Compare the 2023 Jeep® Gladiator to the 2023 Chevy Colorado
When you're searching for the perfect adventuring partner, you want a truck that can handle your wildest journeys around Kernersville, NC. The 2023 Jeep® Gladiator is designed to outshine other trucks with its impressive off-road capabilities and stellar utility. Conquering your favorite trails is easy and fun when you're behind the wheel of the Gladiator, and you can leave rivals like the 2023 Chevy Colorado in the dust. So, how do the Gladiator and Colorado look when compared side by side? Take a look at our overview to learn more.
Open-Air Freedom
The Gladiator looks a bit like a Jeep® Wrangler with a truck bed, but it's more than just a passing resemblance. Like the Wrangler, the Gladiator offers the option to remove the roof and door panels, creating open-air freedom in a pickup truck that is yet to be seen elsewhere in the industry. The Gladiator is made to fuel your love for the great outdoors, and it offers the opportunity to enjoy a oneness with nature that the Colorado can't match.
The Chevy Colorado is like any other pickup truck in that it doesn't offer the option to embrace your wild side. The doors and roof panels remain firmly attached while Gladiator drivers can enjoy the wind in their hair as they venture along their favorite trails.
Engine Options
The Gladiator comes with the legendary 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine under the hood, which supplies up to 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. You can also opt for the available 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine, which offers 260 horsepower and impressive 442 pound-feet of torque.
The Colorado starts with a 237-horsepower engine, so it requires an upgrade to a 2.7L Turbo Plus engine to get more horsepower than the base Gladiator. The Colorado also does not offer a diesel option, making the Gladiator a great choice if you're looking for more power and more diverse options right off the bat.
Interior Space
The interior dimensions of the Gladiator and Colorado are similar, but taller passengers are likely to appreciate the Gladiator. Both models offer seating for up to five passengers, but the interior of the Gladiator offers more wiggle room in more of the places where it counts.
You'll find more front headroom, rear headroom, and rear legroom in the Gladiator, making it easier for drivers and passengers to stretch out and get comfortable without worrying as much about bumping the roof - if you even have the roof attached in the first place.
Off-Road Capability
The Gladiator certainly looks the part of an off-road warrior with its ten inches of ground clearance over the Colorado's 7.9 inches and its seven-slot grille, but it has far more than looks to speak to its capabilities off the beaten path. All Gladiator models are Trail Rated, which marks the lineup as having superior ground clearance, water fording, articulation, traction, and maneuverability. The Gladiator features equipment to help you tame rugged terrain, such as electronic locking differentials, rock rails, and more.
The Colorado is capable off-road as well, but you'll need to climb the trim ladder to unlock its off-roading potential. The Gladiator is designed with off-roading in mind, and it comes ready to tackle rough terrain with ease.
Schedule a Test Drive
Want to get a better look at the Jeep Gladiator and how it stacks up against the competition? Visit our dealership today to schedule a test drive. Our team can get you into the driver's seat and set you on the path toward adventure. If you're ready to get into the ring with the Gladiator, visit our Jeep® dealership serving Kernersville, NC today.
