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2026 Ford F-150 vs 2026 Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator wins clearly, 86.6 to 72.9, on safety. The Ford F-150 is ahead on fuel & range and performance.

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2026 Ford F-150

The 2026 Ford F-150 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large pickup truck with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the F150 Pickup 2WD…

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2026 Jeep Gladiator

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator is sold in the U.S. as a gas large pickup truck. The most efficient version, the Gladiator 4WD, is EPA-rated at 19 mpg combined. NHTSA l…

Verdict · default weights

2026 Jeep Gladiator

Clear win

The Jeep Gladiator wins clearly, 86.6 to 72.9, on safety. The Ford F-150 is ahead on fuel & range and performance.

Safety2026 Jeep Gladiator leads by 52.7
Fuel & range2026 Ford F-150 leads by 21.1
Performance2026 Ford F-150 leads by 12.3
Category · weight2026 Jeep Gladiatoroverall 86.62026 Ford F-150overall 72.9
Pricew 4no datano data
Fuel & rangew 378.9100
Safetyw 491.839.1
Space & cargow 2no datano data
Performancew 287.7100
Tech & comfortw 3no datano data
Warrantyw 2no datano data
Overall86.672.9

Jeep Gladiator: model-level data · Ford F-150: base trim XL 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.

Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
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Specifications side by side

40 specs · manufacturer press kits
SpecJeep GladiatorFord F-150XL 4X2
Engine Basics
Aspirationtwin turbo
Cylinder count6
Engine displacement2,700 cc
Engine type (full description)2.7L V6 EcoBoost with Auto Start-Stop Technology
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve
Engine Output
Horsepower325 hp
Torque400 lb-ft
Fuel Economy
MPG (city)19 mpg
MPG (highway)25 mpg
Transmission
Transmission speeds10
Transmission typeautomatic
Dimensions Exterior
Ground clearance8.2 in
Overall height75 in
Overall length228 in
Overall width79.9 in
Wheelbase142 in
Cargo
Cargo volume behind 1st row77.4 cu-ft
Seating
Passenger seating capacity3
Headroom
Front headroom40.8 in
Legroom
Front legroom43.9 in
Weights
Payload capacity1,775 lbs
Suspension
Front suspension typeIndependent double-wishbone with coil-over shock
Rear suspension typeLeaf spring with solid axle
Steering
Steering typeElectronic power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)46.4 ft
Brakes
Front brake diameter350 mm
Front brake typeVented disc with ABS
Parking brake typeElectric
Rear brake diameter336 mm
Rear brake typeVented disc with ABS
Wheels
Wheel diameter17 in
Wheel materialsteel
Tires
Tire size245/70R17
Fuel System
Fuel tank capacity36 gal
Minimum recommended octane87
Connected Services
Connected services brandFord Connectivity
Connected services trial (premium tier)84 months
Connected services trial (standard tier)12 months
Shoulder Room
Front shoulder room66.7 in

Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.

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Safety record

NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAP

Jeep Gladiator

Safety Signal89 B
NHTSA overall
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★☆ / — / ★★★☆☆
Recalls2
Owner complaints3 · 0 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained aboutService Brakes (1), Engine (1), Unspecified (1)

Top recalls

  • highWheels26V456000 · 641 vehicles
  • minorBack Over Prevention26V531000 · 844,027 vehicles

Ford F-150

Safety Signal43 F
NHTSA overall★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls6 · 2 critical
Owner complaints11 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained aboutForward Collision Avoidance (6), Service Brakes (4), Electrical System (3)

Top recalls

  • criticalFuel System, Gasoline26V578000 · 223,472 vehicles
  • criticalStructure26V550000 · 23 vehicles
  • highSuspension26V577000 · 17 vehicles
  • highPower Train26V576000 · 37 vehicles
  • highPower Train25V863000 · 272,645 vehicles
  • minorExterior Lighting26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles

Ownership

EPA, manufacturer warranty
Jeep GladiatorFord F-150XL 4X2
Price(base trim)
Price range across trims20 trims
PowertrainsGASHEV, GAS
EPA configuration comparedGladiator 4WDF150 Pickup 2WD HEV
Combined mpg / MPGe1924
EPA annual fuel cost$3,300$2,600
EV range
Basic warranty3 yr / 36,000 mi
Powertrain warranty5 yr / 60,000 mi
Roadside assistance5 yr

Common questions

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

Which is better, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator or the 2026 Ford F-150?

The Jeep Gladiator wins clearly, 86.6 to 72.9, on safety. The Ford F-150 is ahead on fuel & range and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Jeep Gladiator scores 86.6 and the 2026 Ford F-150 72.9. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.

Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator or the 2026 Ford F-150?

2026 Jeep Gladiator: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 2 recalls. 2026 Ford F-150: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.

What are the differences between the 2026 Jeep Gladiator and the 2026 Ford F-150?

This page puts 40 specifications and 0 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.