Honda Ridgeline vs Jeep Gladiator (2026)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$995
- Ridgeline: 2 mpg better.
- Gladiator: $995 cheaper, 1.6 in more rear legroom.
- Gladiator wins 2 of 5 measures.
| Measure | Ridgeline | Gladiator | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $42,290 | $41,295 | Gladiator |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | N/A | N/A |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | N/A | N/A |
| MPG combined | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | Ridgeline |
| Rear legroom | 36.7 in | 38.3 in | Gladiator |
| Front legroom | 40.9 in | 41.2 in | About the same |
| Length | 210.2 in | 218.0 in | Not scored |
| Width | 78.6 in | 74.0 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Towing | 5,000 lb | N/A | N/A |
| Seats | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | N/A | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3 s estimate | N/A | N/A |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeline Sport AWD $40,795 | Gladiator Willys 41 4WD $39,820 | $975 |
| Gladiator Sport Crew Cab 4WD $39,300 | Ridgeline Sport AWD $40,795 | $1,495 |
Cost to run
About the same over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | Ridgeline | Gladiator |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $42,290 | $41,295 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,829 | $2,021 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $10,971 | $12,126 |
| Total, 6 years | $53,261 | $53,421 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: Ridgeline wins.
Gladiator wins if MPG weight is 1 or less.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Gladiator | 2% |
| MPG | Ridgeline | 10% |
| Power | N/A | |
| Space | N/A | |
| Towing | N/A |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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