Am I crazy for debating trading my gladiator for a TRX?

[Sorbs]

I think you need to see a urologist….or a plastic surgeon.

it‘s another Saturday morning when Wheeling98tj wakes up alone, again, after a night at the bar being told he's a penis face

Just for yucks I priced out a Ram with options that are available on the Jeep. It came out about 8 k more than my Mojave. The Mojave with a Gupton price and the Ram with 10k off.

You can make it much more expensive than that because the Ram can be had with many many luxury options that aren't available on the Jeep at all.

Oh well. I really don't like driving whales. So no amount of power is going to help that.

An opinion vs experience…yup, welcome to the internet folks.

I own both a TRX and a Launch Edition Gladiator so if anyone wants to ask a question instead of share their opinion my door is open…

Sponsored

 

[Clv22p]

I love them! I just can’t justify daily driving one.

 

[dcmdon]

it‘s another Saturday morning when Wheeling98tj wakes up alone, again, after a night at the bar being told he's a penis face

An opinion vs experience…yup, welcome to the internet folks.

I own both a TRX and a Launch Edition Gladiator so if anyone wants to ask a question instead of share their opinion my door is open…

I have plenty of experience in full sized pickup trucks. They are bigger than I like to drive. No amount of power or luxury is going to change that. Thats me. Everyone is different.

 

[Sorbs]

I have plenty of experience in full sized pickup trucks. They are bigger than I like to drive. No amount of power or luxury is going to change that. Thats me. Everyone is different.

So you admit you’ve not driven 702hp…so you’re opinion is moot…you’ve proven the internet wins…

 

[Mac]

JT has plenty of power for my use but the TRX is just so cool, the tech is amazing, the sound is amazing. I have driven a full size truck since ‘03 up until last year, had Jeeps with the full size trucks. Probably go back to a full size if I can get a TRX for $65k it makes it very appealing. IMO the mileage isn’t a big deal, my JT gets around 18mpg, TRX probably gets around 15mpg in normal use.

 

[DailyMoparGuy]

I don’t see an issue with it. The TRX is definitely a more badass truck, the baddest on the market in my opinion. If your pocket book allows for it, and you like it more, then pounce.

 

[Sorbs]

JT has plenty of power for my use but the TRX is just so cool, the tech is amazing, the sound is amazing. I have driven a full size truck since ‘03 up until last year, had Jeeps with the full size trucks. Probably go back to a full size if I can get a TRX for $65k it makes it very appealing. IMO the mileage isn’t a big deal, my JT gets around 18mpg, TRX probably gets around 15mpg in normal use.

MPG is 11 around town and 13 hwy but the smiles per gallon are infinite…?

 

[ranger5oh]

I just came from DD'ing an F-150 for the past 5 years to the gladiator. I also drove a Raptor prior to pulling the trigger on the Gladiator.

For me, the Raptors and TRX are just too damn big. If you live in an area where you ever have to go into a parking garage or even tight outdoor parking, the full sized trucks are a major headache. Also, unless you have a huge garage, they don't fit very well in standard garages at all.

However, while I do miss the power of the F-150 (and mine was just the 400HP ecoboost), i WAAAAAY more enjoy driving the gladiator.

Last, you will end up paying way over sticker. Probably at least $110-120k for a TRX right now. IMO, its better to have the gladiator and another $60k sportscar on the side. Best of both worlds.

 

[XJADDICTION]

AND…. One more thing, if you can afford a TRX (I am assuming you aren’t financing that thing) why would you be concerned about gas mileage. If you have the money you have it. Gas mileage is not a concern. My JT is getting 14-16 mpg, my Mustang GT manual should get 25 MPG… ? 450 HP and over 500 ft/lbs of torque with a 6 speed manual? Too much fun to push the skinny pedal… 17.5 mpg ?

 

[dcmdon]

So you admit you’ve not driven 702hp…so you’re opinion is moot…you’ve proven the internet wins…

Which part of "no amount of power or luxury changes that" don't you understand.

I have not driven a TRX. Power is addictive. But it doesn't make the truck smaller.

 

[JT Thomas]

Putting some thought into trading my Rubicon Gladiator for TRX. I love my Jeep but 702hp is calling my name.

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=611629446&zip=45030&referrer=/cars-for-sale/searchresults.xhtml?zip=45030&city=Harrison&incremental=all&modelCodeList=RM1500&makeCodeList=RAM&sortBy=derivedpriceDESC&location=%5Bobject+Object%5D&maxPrice=75000&lastExec=2021-11-05T18%3A30%3A33.276Z&state=OH&searchByDma=false&firstRecord=0&marketExtension=include&relevanceConfig=default&searchRadius=0&trimCodeList=RM1500%7CTRX&isNewSearch=false&numRecords=25&maxPrice=75000&searchByDma=false&firstRecord=0&modelCodeList=RM1500&makeCodeList=RAM&searchRadius=0&trimCodeList=RM1500|TRX&makeCode1=RAM&modelCode1=RM1500&clickType=listing

The full sized aspect with 3 kids now in the back seat is also appealing. My wife likes the idea of a full size again but isnt down with the $70k+ price tags on them.

Also side note I work from home this thing is pretty much a weekend toy only.

Love the A10. One of the ground pounders best friends. Got nothing on the TRX vs. Gladiator. You do you. Did I say I love the A10? ?

 

[Jasonblafrance]

I would probably consider a 392 instead but that is how much I live the JT

 

[Dryfly24]

I seriously don’t get these threads. If that’s what you like, do it. As far as I’m concerned there isn’t another truck on the market that appeals to me as much as the gladiator.

Well, maybe an Icon FJ-44 but I don't happen to have a spare $230K laying around at the moment…

 

[Clv22p]

JT has plenty of power for my use but the TRX is just so cool, the tech is amazing, the sound is amazing. I have driven a full size truck since ‘03 up until last year, had Jeeps with the full size trucks. Probably go back to a full size if I can get a TRX for $65k it makes it very appealing. IMO the mileage isn’t a big deal, my JT gets around 18mpg, TRX probably gets around 15mpg in normal use.

11 mpg with premium fuel required. Definitely a smiles per gallon truck.

 

[shrinkhead]

depends on your needs. if you don’t really wheel get a raptor or TRX or even a power wagon with the HEMI and spend the leftover money on some mods

Sponsored