Jeep Gladiator vs GWM Cannon Alpha

The Jeep Gladiator starts from $84,990 before on-road costs, while the GWM Cannon Alpha opens at $52,990. That makes the GWM Cannon Alpha the more affordable entry point by $32,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $93,489 and $58,289 respectively.

The GWM Cannon Alpha qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Jeep Gladiator, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the GWM Cannon Alpha by roughly $15,775 in fuel alone.

The GWM Cannon Alpha holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Jeep Gladiator. Adult occupant protection scored 60% for the Jeep Gladiator and 84% for the GWM Cannon Alpha.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GWM Cannon Alpha packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Jeep Gladiator.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Jeep Gladiator and 7 in the GWM Cannon Alpha.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Jeep Gladiator features a 8.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the GWM Cannon Alpha gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Jeep Gladiator stands out with heated front seats and Alpine audio that you will not find on the GWM Cannon Alpha. The GWM Cannon Alpha counters with wireless charging, power tailgate and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Jeep Gladiator gets leather upholstery while the GWM Cannon Alpha offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 1-zone in the Jeep Gladiator and 2-zone in the GWM Cannon Alpha.

The Jeep Gladiator uses a Petrol V6 Pentastar w/ ESS producing 209kW and 347Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The GWM Cannon Alpha responds with a 2.0L 4-cylinder Turbo Petrol Plug-in Hybrid making 300kW and 750Nm, paired to a 9-speed hybrid automatic driving the rear wheels.

The GWM Cannon Alpha has the clear power advantage at 300kW vs 209kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Jeep Gladiator measures 5,591mm long on a 3,488mm wheelbase, 146mm longer than the GWM Cannon Alpha at 5,445mm (3,350mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Jeep Gladiator generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the GWM Cannon Alpha leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,721kg. That 779kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $3,534/year for the Jeep Gladiator and $379/year for the GWM Cannon Alpha. That is a $3,155 annual difference in favour of the GWM Cannon Alpha.

Estimated annual total: $3,534 (Jeep Gladiator) vs $379 (GWM Cannon Alpha). The GWM Cannon Alpha saves you roughly $3,155 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Gladiator) vs 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Cannon Alpha). The GWM Cannon Alpha has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Jeep Gladiator)—.