Should You Buy a Jeep Gladiator Rubicon or Jeep Gladiator Mojave?

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    Should You Buy a Jeep Gladiator Rubicon or Jeep Gladiator Mojave?
    Today we compare these two Jeeps to help you determine if you should buy a Jeep Gladiator Rubicon or Jeep Gladiator Mojave. Let us know in the comments which Gladiator is your favorite!
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    Chapters:
    0:00 Intro
    0:34 Jeep uses
    1:01 Gladiator Mojave
    4:42 Gladiator Rubicon
    7:54 My experiences with both
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  • @zachleavitt3408
    @zachleavitt3408 9 місяців тому +23

    Personally, the mojave is better for the gladiator, rubicon for the wrangler. If your gona be a heavy rock crawler you really dont want the gladiators break over angles, and if your gona be going high speed offroad you dont want the wranglers short wheelbase which makes it more unstable.

    • @jimmyhelm4894
      @jimmyhelm4894 8 місяців тому +1

      My thoughts too

    • @ec-uploads
      @ec-uploads 4 місяці тому

      ua-cam.com/video/JgtrAXq3qSI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared

    • @ec-uploads
      @ec-uploads 4 місяці тому

      my video 5 days after I drove my Mojave off the lot. My friend in the JKUR didn't want any. I didn't quite hit 60 MPH right there because the truck was new to me but I would do that at 90 now

    • @olliecrow3547
      @olliecrow3547 4 дні тому

      Agreed 👍

  • @alexkuehne3822
    @alexkuehne3822 2 роки тому +27

    Love that y'all did a side by side on these. I went back and forth for nearly 4 months before deciding on a 2022 Mojave with a manual transmission. No regrets whatsoever on it. Traded in my 2018 JLU sahara for it and couldn't be happier. Not only is the suspension awesome, but it is nice knowing it has the reinforced frame and cast knuckles. Excellent video.

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you Alex, glad you like your Mojave!

    • @Stevel_
      @Stevel_ 6 місяців тому

      How is the manual? I wanted to get one but someone told me it's not a great match for this low torque engine compared to the 8 speed auto.

  • @jabaltorres5640
    @jabaltorres5640 Рік тому

    Great comprehensive review and comparison. Thanks for publishing

  • @seanabbott8821
    @seanabbott8821 Місяць тому

    Very informative video. I especially like the attention to detail. Great job!

  • @parrott350
    @parrott350 2 роки тому +2

    Great video Matt, Liked and subscribed. I went with the Mojave with the ZF-850RE. That eight speed really helps the pentastar in so many ways! I couldn't agree more, the best riding truck ! My friends always say it rides great. Thank you for your videos, Watching for a loose 392 rubicon if you all get one for sale that no one picked up : ) Thanks, sam.

  • @carperdiem8754
    @carperdiem8754 Рік тому

    Great info thanks

  • @deadly134
    @deadly134 Рік тому +22

    It was a no brainer for me rubicon is superior if you do anything remotely off road having those lockers front and rear are game changers. The whole thing about the Mojave is those shocks. If you modify the vehicle at all they would be one of the first things swapped out. If you don’t modify things you want a nice comfy stock vehicle go Mojave if you lift your vehicles or modify in anyway go rubi.

    • @stephencarbajal5657
      @stephencarbajal5657 Рік тому +3

      Reinforced pretty much everything is better.. A front locker can be installed later if you feel like you need one as well as a sway bar disconnect or run the rockjock sway bar system. Beefier is better your only dog in the fight is a locker?

    • @ddrip5736
      @ddrip5736 Рік тому +3

      if you want modify, just buy a basic

    • @brianreynolds188
      @brianreynolds188 11 місяців тому +2

      Mohave for me ❤

    • @Texasfinalboss831
      @Texasfinalboss831 10 місяців тому

      Very true! And if you do wanna go a little bit in the sand now & then, & rock climb, then go with rubi! Just simply cause of the apparent ability to modify it without complications & be able to do any & all off roading you want!! Rubi is your sweet spot!!! But it is definitely first & foremost mountain trail & rock climber monster than anything!!! But it can do a little desert runs too!! When I can somehow, I wanna get the gladiator rubicon, for sure!!!

