2026 Gladiator Sahara Trim Announced

[JAY]

Jeep® Brand Adds Sahara Trim to Gladiator Lineup for the First Time, Combining Rugged Capability with Premium Everyday Comfort at Exceptional Value

• Sahara trim joins the Jeep® Gladiator lineup, honoring the Sahara nameplate introduced in 1988
• Distinctive exterior design featuring body-color fender flares and body-color three-piece hardtop, standard LED headlamps and fog lamps
• 18-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires for confident traction on pavement or trail, plus an option to upgrade to all-terrain tires at no cost (late availability)
• Interior boasts premium McKinley leather-trimmed seats with heated front seats and heated steering wheel, 7-inch driver cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen
• MSRP of $2,210 from a typically equipped Sport S, representing a 53 percent value add

December 19, 2025 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - The Jeep® brand is expanding its legendary Jeep Gladiator lineup as it welcomes the Saraha trim for the first time, delivering a new blend of authentic Jeep capability and everyday comfort. Inspired by the Sahara nameplate, which first appeared in 1988, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara offers a bold look and practical features for drivers who want rugged strength with a refined edge.

The Jeep Gladiator Sahara combines Jeep brand’s go-anywhere spirit with features designed for year-round versatility. From its distinctive body-color accents to its comfort-focused interior, this new trim is engineered for those who demand capability without sacrificing convenience.

Key standard features include:

• Body-color fender flares and body-color three-piece hardtop
• 18-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires for confident traction on pavement or trail, plus an option to upgrade to all-terrain tires at no cost (late availability)
• McKinley leather-trimmed seating surfaces, heated steering wheel, heated front seats, 7-inch driver cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen
• LED headlamps and fog lamps, remote start and remote keyless entry, plus advanced tech for connectivity and control

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara trim is available to order now, starting at $47,125 (excluding $1,995 destination), which includes $4,685 in content from a Gladiator Sport S, for only $2,210 MSRP (53 percent value add). Customers can build and price their Gladiator Sahara at Jeep.com or visit their local Jeep dealer.

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[WILDHOBO]

Jeep® Brand Adds Sahara Trim to Gladiator Lineup for the First Time, Combining Rugged Capability with Premium Everyday Comfort at Exceptional Value

• Sahara trim joins the Jeep® Gladiator lineup, honoring the Sahara nameplate introduced in 1988
• Distinctive exterior design featuring body-color fender flares and body-color three-piece hardtop, standard LED headlamps and fog lamps
• 18-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires for confident traction on pavement or trail, plus an option to upgrade to all-terrain tires at no cost (late availability)
• Interior boasts premium McKinley leather-trimmed seats with heated front seats and heated steering wheel, 7-inch driver cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen
• MSRP of $2,210 from a typically equipped Sport S, representing a 53 percent value add

December 19, 2025 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - The Jeep® brand is expanding its legendary Jeep Gladiator lineup as it welcomes the Saraha trim for the first time, delivering a new blend of authentic Jeep capability and everyday comfort. Inspired by the Sahara nameplate, which first appeared in 1988, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara offers a bold look and practical features for drivers who want rugged strength with a refined edge.

The Jeep Gladiator Sahara combines Jeep brand’s go-anywhere spirit with features designed for year-round versatility. From its distinctive body-color accents to its comfort-focused interior, this new trim is engineered for those who demand capability without sacrificing convenience.

Key standard features include:

• Body-color fender flares and body-color three-piece hardtop
• 18-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires for confident traction on pavement or trail, plus an option to upgrade to all-terrain tires at no cost (late availability)
• McKinley leather-trimmed seating surfaces, heated steering wheel, heated front seats, 7-inch driver cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen
• LED headlamps and fog lamps, remote start and remote keyless entry, plus advanced tech for connectivity and control

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara trim is available to order now, starting at $47,125 (excluding $1,995 destination), which includes $4,685 in content from a Gladiator Sport S, for only $2,210 MSRP (53 percent value add). Customers can build and price their Gladiator Sahara at Jeep.com or visit their local Jeep dealer.

This trim makes some sense. It brings back the overland.

 

[Sarge502]

Should have never got rid of the Overland in the first place back in 2024. Also, probably should have been called the Sahara from the start verses Overland.

Regardless, Sahara or Overland..... arguably the best trim for the value on many levels.

I've said it many times before I'd take my Overland with literally every package and creature comfort over a Rubi with cloth seats, plastic fenders, and halogen lights.

One of the many reference threads vvv :
The Overland is gone. Now what | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News, Forum, Community - JeepGladiatorForum.com

 

[LouisvEarlleJT]

So do all trims have rubicon/mojave fenders now? I noticed it first with the latest Willys, now with this Sahara trim.

