Jeep Gladiator vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Jeep Gladiator. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Jeep Gladiator | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 177 | 1,076 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 6 and 25 | 39 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 18,000 miles | 29,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 16 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 28 | 22 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,000 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 177 complaints for the Jeep Gladiator and 1,076 for the Ram 1500. 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, 16 for the Ram 1500.