The Jeep Gladiator lineup is expanding as
the company has introduced the new Altitude variant. Based on the Gladiator
Sport S, the Altitude embraces the black-out trend as it features black badging
and a black hardtop. The model also rides on 18-inch aluminum wheels which have
a Granite Crystal finish as well as Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain tires.
Elsewhere, there are body-color fender
flares and a body-color grille with Dark Gray accents. Those same accents can
also be found on the headlight rings. Interior changes are minor, but drivers
will find black cloth seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with black
stitching. The model also has Wizard Black trim and Wizard Black bezels.
In terms of equipment, there’s air
conditioning, power windows and 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The
Gladiator Altitude also comes with remote keyless entry and an eight-speaker
audio system. Power is provided by a familiar 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine
that produces 285 hp and 353 Nm of torque. It is
connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission which is paired to a
standard four-wheel drive system.
The Gladiator Altitude will arrive at
dealerships shortly and pricing starts at $40,340 – excluding a $1,495
destination charge.