    • @celticsfaninthedesert4778
      @celticsfaninthedesert4778 9 місяців тому +2

      @@Texasfinalboss831the Mojave is definitely better than a Rubicon

  • @AhimaazandCushiruntogether
    @AhimaazandCushiruntogether 2 місяці тому

    Sweet. Answered my questions.👍

  • @unknowndestinyfabrication3872
    @unknowndestinyfabrication3872 5 місяців тому

    Great video.

  • @shmac96
    @shmac96 Рік тому

    Awesome side by side review! Thank you! Apologies if I missed it but because of the different gearing is the Mojave better or worse than the average Gladiator? Thanks!

  • @GIGrandpa
    @GIGrandpa 4 місяці тому

    Having a TJ set up for crawling duties and wanting a daily driver in Colorado I went with the Mojave for the better ride quality, better seats and the option of getting the Select-Trac transfer case with the 8 speed automatic...grest video though

  • @bobvedder2451
    @bobvedder2451 Рік тому

    I have a red gladiator rubicon which i love. It is used to perform duties around my property ie.haul firewood, garbage etc. I installed a 12000 winch with synthetic rope, which i pretensioned by dragging heavy logs to be bucked up.

  • @no_lft_shft
    @no_lft_shft 11 місяців тому +1

    It's crazy they didn't use the same bolstering in each truck since the rubicon you'll be leaning quite a bit when wheeling.

  • @BetaBuxDelux
    @BetaBuxDelux 6 місяців тому +2

    Just get both.

  • @Grodd70
    @Grodd70 Рік тому +6

    Both are great trucks and it comes down to what you really want to use truck for. I went with Rubi, it fits my needs better since I wanted the fullest off -road capability. Orange is my favorite color so I really wanted to go Majove but both models fully loaded with all options are the same price. Yes, the Mojave has amazing Fox suspension but I wasn't about to jump my truck, the re-enforced frame is cool especially for towing, but I don't tow. SO it came down to dollar for dollar at the same price the Rubicon I felt offered more. Lockers front and rear, automatic sway bar disconnect and a crawler transfer case.

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  Рік тому

      Great points!

    • @rve3716
      @rve3716 Рік тому

      gladiator rubicon has an option for max tow package which can tow up to 7,700lbs

  • @eddieellison7679
    @eddieellison7679 Рік тому

    Great video about the Jeep’s! A lot of good information... All except what engine is in the damn things!!

  • @bboylorettoEight08
    @bboylorettoEight08 Рік тому

    I was hoping they did a blue interior version or all black on the rubicon

  • @BillyBennecke
    @BillyBennecke 2 роки тому +4

    Yeah, I got my Mojave 2.5 lifted (rubicon lift kit), with shock and bumpstop extensions, didn't toss any of the cool suspension parts away... and 37" tires. Other than the fact that some undesirable folks (exwife) have trouble getting in and out of the rig, she drives like a Cadillac. After I regear I figure she'll do some rock crawling too.

  • @vicranger6876
    @vicranger6876 Рік тому +2

    That is crazy no 392 for option in the Gladiator . Also as an alternative, a turbo for the v6 . The lack of these is ignorant on Jeep’s part.

  • @user-in3ry2lh4r
    @user-in3ry2lh4r Рік тому

    Love both ,too. King of king of truck.

  • @johnnie5442
    @johnnie5442 6 місяців тому

    If you're looking to also tow stuff... ? Trailers?

  • @scottsymons6152
    @scottsymons6152 2 роки тому +2

    No wonder I have a problem deciding what to get. I had a Gladiator Mojave. 2021 loaded with everything. And 6-speed manual transmission. Love the way it handled. Nacho color, matching roof and fenders. Off white/light gray interior color. Great video.

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching!!!

    • @DUNEATV
      @DUNEATV 2 роки тому

      Had?

