has impressively high ground clearance, as well as quality shocks and suspension, making it a top-notch truck for off-road adventures while still providing a comfortable ride on paved streets.

Our guide includes data like ground clearance, torque, and more—basically, everything that goes into finding the perfect off-road pickup.

Can the 2022 Jeep Gladiator go off-road?

Yes! When off-road drivers think of “all-terrain adventures,” they immediately think of Jeep. The 2022 Gladiator lives up to the brand’s reputation with the added versatility of a pickup truck—it has an entire truck bed for added cargo space and it can tow two tons more than its SUV counterpart.

With an affordable starting MSRP of $36,085, the Gladiator is both practical and fun. Its longer wheelbase, fine-tuned suspension, and high-quality shocks make it enjoyable to drive on main roads, back roads, and off-road.

For a better understanding of what makes the Gladiator a great off-road vehicle, let’s take a look at the specs.

Ground clearance

Before you take any vehicle off-road, you should know its ground clearance—or the space between the lowest point on your car’s chassis and the ground. The 2022 Jeep Gladiator’s ground clearance is a whopping 10.0 inches, making it a strong vehicle for any type of terrain.

Experts recommend a minimum of 8.5 inches for any amount of off-roading, but the most adventurous among us should look for a ground clearance between 8.8 and 10.8 inches for ideal capabilities. Basically, the higher the vehicle’s minimum clearance, the more confident you can be on wild and rough terrains.

Compared to the

Jeep Wrangler

’s 9.7 inches of ground clearance, it’s clear that the Gladiator steps it up a notch—and it’s even higher than many pickup truck competitors, like the popular 2022

Toyota Tacoma

, which has 9.4 inches of ground clearance.

Torque

Power matters much more than speed when you’re off-road, so low-end torque is a necessity—that is, high amounts of torque but at a lower rpm.

The 2022 Jeep Gladiator has a 3.6-liter V-6 engine that produces 250 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. That’s pretty powerful!

Tires

The 2022 Jeep Gladiator comes standard with a set of BFGoodrich Mud Terrain LT255/75SR17 tires, specifically designed for rough terrain.

What does that mean? Well, as the name suggests, mud-terrain tires provide better off-road traction in extreme terrains. If you're looking to conquer rocky, steep, mud-filled landscapes, mud-terrain tires are the obvious option—although it’s important to note that they might be a little bit clunky on regular roads.

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Drivetrain

The 2022 Jeep Gladiator comes standard with four-wheel drive, which is a drivetrain specifically designed to withstand the worst off-roading you can throw at it.

Angles

Two other factors that drastically affect off-roading abilities are approach angle—the maximum angle at which a vehicle can climb without interference—and departure angle—the maximum angle at which a vehicle can descend without interference.

Here’s how the Gladiator stacks up:

Approach angle: 40.8 degrees

Departure angle: 25.0 degrees

That means you can handle some pretty steep rises and dips, though you’ll have to be more careful going down than up!

Off-road rating: Trail boss

We’ve rated the 2022 Jeep Gladiator using

Jerry’s

super-technical DIRT rating system, broken down in the table below:

Rating	Meaning	Description
D	Don’t Try It	Vehicles better suited to highway conditions
I	In a Pinch	Vehicles that can handle off-road conditions in certain circumstances
R	Rough and Ready	Vehicles designed for casual off-roading
T	Trail Boss	True off-road vehicles capable of tackling a range of terrain

We’re confident assigning the 2022 Jeep Gladiator the top DIRT rating of T, because—like so many Jeeps—it’s designed with dirt and mud in mind. While the Wrangler may be slightly nimbler on the trails, the Gladiator has unmatched power and ground clearance and is far more capable on rough terrains compared to popular pickup truck competitors.

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The best off-road alternatives to the 2022 Jeep Gladiator

If you’re looking for a vehicle that has the off-road capabilities that Jeep is known for, combined with the power, performance, and practicality of a pickup truck, then the 2022 Jeep Gladiator is a top-notch option.

However, the Gladiator is certainly a bit funky looking—as far as pickup trucks go—and it is a bit clunky in that it doesn’t handle super smoothly on paved roads.

If you want something that can go off-road, but rides a little bit more comfortably on-road—or even if you just want something that looks a little bit more refined—take a look at some of the following options:

Model	Price	Description
Toyota Tacoma	$26,500	The Tacoma is a crowd favorite when it comes to mid-size trucks, and its sleek looks are what more buyers expect in a pickup. It rivals the Gladiator in terms of off-roading capabilities, especially when purchased with a TRD trim level. The best truck for you will depend entirely on personal preference and style.
Chevrolet Colorado	$25,200	The Chevy Colorado is significantly more affordable than the Gladiator, and also much more comfortable. It offers a quieter, smoother ride out on the highway and is generally easier to live with every day—but be warned that it’s not nearly as capable.
Ford Ranger	$25,285	One significant advantage that the Ranger has over the Gladiator is that it has a strong turbocharged four-cylinder engine—however, that’s really the only major benefit (other than the smaller price tag). Otherwise, the Jeep is superior off-road and far more comfortable in terms of interior.

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Taking your vehicle off-road raises the risk of damages, so insurance companies generally charge a bit more for policies that protect classic off-road vehicles like Jeeps.

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