Stellantis' Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio has begun the production of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator. Produced alongside its Wrangler counterpart, the 2024 Jeep Gladiator undergoes a series of updates. Thus, ensuring it's going to be another marketable car from Stellantis.

2024 Jeep Gladiator

The 2024 Jeep Gladiator, classified as a midsize pickup truck, accommodates a maximum of five occupants. It comes in one setup, featuring a four-door crew cab paired with a 5-foot bed, and offers four primary trim options: Sport, Willys, Rubicon, and Mojave.

Its latest upgrade is set to carry on the legacy of its predecessors. Stellantis will provide latest enhancements both on its performance, power, interior, and exterior.

As per CarBuzz report, since its debut in 2019, the Toledo Assembly Complex has been the home for Jeep Gladiator. It has with over 345,000 units manufactured to date. The 2024 Jeep Gladiator is currently being produced in the same facility as its forerunners.
Bill Peffer, Jeep North America's leader, noted that over 5,400 UAW-affiliated workers at the Toledo Assembly Complex contribute their expertise, dedication, and enthusiasm daily to craft the latest 2024 Jeep Gladiator for our global clientele.

Jeep has implemented several noteworthy changes for the 2024 model year. While not particularly flashy, the enhanced safety features take precedence. Across the lineup, first- and second-row side curtain airbags are now standard, along with pre-tensioners and load limiters for the second-row outboard seatbelts.

Additionally, except for the Sport trim, all models now come equipped with forward collision warning and advanced cruise control. Redesigned seven-slot grille, updated wheel designs, and a new 12.3-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 software are among the other changes. Jeep Adventure Guides, and Bluetooth connectivity for two mobile devices comes through this upgraded system.

Therefore, improving responsiveness and also introduces new functionalities like over-the-air map updates, Jeep has also expanded the Gladiator range with the introduction of the more capable Mojave X and Rubicon X trims. Furthermore, the base pricing has been lowered to below $40,000.

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As reported by WTOL11, the debut of the new model year comes approximately three months after a strike halted production at the Toledo Assembly complex for six weeks in 2023. Nearly 6,000 Jeep workers in Toledo were among the United Auto Workers members across the nation who engaged in strikes against Stellantis, Ford, and General Motors.

In terms of production, Gladiator assembly takes place at the South plant section of the Toledo Assembly Complex, while the North plant is responsible for manufacturing Jeep Wranglers.

Previously, Toledo's Jeep plant served as the production site for the Cherokee until the final Toledo-assembled model of that vehicle ceased production in 2017. Subsequently, Cherokee manufacturing operations were relocated to Belvidere, Illinois. Two years later, Toledo's Jeep plant transitioned to producing Gladiators.

The Price Cut for 2024 Jeep Gladiator

Fans of Jeep Gladiators are going to receive a bonus. In addition to the most recent improvements that will improve driving and adventure, Stellantis offers a price cut for 2024 Jeep Gladiator.

According to CarScoops, the 2024 Gladiator is now offered in Mojave X and Rubicon X versions, boasting additional luxurious features. The 2024 Sport S stands higher in the Gladiator lineup than the Sport model. Priced at $43,290, it reflects a discount of $1,195 compared to its 2023 counterpart.

Nevertheless, Jeep has raised the prices for the Mojave and Rubicon variants, with both now commencing at $54,890, representing a $1,750 increase from previous levels.

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