    • @scottsymons6152
      @scottsymons6152 2 роки тому

      @@DUNEATVYep. 120 mile round trip everyday 5-6 days a week for work. Just got to be to much in fuel at the time. Traded down for a brand new Mazda6. Since then I've gotten a 2.00/hr raise and some things have changed. I want back into a Jeep again. Wrangler or Gladiator. Miss driving a Jeep. Good or bad.

    • @DUNEATV
      @DUNEATV 2 роки тому

      @@scottsymons6152 Get a Rubicon package if possible they are awesome!

    • @scottsymons6152
      @scottsymons6152 2 роки тому

      @@DUNEATV It will be a Rubicon or another Mojave. Guaranteed.

  • @justinaden2043
    @justinaden2043 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Matt, FYI - I think that front skid plate is actually aluminum, and not steel, like you mentioned in the comparison Mojave vs. Rubicon Gladiator video. Rubicon Hard Rocks are the only models I know of that have a steel front skid plate from the factory. Recons might too. Thanks for the videos!

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому +2

      Good point!

    • @zachleavitt3408
      @zachleavitt3408 9 місяців тому +1

      No it's steel from the factory, I've watched plenty of people do magnet tests on the factory plates. Basically anything aluminum in the Rubicon below becomes steel in the mojave.

  • @droid0311
    @droid0311 7 місяців тому

    What is better as a daily driver with snowy winters and crap roads?

  • @madmonster5182
    @madmonster5182 5 місяців тому

    I’m planning to go for 2022 Mojave but I’m worried about the level of noise in the cabin ? Normally all these vehicles are little bit noisy while driving and feels little uncomfortable because of that, so I wonder if anyone can confirm if the ride quality and noise aren’t that bad. Thanks for the nice video and keep it up

  • @Badkitty17
    @Badkitty17 Рік тому

    Do the doors come off ? Nice for cruising down the highway ?

  • @craigvergiels6097
    @craigvergiels6097 2 роки тому

    Hi first time responding, why did you not mention the dual shocks in the rear and isn't that a bit stiff both on road or trail. Currently debating differences but I love my comfort! Still unsure but your video was very helpful. Thanks

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Reservoir shocks provide additional cooling to make the ride more comfortable when off-road

  • @Fareenish
    @Fareenish Рік тому

    What is the towing capacity on Rubicon? Ok to pull 7000lb+ campers?

  • @craigdoesstuff5270
    @craigdoesstuff5270 Рік тому +11

    Such a difficult decision the Mojave would be definitely better for everyday but the extra towing capacity in the Rubicon is hard to give up

  • @HIMcules2112
    @HIMcules2112 2 роки тому +5

    Those orange accents look so good 👍

  • @markneville1316
    @markneville1316 Рік тому +1

    Living in the Midwest I’m glad I bought the Rubicon. Used to live in AZ and honestly I still would not have bought the Mojave. Rarely need the “desert” feel unless you travel to Yuma. Rubicon still makes more sense in the valley due to the rocks.

    • @_slickyricky
      @_slickyricky 11 місяців тому +1

      There are no rocks in the valley as everyone is smoking them.

  • @nunezchamp
    @nunezchamp Рік тому +2

    Getting the rubi in December hopefully

  • @ryans9123
    @ryans9123 Рік тому +1

    Would’ve been cool to actually see them next to each other face to face to see the height difference you can’t really tell at that angle

  • @barefoottribe
    @barefoottribe Рік тому

    talk me out of buying the ecodiesel 2022 gladiator rubicon.. whats the worst thing?

  • @matthewdean4140
    @matthewdean4140 4 місяці тому

    Il be honest i dont tow or do rock climbing. I just like gladiator rubicon. Is it worth getting just as a everyday car?

  • @davidb.turknett4447
    @davidb.turknett4447 2 роки тому +1

    I'll take my Sport S Max Tow, pulls my 5,500lb trailer and does off road really well.

  • @seraph8672
    @seraph8672 10 місяців тому

    I'm guessing the Mojave has no diesel option, purely due to the fact that it is heavier, which would make them have to do even more reinforcements to the suspension to account for us wanting to be goons, and jump the thing over dirt hills, and fly over pot holes. For me, I am much more likely to roll out on the beach, than through the woods, so either one is fine really, since you get in BIG trouble round these parts, if you do more than crawl on the beach.

