The Gladiator is a Wrangler with a pickup bed, and it wraps with the same quirks as that vehicle. Exposed door hinges, removable top panels, black plastic cladding, and the added surface area of the truck bed make it one of the more involved mid-size truck wraps. A full professional wrap runs $3,400 to $5,800 depending on trim and scope.
Cost by trim
| Gladiator trim | Wrap cost range | Film needed |
|---|---|---|
| Sport / Sport S | $3,400 to $4,600 | 80 to 88 sq ft |
| Willys | $3,600 to $4,800 | 82 to 90 sq ft |
| Overland | $3,800 to $5,200 | 84 to 94 sq ft |
| Rubicon | $4,000 to $5,800 | 86 to 100 sq ft |
| Mojave | $4,000 to $5,600 | 86 to 98 sq ft |
The Rubicon has more cladding, rock rails, and steel bumpers that most installers wrap around rather than remove. If you want full paint coverage on those areas, add $300 to $600. The Mojave has sand-specific cladding and skid plates with a similar consideration.
Film options
| Film type | Material cost | Installed cost |
|---|---|---|
| Budget (TeckWrap, VViViD) | $380 to $560 | $3,400 to $4,200 |
| Mid-tier (Avery SW900, 3M 1080) | $560 to $800 | $3,800 to $5,000 |
| Premium (KPMF, Avery ColorFlow) | $800 to $1,200 | $4,800 to $5,800 |
If the Gladiator sees regular off-road use, mid-tier or premium film is worth it. Budget films lift at edges faster under the flex stress, rock debris, and heat cycles of a working truck. Trail use accelerates wear on lower panels and rocker areas.
Gladiator vs Wrangler wrap cost
The Gladiator costs $400 to $800 more than a comparable Wrangler to wrap. The front cab section is nearly identical. The difference comes from the pickup bed, which adds 15 to 20 square feet of material and roughly an hour of extra labor. If you are deciding between models purely from a wrap cost standpoint, the Wrangler is cheaper. If you already own a Gladiator, the bed is a good place to add a contrasting color for a two-tone look.
Popular Gladiator wrap colors
The Gladiator attracts a different buyer than most mid-size trucks. Matte military green and flat olive drab are the most popular wraps, matching the vehicle’s overland aesthetic. Matte black is close behind. Unlike most trucks, the Gladiator does not see many gloss black wraps. The off-road ethos of the vehicle suits flat and satin finishes better. Desert tan and dark bronze are rising in popularity on Mojave trims.
FAQ
A full wrap costs $3,400 to $5,800 in 2026. Sport and Sport S models run $3,400 to $4,600. Rubicon and Mojave models with full cladding scope run $4,000 to $5,800.
The bed sides are included in most full wrap quotes. The bed floor is not typically wrapped. Confirm what is included before signing off on a quote.
$400 to $800 more due to the truck bed adding surface area. The front cab and doors cost essentially the same to wrap as a comparable Wrangler.
Matte military green and flat olive drab. Matte black is close behind. The Gladiator suits flat and satin finishes far better than gloss.
Written by Chad Reynolds. Chad has covered automotive customization and vinyl wrap pricing for VinylWrapCalculator.com since 2023.