“What we do in life reverberates forever,” says Maximus Decimus Meridius – aka The Gladiator. Look, we’re not too sure about eternity, but for the week we had it Ol’ Maxi boy to take the like-named horse in the Jeep into battle I’m pretty sure I’m going to lose his poop.
The Big Red, as we affectionately named it, is the second generation of the J-Series and traces its American heritage back to its 1962 introduction. ).
It’s big, tough, muscular, and rugged, and with just black accents and Rubicon decals, it’s intimidating at its best. increase.
Just like a regular Jeep 4×4, it is sure to captivate its occupants with its charm of adventure and exploration. The Gladiator Rubicon also has remote start capabilities, and her four-wheel drive system is built to handle literally anything.
From off-road to suburban, nothing is too rugged. Fire up all 24 valves of the 3.6-liter Pentastar petrol engine, engage the 8-speed transmission and harness 209kW of power and his 347Nm of torque to blast your way through the urban jungle and off-road jungle.
“Hey Siri, play Guns N’ Roses – Welcome to the Jungle”. Connect to your retention system and plug in the goodness of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
A media hub consisting of 2 USB-A, USB-C, AUX and 12V lets you blast songs through your own media library. Even Chris de Burgh’s Lady In Red sounded magical through the Alpine premium 9-speaker audio system with subwoofer.
There is also AM/FM and DAB+ digital radio and satellite navigation. A 7.0-inch multi-view display in the instrument cluster also keeps the driver informed, and the anti-theft alarm system, parking assist system and adaptive cruise control are standard.
Heated seats and steering, Rubicon embroidery, durable plastic trim, a ‘wow’ grab handle, six cup holders and plenty of storage options complete the Jeep interior heritage.
There’s plenty of room in the back for child seats, teens and adults too, but don’t let the second row charging port get lost. It has a full speed forward collision warning system.
It also has blind spot monitoring, rear cross-path detection, LED inside and outside, automatic headlights with auto-leveling, and a crystal clear rear vision camera for back-end obstacle and off-road awareness.
You can head over to Jeep’s website and create your own spec sheet to see the full list of standard equipment (see what we did there). If you’re feeling adventurous, gladiators also have special abilities.
As you can see, you can slip into something more comfortable to suit your driving conditions and requirements. If you want to get properly naked, it all features removable doors, removable windows, and a 3-piece removable hardtop.
Walking in sand, dirt, mud, H2O, or crawling over rocks is all possible, and the Gladiator sports removable carpet and floor drain plugs to easily wash off the rest (although a dedicated Don’t throw away the leather trimmings).
If you want to get closer to nature, the Jeep is ready for gladiator battle with an electronic front sway bar disconnect, 77.2:1 crawl ratio, 2-inch diameter FOX aluminum body shocks and active Rock-Trac. On demand 4×4 system.
It also features Tru-Lok front and rear locking differentials, a skid plate under the fuel tank, a transfer case and transmission, and heavy-duty locking sliders with step assist to protect all the vital bits when going one-on-one . Wilderness and one.
You get Hill Start Assist, Traction Control and Electronic Roll Mitigation for additional support. The Jeep Off-Road Pages (included app) also detail Gladiator’s off-road capabilities.
View vehicle dynamics, real-time view of steering angle, rear axle rocker and wheel articulation, suspension modes, pitch and roll, active selective terrain mode, dozens of gauges and more.
To add to your 2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon’s off-road driving resume, it’s sporting the official Jeep “Trail Rated” badge. This means that this terrible jeep passed his series of tests in five categories: traction, water flow, maneuverability, articulation and ground clearance.
But back to the beast itself. Luxurious 17″ Granite Crystal Alloy wheels are wrapped in aggressive looking BF Goodrich 255/75 Muddy. Road noise in the cabin can be easily drowned out by turning up the beat or going topless (optional).
The Gladiator Rubicon is not your ideal daily commuter. An off-road Goliath fit for purpose. It behaves well on the road, but its bulk and tendency to body roll when cornering can provide unexpected drift options in heavy rain.
It has an ANCAP safety rating of 3 stars and a braked towing capacity of 2,721kg. In total the Jeep claimed fuel consumption of 12.4 liters/100 km, and during testing he averaged 14.0. With prices starting at $87,250 for the car, it also comes with a great selection of accessories.
Eight exterior colors are available, including our test vehicle’s Firecracker Red, and two interior leather trim options (black or dark saddle). Comes with a 5-year 100,000km warranty and Lifetime Roadside Assist.
As an owner, you can also be part of an exclusive small group who love nothing more than to wave to fellow Jeep owners. Fellow enthusiasts form a dedicated community, some organizing drive days and group events.
For more information, please visit the Jeep Australia website. As always, we encourage you to shop for great deals. Alternatively, you can visit PriceMyCar for the lowest price. If you are interested and need financing, please contact CreditOne.
The test vehicle was provided by Jeep Australia. For more information on the 2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, please contact your local Jeep dealer. Thanks to his Amaroo Park friends for access to the venue.
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