  • @Jameswoodgo
    @Jameswoodgo Рік тому +1

    These things are terribly multiple recalls and lawsuits in Australia my best mate bought one had a multiple oil leaks a boat load of electrical gremlins sold it with 30k on the clock took a huge loss and is now the proud owner of a 70 series land cruiser talk about a rags to riches story hey. Shame they look so good

  • @mr.volleyball13
    @mr.volleyball13 2 роки тому +1

    What was your experience with the manual in the mojave like?

  • @BennyTygohome
    @BennyTygohome 2 роки тому +6

    Really excellent comparison points with them side by side. I think the other significant difference is the Rubicon has a 4:1 tcase while the Mojave has 2.72:1, while both have 4.10 axle gearing (unless you go diesel Rubicon which has 3.75 axle gearing.

  • @6Mictian9
    @6Mictian9 Рік тому

    Do you want to drive fast in the desert or tackle tough to extreme trails?

  • @ChadGerstmeyer-vr1sg
    @ChadGerstmeyer-vr1sg Рік тому

    The only thing great about the Mojave that Jeep should have done to the Rubicon is the frame is thicker all around, plus re-enforced and steel knuckles.

  • @H.ros666
    @H.ros666 4 місяці тому

    For me , Jeep Gladiator Rubicon .

  • @MetroCollectablesandvlogs
    @MetroCollectablesandvlogs Рік тому +5

    Test drove both 2022 models and pulled the trigger on the Mojave

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  Рік тому

      Awesome!

    • @closrod335
      @closrod335 Рік тому +1

      I did the same thing .. I drove a 2023 gladiator rubicon and it felt like crap .. as soon as I got into the Mojave ( before leaving the parking lot ) I felt in love with it ..

    • @MetroCollectablesandvlogs
      @MetroCollectablesandvlogs Рік тому

      @@closrod335 Hell yeah.... I thought I was nuts to think that as well. Its so smooth compared to the rubi.... I even went on a few trails with it and it was a champ. The locker came in handy and its a blast on (off road +) mode.

  • @pittste88
    @pittste88 2 роки тому +2

    Honestly I won’t even consider a gladiator till they add the recon package because it’s requirement to make these look decent

  • @def-supreme5409
    @def-supreme5409 Рік тому +2

    I've purchase the 2023 Gladiator Mojave yesterday on May 19, 2023 for $51,000 out the door (10,000 down) ( 5,000 bonus savings) 5.75% interest for $775.00 per-month); with this bad economy all interest rates are higher compared to three years ago at 2.75%, It's now cheaper to purchase new vehicles, the rates are lower along with incentives and rebates . So far the good about the 2023 Mojave Gladiator is the smell of the new interior, looks, performance, draws a lot of attention. The bad is the fuel economy ; I left the dealership with a full tank tank of gas, 20 min later it was a half of a tank, also the steering isn't stable, it's like playing Gran Turismo trying to stay on the road. Overall, its was a great purchase along with the yellow ducks and peace signs from other drivers all day.

  • @RaceMentally
    @RaceMentally Рік тому

    Got the Rubicon. Why? Diesel! If the gladiator had a 392 or Diesel on the Mojave I’d have that.

  • @Cruising_With_Slack
    @Cruising_With_Slack 5 місяців тому

    Can you do a 3.5” lift on Mojave with 37’s and keep the fox suspension??

    • @ec-uploads
      @ec-uploads 4 місяці тому

      Shock extensions... maybe? The AEV 2" Mojave lift works great with 37s.

  • @ryannewazada2102
    @ryannewazada2102 2 роки тому +3

    I'd love to see the comparisons for the Sport S and the Sports Altitude Gladiators.

  • @oxdogoxSF
    @oxdogoxSF Рік тому

    Orange vs Red I chose Orange

  • @Drpepperkev4
    @Drpepperkev4 Рік тому

    That's why the Mojave is not as good off road, it is better for the desert which is flat the Rubicon is mainly for mountains

  • @genebranson9204
    @genebranson9204 2 роки тому

    I say whatever one suits your needs.

