2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel Announced
Oh boy, when the EcoDiesel engine was first announced for the 2020 Ram 1500 last summer, truck fans rejoiced. An all-new EcoDiesel engine that can generate 480 lb.-ft. of torque? Nice. So when Jeep got a turn and put the EcoDiesel under the hood of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler, people went bananas – and not because the torque went down a bit. There are just so many reasons to love the 2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel, and now there are even more reasons. The EcoDiesel engine option is being added to one more iconic Jeep vehicle – Say “hello” to the new 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel.
The most capable midsize truck ever just got better with the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine, able to generate 442 lb.-ft. of torque and offer unmatched off-road capability. With engine stop-start (ESS) technology equipped standard, fuel economy is improved further, with this model expected to deliver the highest driving range on one tank of fuel, although official EPA ratings have yet to be released. With 260 horsepower in the mix, it’s all transferred through a newly added TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission. Jeep really outdid themselves with this one. Calibrated for low RPM shifts and the on- and off-road capability consumers demand of the Jeep Gladiator, there are more than 40 individual shift maps for consumers to choose from to optimize fuel economy, performance, and 4×4 capability.
“Before we introduced Gladiator, one of the most common questions consumers asked us was, ‘Will you please offer a Jeep truck?,’ followed closely by, ‘Will it be offered with a diesel engine?’ While we know the answer to the first question, I’m pleased to answer the second with a resounding, ‘Yes!’ … Gladiator’s combination of unmatched off-road capability and the vehicle’s fun-to-drive on-road performance, best-ever Gladiator fuel economy and incredible driving range underwrite the fact that our customers knew exactly what they were asking for.” – Jim Morrison, Head of Jeep Brand – North America.
The 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel will only be available on the Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel Sport, Overland, and Rubicon models. These models also feature third-generation Dana 44 front and rear heavy-duty axles. All Gladiator EcoDiesel models will come with a 3.73 axle ratio and one of two transfer case systems. The Rubicon comes standard with the Rock-Trac two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio, and the Sport and Overland models come with the Command-Trac part-time two-speed transfer case with a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio.
Jeep vehicles are known for handling all kinds of driving conditions, on and off-road. With the third generation of the turbocharged 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine under the hood, able to deliver increased torque and horsepower, whilst also providing decent fuel economy, consumers can enjoy their 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel anywhere, especially thanks to the noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) technology installed. The 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel is already set to arrive in showrooms in the third quarter of 2020 (July-September 2020), consumers can order now. Looking for yours? Call us at Aventura Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram and ask how you can order a 2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel.