Jeep Gladiator vs KGM Musso EV

The Jeep Gladiator starts from $84,990 before on-road costs, while the KGM Musso EV opens at $60,000. That makes the KGM Musso EV the more affordable entry point by $24,990.

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 $66,000 respectively.

The KGM Musso EV 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.

The KGM Musso EV holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Jeep Gladiator.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The KGM Musso EV packs more ADAS features with 7 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 8 in the KGM Musso EV. The KGM Musso EV adds a 360-degree camera that the Jeep Gladiator misses.

The Jeep Gladiator features a 8.4-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the KGM Musso EV 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 wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Alpine audio that you will not find on the KGM Musso EV. The KGM Musso EV counters with Apple CarPlay, ventilated seats, V2L and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

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 KGM Musso EV responds with a Electric making 152kW and 339Nm, paired to a 1-speed driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.9 seconds.

The Jeep Gladiator has the clear power advantage at 209kW vs 152kW. In the real-world sprint, the Jeep Gladiator is 2.9s quicker. 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, 431mm longer than the KGM Musso EV at 5,160mm (3,150mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Jeep Gladiator generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the Jeep Gladiator leads with a 2,721kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 921kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

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