  • @ec-uploads
    @ec-uploads 2 роки тому +5

    If you want to rock crawl get a Wrangler. Mojave is the best Gladiator.

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Great point!

    • @ec-uploads
      @ec-uploads 4 місяці тому

      ​@@SusquehannaAutomotiveua-cam.com/video/JgtrAXq3qSI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared

  • @leyn029
    @leyn029 11 місяців тому

    I mean why buy a Mojave if you can buy a Raptor for desert racing. That’s why we went with Rubicon and then have a Bronco Raptor which is on a different level then anything else out there from factory for high speed off-roading.

  • @shiftintohigh5564
    @shiftintohigh5564 Рік тому +4

    RUBI👍👍😎🇺🇸

  • @BajaTym
    @BajaTym Рік тому +1

    Great side-by-side companion. I must admit, I cringe every time I hear you mispronounce the word Mojave … it’s actually “mow haa vee”. But great info! Thanks 👍

  • @tims1415
    @tims1415 Рік тому

    High Altitude

  • @Billrovid
    @Billrovid 2 роки тому +2

    This is so annoying. Put the axles and shocks on the Mojave on the rubicon and you’d have the best truck bar none. Mojave with no front locker or sway bar disconnect make it as capable as any trim level jeep unless the one time you drive fast in the dessert.

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому +2

      Jeep should let us build them exactly the way we want!

    • @Billrovid
      @Billrovid 2 роки тому

      @@SusquehannaAutomotive Exactly why wouldn’t you just Make them all options

    • @ec-uploads
      @ec-uploads 4 місяці тому

      the one time.....ALL THE TIME.
      ua-cam.com/video/JgtrAXq3qSI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared

  • @rickster2929
    @rickster2929 2 роки тому

    Sport

    • @SusquehannaAutomotive
      @SusquehannaAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      Maybe we should compare all the trims at once!

    • @rickster2929
      @rickster2929 2 роки тому +1

      @@SusquehannaAutomotive I have a 2020 Gator 6speed love it 💪

  • @roselletolentino2761
    @roselletolentino2761 2 роки тому +1

    Mojave

  • @georgemelendez356
    @georgemelendez356 Рік тому

    Mojave ❤

  • @TerraFirmaX
    @TerraFirmaX 9 місяців тому

    Mojave "E" e ee e

  • @kevinbraud8570
    @kevinbraud8570 Місяць тому

    Don't buy a new vehicle until manufactures lower inflated prices.

  • @gunfunandstuff9226
    @gunfunandstuff9226 Рік тому

    Holy hell, entire vid is like one looooong run-on sentence. Listener fatigue set in right off the bat....had to skip watching after 30 seconds 😂😂

  • @stuartkidney3257
    @stuartkidney3257 3 місяці тому

    incessantly invoking his personal opinions everywhere in the video; always yammering about the "looks" and never getting to a 1 to 1 list of specs and features between the two models. Obviously, he went to a Gubbermit skool.

  • @DefinitelyNotYouThankGod
    @DefinitelyNotYouThankGod Рік тому

    MO-HA-VEE!!!! ENGLISH PLEASE… NOT SPANISH

  • @mocheeks709
    @mocheeks709 4 місяці тому +1

    Neither, Jeeps are junk

  • @samchristo1745
    @samchristo1745 6 місяців тому

    in the city, in the snow on the hwy? MOJAVE just rides better. it’s an inch taller than the Rubicon. The Mojave also has a wider stance. I love mine just got it 🫡🇺🇸

  • @elpatudo3670
    @elpatudo3670 4 місяці тому

    These things are deathtraps. Tons of cheap "offroad" bells & whistles attract the amateurs who load a bunch of after mkt. crap then go out & tear up the landscape & eventually wreck themselves and the vehicle. I'm still amazed at how jeep keeps producing absolute garbage & suckers keep paying for it.
    What a scam!!!