Honda Ridgeline vs Jeep Gladiator
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Jeep Gladiator
Overview
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Jeep GladiatorSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | Sport |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Jeep GladiatorSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,595 | $39,820 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,900 (best) | $21,101 |
| Median listing price | $45,144 (best) | $45,604 |
| Highest listing price | $51,225 (best) | $74,749 |
| For sale now | 195 | 417 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Jeep GladiatorSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.5 gal | 22 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Jeep GladiatorSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 285 hp (best) |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft (best) | 260 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Jeep GladiatorSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 7.3 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 4,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,583 lbs (best) | 1,025 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lbs (best) | 4,695 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | 10 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 125.2 in | 137.3 in (best) |
| Length | 210.2 in | 218 in (best) |
| Width | 78.6 in (best) | 73.8 in |
| Height | 70.8 in | 75 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda RidgelineSport | Jeep GladiatorSport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Honda Ridgeline | Jeep Gladiator |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $40,595 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $39,820 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | RTL $43,395 MSRP | Sport S $43,015 MSRP |
| 3 | TrailSport $45,795 MSRP | Willys $45,750 MSRP |
| 4 | TrailSport+HPD Wheels $46,995 MSRP | Texas Trail $45,820 MSRP |
| 5 | Black Edition $47,195 MSRP | 85th Anniversary Edition $46,810 MSRP |
| 6 | Black Edition Two-Tone $47,695 MSRP | Sahara $48,115 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Willys 41 $48,360 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Rewind $49,245 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Rubicon $52,520 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Mojave $53,215 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Shadow Ops $57,515 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Rubicon X $60,515 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Mojave X $61,210 MSRP |
Live inventory
Honda Ridgeline195 for sale
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Jeep Gladiator417 for sale
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Honda Ridgeline vs Jeep Gladiator FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Ridgeline vs 2026 Jeep Gladiator on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator starts lower at $39,820. Live Honda Ridgeline listings start at $17,900. Live Jeep Gladiator listings start at $21,101.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- The 2026 Jeep Gladiator leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,820).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- The 2026 Honda Ridgeline leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- The 2026 Jeep Gladiator leads on horsepower in this comparison (285).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda Ridgeline or 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- The 2026 Jeep Gladiator leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Ridgeline vs 2026 Jeep Gladiator?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Ridgeline (5/5 NHTSA overall); Jeep Gladiator (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).