 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Toyota Tacoma runs about $2,550 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $3,250 for the Jeep Gladiator — a difference of roughly $700 per year.
What engines do the Gladiator and Tacoma offer?
Jeep Gladiator: 3.6, 3.0. Toyota Tacoma: SIDI & PFI; 3-mode(Sport/Normal/Eco), w/SS, SIDI & PFI; 2-mode(Power/Normal) TM, w/SS, SIDI & PFI, SIDI & PFI; 3-mode (Sport/Normal/Eco) TM.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
The EPA classifies the Jeep Gladiator as Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD and the Toyota Tacoma as Small Pickup Trucks 4WD, so they aren't a like-for-like match on size.
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