This is the first ever
‘Desert Rated’ Jeep 4×4, said to represent the ultimate in high-speed off-road
capability and performance. Boosting this truck’s ability to tackle rough
terrain are the specially-tuned FOXTM 2.5-inch internal bypass shocks with
external reservoirs, the front hydraulic jounce bumpers, reinforced frame,
one-inch front suspension lift with silver front skid plate, stronger axles
with cast-iron steering knuckles, aggressive front seats with integrated upper
bolsters, plus the standard 33-inch Falken Wildpeak All-terrain tires.
Jeep has also added Performance Parts to
the Mojave spec, such as step sand slider side rails, and the
previously-mentioned silver front skid plate. The Gladiator Mojave can take on
up to 544 kg of payload and tow up to 2.7 tons.
Then there’s the ‘Off-Road Plus’ button,
which once pushed, will help you adjust throttle, transmission shift points and
traction control for “peak performance on higher speed passes on sand terrain,
as well as during low-speed rock crawling.” This new drive mode will also let
you lock the rear axle at high speed while in “4H” – a feature that will debut
later this year.
Powering the Jeep Gladiator Mojave is a
3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, producing 285 HP and 352 Nm of
torque. Buyers can either go for the six-speed manual transmission or the
optional eight-speed automatic.
As for its interior, there are upgraded
bolstered seats (leather or cloth with orange accent stitching and embroidered
logos), an available forward-facing off-road camera and a competition-inspired
leather steering wheel.
