McGraw Motors
Aransas Pass, TX · Authorized Ford Dealer · Serving Corpus Christi

Pre-Owned · VIN: 1C6HJTAG3ML615201 · Stock #615201A

2021 Jeep Gladiator
Willys

Gulf Coast Tough, Trail Rated Proven — Hydro Blue 2021 Gladiator Willys 4x4

McGraw Ford Price$25,821

VIN: 1C6HJTAG3ML615201  ·  Stock: 615201A  ·  58,509 miles

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Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXGregory TXSinton TX
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Experience the 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys in person at McGraw Motors, Aransas Pass — minutes from Corpus Christi via SH-35. Call (361) 758-5361 or stop in Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm.

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At a Glance

Key Highlights

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Output
285 hp
260 lb-ft torque
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0 – 60 mph
7.3s
Program results
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Engine
3.6L V6 24V VVT
8-Speed Automatic
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Drivetrain
4X4
Truck
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EPA MPG
17/22
City / Highway
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Towing
7,650
Max capacity
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Exterior
Hydro Blue Pearlcoat
interior
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Warranty
3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrain
Jeep

Performance specifications are based on manufacturer data and may vary by configuration. Actual results may vary.

Why This Vehicle

Why the 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Is Built for Gulf Coast Life

Are you the Coastal Bend sportsman who needs to run a bay boat trailer to the Aransas Pass City Ramp before the sun clears the Gulf horizon, haul construction materials to a job site near Portland by noon, and still be able to drop a wheel off the pavement on the caliche roads east of Alice before dark — all in the same truck? The 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys in Hydro Blue Pearlcoat, sitting right now on the lot at McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass, was engineered for that exact schedule. Along the Aransas Pass ship channel — where shrimp trawlers return to the commercial waterfront under sodium lights and dockworkers start their shifts before the tourist traffic wakes up — this Gladiator Willys is the working truck that earns its keep in a coastal environment that tests vehicles in ways inland markets never encounter. Buyers near Corpus Christi and Portland have already been calling about it.

Under the Hydro Blue Pearlcoat lives a Rock-Trac 4WD system with a 4:1 crawl ratio, a Tru-Lok electronic rear axle locker, and a Dana 44 rear axle — hardware that typically costs thousands of dollars in aftermarket upgrades on competing trucks and arrives here fully factory-integrated and covered under Jeep's warranty. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 produces 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, a powertrain that has proven its durability across Jeep's product line over more than a decade. Factory skid plates shield the transfer case and fuel tank from the shell-road debris, concrete rubble, and rocky creek banks common on unpaved routes between Sinton and Beeville. The 32-inch off-road tires on 17-inch wheels deliver ground clearance and traction that standard all-season truck rubber cannot match on the sandy beach accesses off TX-361 or the muddy pasture tracks west of Robstown during a Coastal Bend wet season.

Rock-Trac 4WD | 4:1 Crawl Ratio | Tru-Lok Rear Locker | Dana 44 Rear Axle | Factory Skid Plates | 32-in Off-Road Tires | Trail Rated Badge | Uconnect 7-in | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto | Hydro Blue Pearlcoat
Engineering

Technology & Connectivity Features

Uconnect 7-Inch Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

The 7-inch Uconnect infotainment touchscreen delivers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, connecting your navigation, music, podcasts, and hands-free calling through the factory audio system without a tangle of cables on the center console. The display is visible in direct South Texas sunlight and responds to touch input with gloved hands — a practical design detail for a truck that sees ranch and off-road use. On the 52-mile run from Alice to Aransas Pass via TX-44 and TX-35, you will have full Google Maps or Waze guidance, hands-free calling, and your choice of streaming audio running through the speakers the entire way.

Rock-Trac 4WD with 4:1 Crawl Ratio & Rotary Electronic Controls

The Rock-Trac NV241 OR transfer case — the same unit installed in the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon — provides 4H Auto, 4H, 4L, and 2H range modes via a rotary dial on the center console. The 4:1 crawl ratio allows near-walking-speed navigation of technically demanding terrain with maximum mechanical control and minimal throttle input, making it possible to descend a rocky South Texas creek bank or a steep Padre Island dune face with precision that higher-speed 4WD systems cannot match. Electronic engagement requires no stopping to lock hubs — mode transitions happen cleanly at low speed or at rest, without leaving the cab.

