Return of the Gladiator

A legendary name returns as a true lifestyle vehicle providing the uncompromising off-road capability sought by outdoor adventurers

- Graham Eagle

Price: R1 259 900 Engine: 3,6-litre, V6, petrol Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 209 kW@ 6 400 r/min Torque: 347 N.m @ 4 100 r/min 0–100 km/h: N/A Top speed: N/A Fuel consumption: 12,4 L/100 km* CO2 emissions: 288 g/km* Warranty: 5 year/100 000km Maintenance plan: 3 year/100 000km

superb off-road capability out of the box, removable doors and roof large 209 kW petrol V6 will be thirsty+

Some three years after its US debut, the eagerly awaited Jeep Gladiator has finally arrived in SA. The rumour mill suggested the vehicle was not going to be available in our market, but it seems Stellantis South Africa managed to convince Jeep's decision-makers it would be the ideal tool to spearhead the launches of several new Jeep models scheduled for the near future.

Although it could technically be described as a 4x4 double-cab bakkie, the Gladiator occupies its own niche in the market as a true lifestyle vehicle possessed of uncompromising off-road prowess. The removable doors, interchangeable hard- and soft tops and a fold-flat windscreen - along with five-link solid axles front and rear - all contribute to its unique positioning.