What’s New for 2026

The all-new 2026 Jeep Gladiator is ready to take on every challenge life throws your way. Available now at Chris Crain Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Benton, AR, this mid-size pickup truck blends Jeep’s legendary off-road strength with everyday truck practicality. Whether you’re hauling, towing, or exploring the backroads near Bryant or Little Rock, the Gladiator delivers rugged capability with modern comfort and style.

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator arrives with refreshed styling, enhanced technology, and increased capability than ever before. Jeep has refined every detail to give you the perfect balance between power, comfort, and performance.

Here’s what’s new for 2026:

-A redesigned front grille and upgraded LED headlights
-Larger touchscreen with next-generation Uconnect 5 system
-Improved suspension tuning for smoother rides
-Enhanced interior insulation for a quieter cabin
-Expanded standard safety and driver-assist features

From Benton to Little Rock, the new Gladiator turns heads while offering the muscle and performance that make Jeep famous.

Performance & Towing Capacity

Built to work hard and play harder, the 2026 Gladiator offers powerful performance and best-in-class utility for the mid-size truck segment. Whether you’re towing equipment, hauling lumber, or hitting the trails, this Jeep can do it all.

Performance highlights include:

-3.6L Pentastar V6 engine producing strong horsepower and torque
-Choice of 8-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission
-Maximum towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds* (when properly equipped)
-Payload capacity up to 1,725 pounds
-Available Selec-Speed Control for smooth, controlled descents
-Legendary Trail Rated 4x4 capability for Jeep-level toughness

If you need to tow your boat to the lake or haul supplies around Benton or Bryant, the Gladiator gives you the muscle to handle the job with confidence.

Interior & Technology

Inside the 2026 Jeep Gladiator, ruggedness meets refinement. The cabin is designed to keep you connected, comfortable, and in control — whether you’re out on a job site or exploring the great outdoors.

Interior and tech features include:

-Available 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with crisp graphics and fast response
-Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
-Optional Alpine premium audio system
-Dual-zone automatic climate control
-Optional leather-trimmed seats with heating and ventilation
-Removable roof panels and doors for true open-air Jeep freedom

You’ll also appreciate clever features like multiple USB ports, in-bed power outlets, and an optional forward-facing off-road camera. From downtown Benton to the highways around Little Rock, the Gladiator makes every trip more enjoyable.

Off-Road Capability

The 2026 Gladiator is the only mid-size pickup that’s 100% Jeep — which means off-road capability isn’t optional; it’s standard. Designed for drivers who live for adventure, the Gladiator is built to go anywhere you point it.

Off-road performance features include:

-Rock-Trac or Command-Trac 4x4 systems, depending on trim
-Locking front and rear differentials for serious traction
-Off-Road+ Mode that fine-tunes throttle and transmission response
-Fox performance shocks available on Mojave models
-Heavy-duty Dana axles and steel skid plates for protection
-Water fording capability up to 31.5 inches

When you’re tackling dirt trails near North Little Rock or rocky climbs outside Central Arkansas, the 2026 Gladiator is engineered to handle it all.