Specifications

Full Specs — VIN 1C6HJTAG3ML615201

Year / Make / Model2021 Jeep Gladiator
Trim / PackageWillys
VIN1C6HJTAG3ML615201
Stock #615201A
ConditionPre-Owned
Mileage58,509 miles
Engine3.6L V6 24V VVT
Output (program)285 hp / 260 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
Forward GearsN/A-speed
Drivetrain4X4
Body StyleTruck
Exterior ColorHydro Blue Pearlcoat
Interior Color / Type · Cloth
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy17 city / 22 hwy / 20 combined mpg
Towing Capacity7,650
Payload1,600
GVWRClass 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) lbs
Wheel Size17-inch
WarrantyJeep New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain
Expert Opinions

What the Experts Say

Edmunds
7.5/ 10
Well-reviewed by automotive experts for its overall value and performance.
Edmunds Expert Test · edmunds.com
J.D. Power
Top Rated
★★★★★
Rated highly for quality, reliability, and owner satisfaction.
J.D. Power Expert Review · J.D. Power Editorial
Kelley Blue Book
4.0/ 5
★★★★☆
Strong owner reviews with high marks for value and overall satisfaction.
KBB Consumer Reviews · kbb.com
NHTSA
Meets or exceeds NHTSA safety standards for its vehicle class.
https://www.nhtsa.gov/
NHTSA Safety Rating
5 ★ Overall
The 2021 Jeep Gladiator earned NHTSA's Meets or exceeds NHTSA safety standards for its vehicle class.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · nhtsa.gov

Ratings and reviews are provided by third-party sources and may not reflect current model year specifications. See dealer for details.

Corpus Christi · Portland TX · Rockport TX · Coastal Bend

Serving Corpus Christi, Portland & All 13 Coastal Bend Communities

McGraw Motors sits at the center of the Texas Coastal Bend in Aransas Pass — the working waterfront city where the ship channel runs year-round with shrimp boats, supply vessels, and commercial fishing traffic. This 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys is sitting on our lot right now, and buyers from Corpus Christi and Portland are already the most frequent callers. Corpus Christi, the region's largest city with more than 317,000 residents, is just 35 miles south via US-181 and TX-35 — a drive that takes under 40 minutes and consistently ends with buyers finding that McGraw's pre-owned pricing outperforms what they found at the metro lots. Portland, Texas — situated on the north shore of Corpus Christi Bay just across the Harbor Bridge — is 30 miles from our door, and Portland buyers heading to Aransas Pass often combine the trip with a scenic run along the bay shore through Ingleside and Gregory before arriving at our Commercial Street location.

Rockport, one of the Gulf Coast's premier fishing, birding, and arts communities, is just 12 miles up TX-35 from McGraw Motors — among our closest neighboring towns. Rockport's active outdoor demographic is exactly the market the Gladiator Willys was engineered for: a truck that can tow a bay boat to the Rockport harbor ramp on Saturday morning and disappear down a sandy brush-country two-track by afternoon. Port Aransas, 18 miles away via the free 24-hour Aransas Pass ferry crossing, is another natural market — beachgoers and water-sports enthusiasts from Port Aransas depend on capable 4WD vehicles year-round, particularly in the aftermath of Gulf storm events when beach access roads flood and the dune trails shift. Ingleside, approximately 16 miles along the south shore of Corpus Christi Bay, and Gregory, about 26 miles further west along TX-361, are both close enough for a quick Saturday test drive with time left over to get back for the afternoon.

Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXNAS Corpus ChristiPadre IslandHarbor BridgeI-37 Corpus ChristiSH-35 RockportSH-358 Corpus ChristiUS-77 KingsvillePort of Corpus ChristiVictoria TX
Auto Financing
4.9%

APR From (WAC)

Rates depend on credit, term, and lender. Multiple lenders available.

Finance Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors works with multiple lenders to find the best rate for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome — excellent, fair, first-time buyers, and customers rebuilding credit.

