Vehicle comparison
Jeep Gladiator vs Toyota Tacoma
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Toyota Tacoma wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Toyota Tacoma costs about $1971 per year, roughly $208 less than the Jeep Gladiator. Over 5 years, that's about $1038 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Jeep Gladiator | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Type | TRUCK | TRUCK |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City MPG/MPGe | 17 | 20 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 22 | 24 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 19 | 21 |
| Tank / Battery | 22 gal | 21.1 gal |
| Energy cost | $3.45/gal | $3.45/gal |
| Cost per mile | $0.182 | $0.164 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly fuel spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Jeep Gladiator | Toyota Tacoma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $1453/yr · $121/mo | $1314/yr · $110/mo | $138 (Toyota Tacoma) |
| 12,000 | $2179/yr · $182/mo | $1971/yr · $164/mo | $208 (Toyota Tacoma) |
| 15,000 | $2724/yr · $227/mo | $2464/yr · $205/mo | $259 (Toyota Tacoma) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Toyota Tacoma
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Toyota TacomaBest for road trips
Toyota Tacoma
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Toyota TacomaBest for families
Toyota Tacoma
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Toyota TacomaBest for lowest running cost
Toyota Tacoma
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Toyota TacomaHow we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Jeep Gladiator or Toyota Tacoma?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Toyota Tacoma costs about $1971 per year vs $2179 for the Jeep Gladiator — roughly $208 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma?
The Jeep Gladiator is rated around 19 combined MPG versus 21 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. Highway figures are 22 vs 24.
How much will I spend on fuel over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $10895 for the Jeep Gladiator and $9857 for the Toyota Tacoma, a difference of roughly $1038.
Is the Jeep Gladiator or Toyota Tacoma better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Toyota Tacoma wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Toyota Tacoma is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.