2025 Toyota Tacoma vs 2025 Jeep Gladiator | Toyota

The 2025 Toyota Tacoma versus the 2025 Jeep Gladiator. Let's find out which of these two pickup trucks offers the best blend of versatility and capability. Tacoma's advanced powertrains give it higher EPA-estimated MPG ratings than Gladiator. When it comes to comfort and convenience, available features like ventilated front seats, a Qi-compatible wireless charger, and panoramic view monitor give Tacoma an edge over Gladiator. Tacoma has an advantage over Gladiator in terms of capability thanks to its broad range of available performance-tuned suspension options. Now let's put Tacoma and Gladiator side-by-side. Tacoma's eight-grade lineup includes four TRD models plus a choice between two bed lengths and two cab styles, while the 2025 Jeep Gladiator is available in nine grades but only as a crew cab. Tacoma's capability really impresses. This starts with its i-Force turbocharged engine with up to 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. Gladiator only comes with a 3.6-liter V6 engine with 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Tacoma also has an available i-Force MAX hybrid system with up to 326 net combined horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque, something that Gladiator does not have an answer for. Tacoma pairs its punchy powertrains with off-road-tuned suspensions featuring Bilstein shocks on TRD Off-Road, Old Man Emu shocks on Trailhunter, and Fox shocks on the TRD Pro-Grade. Gladiator includes Fox shocks on the Mojave and Mojave X-grades, while the Rubicon and Rubicon X have Teneco shocks. Tacoma also brings the added on-road refinement with its Limited grade, just consider its standard adaptive variable suspension and available full-time four-wheel drive system. Gladiator comes standard with a part-time four-wheel drive system. Finally, add up to an EPA-estimated 23 miles per gallon combined rating on both gas and i-Force MAX grades, Tacoma has an edge in fuel economy over Gladiator, which has an EPA-estimated rating of 19 miles per gallon combined. Tacoma's modern, rugged design pairs style with function. There are standard LED headlights and available 18-inch alloy wheels that add to Tacoma's looks. LED headlights are optional on Gladiator, while 18-inch alloy wheels are available on select grades. And Tacoma's standard deck rail system brings added versatility when compared to Gladiator, which doesn't offer anything similar. Additionally, Tacoma's i-Force MAX hybrid models have a 2,400-watt, 120-volt AC power inverter that's more powerful than Gladiator's 400-watt inverter, giving owners added flexibility when powering their devices on adventures. Tacoma's impressive functionality continues with its available power tailgate, another feature that Gladiator doesn't have an answer for. When it comes to comfort, Tacoma delivers with features like the available dual-zone automatic climate control system. Gladiator only has an available single-zone automatic climate control system on select grades. Comfort gets enhanced further with available heated and ventilated front seats, while you'll find no ventilated front seats on Gladiator. Additionally, both trucks have an available heated steering wheel for added warmth on chilly days. Meanwhile, an available Qi-compatible wireless charger is designed to help keep mobile devices topped up on the road, a feature that Gladiator doesn't offer at all. Tacoma even has two more features that Gladiator can't answer, an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and an available head-up display, which are designed to keep important information front and center. Gladiator comes standard with a 3.5-inch TFT black and white display, a reconfigurable cluster with a 7-inch color display is also available on higher grades. In terms of audio multimedia, Tacoma has a standard 8-inch touchscreen and an available 14-inch unit. Gladiator comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen. The Toyota interface includes standard wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay, which connects drivers to the apps on their iPhone, including Maps, messages, podcasts, and music subscriptions. In addition, wireless Android Auto compatibility makes it easy to stay connected to Android devices and access various apps and services from Google, including YouTube Music and Google Maps. Plus, there's a standard three-month Sirius XM trial subscription that includes over 165 channels available in-cabin and even more on the Sirius XM app, making it easier than ever to enjoy not just ad-free music, but also sports, comedy, and more. Gladiator also comes with wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, Sirius XM trials are only available on the Sport S grade and up. Select Tacoma grades also include trials for Toyota's line of connected services, including Safety Connect, Service Connect, Remote Connect, Wi-Fi Connect, and Drive Connect, while Gladiator comes with Jeep Connect trials. Finally, Tacoma has an available 10-speaker JBL Premium audio system, which includes a portable JBL Flex speaker that lets drivers take their tunes on the go, a feature that Gladiator's available Alpine Premium audio system falls short of. All Tacoma grades come with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 system. This includes a pre- collision system with pedestrian detection, lane departure alert with steering assist, automatic high beams, full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control, lane tracing assist, road sign assist, and proactive driving assist. Gladiator comes with active safety and convenience features, but they're only available on higher grades. Blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert is available on both trucks, but there's no equivalent to the available panoramic view monitor and multi-terrain monitor on Gladiator, which is only offered with a trail cam front off-road camera. Finally, Tacoma has available front and rear parking assist with automatic braking and available trailer backup guide, while Gladiator has an available four-times trailer hitch zoom and an available ParkSense rear park assist system. Tacoma's strong value is seen in its ToyotaCare, which includes two years or 25,000 miles of scheduled maintenance, whichever comes first, and two years unlimited mileage 24-hour roadside assistance. While Gladiator includes the Jeep Wave Customer Care that includes two years of scheduled maintenance or the first two oil changes and tire rotations, and five years or 60,000 miles of roadside assistance, whichever comes first. Both trucks come with a three-year or 36,000-mile limited warranty, whichever comes first, and a five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty, whichever comes first. Tacoma's i-Force MAX Hybrid grades also include a hybrid system warranty that covers select components for eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first, and a 10-year or 150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty, whichever comes first. From its impressive overall capability to its stunning versatility, it's no wonder why Tacoma remains such a smart choice among midsize pickup trucks. Discover Tacoma today at toyota.com