 

[ChrisNLA]

So they are taking a Sport S with the Premium Package and bundling it up and renaming it a Sahara.

Well, that simplifies that, at least.

 

[Sarge502]

So do all trims have rubicon/mojave fenders now? I noticed it first with the latest Willys, now with this Sahara trim.

Don't quote me but I think moving forward, most are included painted now at no additional costs. Not necessarily "high-lined" though like Rubicons/Mojaves. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong. But I believe thats what I read/heard somewhere recently.

 

[cc1999]

Jeep® Brand Adds Sahara Trim to Gladiator Lineup for the First Time, Combining Rugged Capability with Premium Everyday Comfort at Exceptional Value

• Sahara trim joins the Jeep® Gladiator lineup, honoring the Sahara nameplate introduced in 1988
• Distinctive exterior design featuring body-color fender flares and body-color three-piece hardtop, standard LED headlamps and fog lamps
• 18-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires for confident traction on pavement or trail, plus an option to upgrade to all-terrain tires at no cost (late availability)
• Interior boasts premium McKinley leather-trimmed seats with heated front seats and heated steering wheel, 7-inch driver cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen
• MSRP of $2,210 from a typically equipped Sport S, representing a 53 percent value add

December 19, 2025 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - The Jeep® brand is expanding its legendary Jeep Gladiator lineup as it welcomes the Saraha trim for the first time, delivering a new blend of authentic Jeep capability and everyday comfort. Inspired by the Sahara nameplate, which first appeared in 1988, the 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara offers a bold look and practical features for drivers who want rugged strength with a refined edge.

The Jeep Gladiator Sahara combines Jeep brand’s go-anywhere spirit with features designed for year-round versatility. From its distinctive body-color accents to its comfort-focused interior, this new trim is engineered for those who demand capability without sacrificing convenience.

Key standard features include:

• Body-color fender flares and body-color three-piece hardtop
• 18-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires for confident traction on pavement or trail, plus an option to upgrade to all-terrain tires at no cost (late availability)
• McKinley leather-trimmed seating surfaces, heated steering wheel, heated front seats, 7-inch driver cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen
• LED headlamps and fog lamps, remote start and remote keyless entry, plus advanced tech for connectivity and control

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator Sahara trim is available to order now, starting at $47,125 (excluding $1,995 destination), which includes $4,685 in content from a Gladiator Sport S, for only $2,210 MSRP (53 percent value add). Customers can build and price their Gladiator Sahara at Jeep.com or visit their local Jeep dealer.

They just need to add one more little bullet point to that list and I am in.
Being it needs a 392 Hemi V8 added to that list of contents. LOL

 

[JonMN]

Looks interesting, but they need to offer Sahara Tan color option to the package! That was always my dream color.

 

[Tom C]

So they brought back the High Altitude without a diesel engine option.

 

[Sarge502]

So they brought back the High Altitude without a diesel engine option.

if you wanna look at it like that, but high altitudes also had gloss rims and paint matched bumpers, which in my opinion look hideous on any Jeep.

 

[DylanM]

I think it'd be a nice touch if they'd bring back the Sahara-only tan and green combo seat upholstery like they did with the TJ back in the day as well.

 

[AstroZombie]

Should have never got rid of the Overland in the first place back in 2024. Also, probably should have been called the Sahara from the start verses Overland.

Regardless, Sahara or Overland..... arguably the best trim for the value on many levels.

I've said it many times before I'd take my Overland with literally every package and creature comfort over a Rubi with cloth seats, plastic fenders, and halogen lights.

One of the many reference threads vvv :
The Overland is gone. Now what | Jeep Gladiator (JT) News, Forum, Community - JeepGladiatorForum.com

M Rubi has leather seats and LED all around., and paint matched fender

 

[AstroZombie]

They should add Square head lights again!! too

 

[Tom C]

if you wanna look at it like that, but high altitudes also had gloss rims and paint matched bumpers, which in my opinion look hideous on any Jeep.

Yes, gloss rims, but mine came with the package that included black steel bumper and trail camera.

 

[Sarge502]

M Rubi has leather seats and LED all around., and paint matched fender

I was referring to what I like to call the "low tier/budget" Rubicons.

Sounds like you have a high tier one. But also the margin to get all that, is super high imo. So, you likely got raped in price or could simply afford it and likely not bothered by the high margin for such. I, unfortunately don't have it like that. That's why I mention the "value" factor.

Don't get me wrong, if I could have justified the extra 10-12k (when I purchased back in 21) I'd got a Rubi with the same features as my Overland. But considering I don't absolutely have to have disconnects and lockers, I couldn't justify paying an extra 10-12k for primarily those two main features I'd rarely use.

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