Jeep Gladiator vs Toyota Tacoma
The Jeep Gladiator is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Jeep Gladiator | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 456 | 119 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 3 | 14 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 20,000 miles | 8,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 28 | 19 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,000 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 456 complaints for the Jeep Gladiator and 119 for the Toyota Tacoma. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 8 for the Jeep Gladiator, 0 for the Toyota Tacoma.