If you’ve been eyeing a Jeep Gladiator for a few years, 2025 brings a few meaningful upgrades that make it worth another look. Jeep didn’t overhaul the formula but made smart, focused changes both inside and out. Some models are about comfort and convenience in the cabin, others are about drivability and refinement under the hood. Let’s break down two of its trims in this 2025 Jeep Gladiator Mojave vs High Tide comparison.
Key Takeaways:
- As of November 11, 2025, the Gladiator lineup ranges in price from $40,095 to $63,095.
- Jeep has officially discontinued the manual transmission; every trim now comes equipped with an eight-speed automatic.
- When properly equipped, the Gladiator can tow up to 7,700 pounds.
What Updates Have Been Made to the 2025 Jeep Gladiator Lineup?
Jeep dialed in a few useful upgrades for 2025. Power windows and locks are finally standard equipment across the lineup, and a new Active Cabin Ventilation system lets you preheat or cool down the interior remotely from your phone. Two new colors also join the lineup this year: Fathom Blue, a deep metallic tone, and "41," an olive green homage to Jeep’s military heritage.
Pricing for 2025 breaks down as follows:
- Sport: $40,095
- Nighthawk: $42,890
- Sport S: $43,595
- Willys: $47,195
- High Tide / Big Bear / Texas Trail: $48,090
- Mojave and Rubicon: $53,095
- Mojave X and Rubicon X: $63,095
The Mojave is built specifically for high-speed off-roading through sand, dunes, and dry terrain. It trades the Rubicon’s locking front differential and disconnecting stabilizer bar for a suspension setup that’s better suited to absorbing impacts at higher speeds. That setup includes Fox internal bypass shock absorbers with hydraulic jounce bumpers and a one-inch lift for the front suspension. It’s also the only Gladiator that wears a Desert Rated badge instead of the familiar Trail Rated emblem, signaling its focus on stability and control in loose, shifting terrain rather than slow, rocky climbs.
In an unusual move for most automakers, Jeep continues to offer a few regionally themed Gladiator variants. Alongside the Big Bear for California and the Texas Trail for, naturally, Texas, the High Tide is the Florida-inspired model designed for beachgoers and coastal adventure. It shares much of its underlying hardware with the Willys trim but gains unique badging, graphics, and a few high-end comfort features. Equipment includes the Sport S feature set plus a three-piece hardtop, 32-inch mud-terrain tires, leather upholstery, power-adjustable and heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a rear sliding window, rock rails, and keyless entry.
Towing and Engine Power in the 2025 Jeep Gladiator
All 2025 Gladiator models are powered by Jeep’s reliable 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, producing 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
For those who tow frequently, Jeep still offers the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel on Rubicon trims, delivering an impressive 442 pound-feet of torque for confident hauling and highway passing. Properly equipped with the Max Tow Package, the Gladiator can handle up to 7,700 pounds, while even the base configuration easily manages 4,000 pounds.
If your adventures take you into the desert, the Mojave is all about driving on loose terrain. If you spend more time by the beach or just prefer a truck with extra comfort and style, the High Tide fits the bill with its unique graphics, leather interior, and tropical flair. The only real question is where you plan to have the most fun: the dunes or the shoreline. Contact us today at Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to schedule your test drive!