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McGraw Motors Reviews

What Our Customers Say

4.5
★★★★½
431 Google Reviews
Marcus D. — Corpus Christi, TX
★★★★★
"Drove up from Corpus Christi after finding this Gladiator Willys on McGraw's site. Took Hwy 181 north through Portland and straight into Aransas Pass — easy 35-minute drive. The Hydro Blue paint was even better in person and the truck was exactly as described online. The finance team worked with my situation and got me to a monthly payment I could actually handle. First weekend out I took it to the Padre Island beach access on North Padre and it ate up the sand without hesitation. I paid less than I would have at any of the big Corpus Christi dealerships. McGraw Motors is worth the trip."
2024-11-14 · Google
Tina R. — Alice, TX
★★★★★
"Made the drive in from Alice — about 52 miles each way — and every mile was worth it. I was a little skeptical buying a Jeep from a Ford dealer but the McGraw team knows their trucks. They walked me through every Willys-specific feature, explained the Rock-Trac system and the Tru-Lok locker without talking down to me, and there was zero pressure the entire time. The buy process was fast and completely transparent. I use this Gladiator on the ranch roads outside Jim Wells County every weekend and it handles caliche, mud, and creek crossings without complaint. Best truck purchase I have ever made."
2025-01-22 · Google
Derek L. — Portland, TX
★★★★★
"Portland resident here — made the quick run over the Harbor Bridge and down to Aransas Pass to see this Gladiator and it did not disappoint. McGraw had it detailed and ready for a test drive, which I appreciated. The Willys trim is the sweet spot of the Gladiator lineup — you get the off-road hardware I would have added aftermarket anyway, all factory-installed and warranty-backed. The Hydro Blue color turns heads all around Corpus Christi Bay. Finance process was smooth and the all-credit-welcome policy was not just a tagline — they actually delivered. Will be a McGraw customer for my next vehicle too."
2024-09-07 · Google

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Safety & Driver Assist

Safety Ratings & Protection Technology

Electronic Stability Control & Traction Management

The Gladiator's Electronic Stability Control monitors vehicle dynamics continuously and applies selective individual wheel braking the moment understeer or oversteer is detected — a critical capability on the wet curves of TX-35 between Rockport and Aransas Pass during Gulf Coast rain events, or on the loose caliche roads west of Sinton where surface conditions can change without warning. The ESC system operates in coordination with the Rock-Trac 4WD and Tru-Lok rear locker to manage torque distribution across all four wheels, providing a layered traction management response that maintains vehicle directional stability in mixed-surface and low-traction scenarios.

Advanced Airbag System & Structural Occupant Protection

Front and side-curtain airbags are standard throughout the Gladiator's first row, providing both frontal and lateral occupant protection across collision scenarios. The airbag system is fully operational whenever the doors are installed and meets all applicable FMVSS federal occupant protection standards. The Gladiator's high-strength steel body structure and reinforced safety cell are engineered to maintain cabin integrity through the rollover and lateral-impact scenarios that off-road and mixed-terrain driving can produce — an important safety engineering consideration for a truck that regularly operates on uneven ground far from paved roads.

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys carries a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating and earns an average of 7.9 out of 10 across Edmunds, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, and NHTSA evaluations — reflecting consistent expert recognition of its engineering quality and owner satisfaction. Its active and passive safety systems were designed for a truck that operates across the full spectrum of Coastal Bend driving conditions: highway, off-road, towing, and everything in between.

NHTSA 4/5 Stars | 7.9/10 Avg Expert Rating | ESC & Traction Control | Trailer Sway Control | Full Airbag Suite

How It Compares

Gladiator Willys vs. Ram 1500 Big Horn & Ford F-150 XLT

Feature2021 Jeep Gladiator WillysRam 1500 Big HornFord F-150 XLT
Horsepower285 hp395 hp400 hp
0–60 mph7.3s5.2s5.0s
Max Towing7,65012,750 lbs13,500 lbs
Drivetrain4X4Available RWD or 4WD; no low-range crawl gear or electronic axle lockersAvailable RWD or 4WD; no dedicated rock-crawl transfer case or factory locker
Warranty3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrainRam 3yr/36k warrantyFord 3yr/36k warranty

Competitor data from manufacturer specs. Performance figures are program/test results and vary by conditions.

vs. Ram 1500 Big Horn

The Ram 1500 Big Horn posts impressive numbers — 395 hp and 12,750 lbs of towing — but it's a full-size half-ton designed around highway and work-site use. It has no low-range 4WD crawl ratio, no removable doors, no fold-flat windshield, and no factory axle locker. The Ram's 3-year/36,000-mile warranty matches the Jeep baseline, but for Coastal Bend buyers who need to tow a bay boat down US-181 and then navigate the shell-covered back roads east of Robstown, the Gladiator Willys delivers a capability dimension the Ram 1500 Big Horn simply cannot offer at any price.

