Jeep Gladiator value and depreciation
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Projected value of a new Jeep Gladiator
We class the Jeep Gladiator as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 55% after three years and 41% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% | R 1 065 328 | R 937 489 |
| 3 years | 55% | R 792 430 | R 697 338 |
| 5 years | 41% | R 589 439 | R 518 706 |
| 7 years | 30% | R 427 756 | R 376 425 |
| 10 years | 19% | R 264 442 | R 232 709 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 427 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The Gladiator arrived in South Africa in 2022 as a Rubicon-only 3.6 V6, priced at launch as the most expensive double cab on the market. It is essentially a Wrangler with a load bed and matches serious off-road hardware with niche appeal. Current pricing sits around R1.43 million and volumes remain tiny.
What used Gladiator years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Gladiator | R 1 427 900 | R 1 256 552 | Details → |
| 2025 Gladiator | R 1 009 789 | R 888 614 | Details → |
| 2024 Gladiator | R 825 500 | R 726 440 | Details → |
| 2023 Gladiator | R 674 844 | R 593 863 | Details → |
| 2022 Gladiator | R 551 684 | R 485 482 | Details → |
Gladiator against its rivals
Jeep Gladiator: common questions
What is a Jeep Gladiator worth after 3 years?
A Jeep Gladiator bought new today for R 1 427 900 is projected to be worth about R 792 430 after three years, which is 55% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 697 338.
Does the Jeep Gladiator hold its value?
We class the Jeep Gladiator as a weak-franchise mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 55% after three years and 41% after five. Perfectly good cars weighed down by dealer-network and parts-cost perception on the used market.
What does a used Jeep Gladiator cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 825 500 retail today, while a 2022 model sits around R 551 684. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Jeep Gladiator cost per month?
Financing a new Jeep Gladiator at R 1 427 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 24 957 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.