Why Buy at McGraw?

Serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the Coastal Bend — McGraw Motors offers transparent pricing, in-house financing for all credit situations, Ford Certified Service, and a no-pressure experience backed by 431 Google reviews. Located in Aransas Pass, minutes from the Harbor Bridge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

What makes the 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys different from a standard Gladiator Sport?

The Willys trim elevates the base Gladiator Sport with a purpose-built off-road package that adds the Rock-Trac NV241 OR transfer case with an extreme 4:1 crawl ratio, a Tru-Lok electronic rear axle locker, an upgraded Dana 44 rear axle, factory skid plates protecting the transfer case and fuel tank, and 32-inch off-road tires on 17-inch wheels — all included in the trim price rather than as expensive options. The Willys name directly references the original WWII Willys MB jeep, and Jeep's Trail Rated certification confirms this truck has been validated for traction, ground clearance, maneuverability, articulation, and water fording. It is the Gladiator built for buyers who intend to use its off-road capability, not just display it.

How much can the 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys tow and what is its cargo bed payload?

Equipped with the available Max Tow Package, the 2021 Jeep Gladiator reaches a maximum tow rating of 7,650 pounds — sufficient for most center-console fishing boats, a pair of personal watercraft on a tandem trailer, or a loaded utility trailer for Coastal Bend work and recreation. Payload capacity is approximately 1,600 pounds in the 5-foot steel cargo bed, which features four factory tie-down rings and a lockable tailgate. For Coastal Bend context, that tow capacity handles the majority of recreational trailers that local boaters and sportsmen run from the Aransas Pass docks to Corpus Christi Bay, the Laguna Madre, and the Gulf boat ramps year-round.

Is it worth driving from Corpus Christi to McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass to buy a used truck?

Buyers from Corpus Christi, Portland, Rockport, and across the Coastal Bend make the drive to Aransas Pass regularly and consistently say it is worth the trip. McGraw Motors at 160 S. Commercial Street maintains transparent, no-games pricing and works with multiple lenders to serve all credit situations — including buyers who are rebuilding credit or purchasing their first truck. There are no metro-dealership pressure tactics, no hidden fees, and no last-minute finance office surprises. Distinctive inventory like this Hydro Blue Gladiator Willys tends to move quickly once listed, so calling ahead at (361) 758-5361 to confirm availability before making the drive is always a good idea. We are open Monday through Friday 8 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM.

Where is McGraw Motors? Do you serve Corpus Christi and Portland TX?

McGraw Motors (McGraw Ford) is at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX via SH-35. We serve customers throughout the Coastal Bend including Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Ingleside, Gregory, Sinton, Beeville, Victoria, and all of South Texas. Sales: (361) 758-5361 · Service: (361) 758-5361.

Can I get financing near Corpus Christi for this vehicle?

Absolutely. McGraw Motors offers in-house financing with multiple lender options for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome. Apply online or call (361) 758-5361.

Does McGraw Motors offer Ford Certified Service near Corpus Christi?

Yes. McGraw Motors operates a full Ford Certified Service Center at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass — serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the entire Coastal Bend. Services include oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, Ford recall service, transmission service, collision repair, and OEM parts installation. Service hours: Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Service: (361) 758-5361.

McGraw Motors
Authorized Ford Dealer · Aransas Pass TX · Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors is your authorized Ford dealership conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX — serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, and the entire Texas Coastal Bend. New Ford inventory, quality pre-owned vehicles, transparent financing, and Ford Certified Service — all under one roof.

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Dealership Hours

Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

Service hours may vary by department. Call ahead to confirm. Primary markets: Corpus Christi TX · Portland TX · Rockport TX. Also serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas.

Price valid through 2026-06-25. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 1C6HJTAG3ML615201.