The Jeep Patriot is a compact crossover sport utility vehicle from Jeep, a subsidiary of Chrysler. It was debuted at New York Auto Show in April, 2006 and went on sale from the final season of 2006 as 2007 vehicle. The SUV model slots between Jeep Liberty and Compass versions. It is one of the least expensive compact SUVs in the market today.
Jeep Patriot
Both the Jeep Patriot and Compass versions are designed and produced based on the GS platform from Mitsubishi. The Patriot model is differentiated by its styling and it is available as four-door wagon body style. It is expected that the mode will undergo a complete redesign in 2010.
First Generation (2007-2008)
The initial model had cargo room and available off road capability as key features, while the cabin materials and acceleration are considered as main drawbacks. It is offered in two trim versions, Sport and high-level Limited. Both the models have the seating capacity to accommodate up to 5-passengers and come with split folding rear seat and rear liftgate.
2007 Jeep Patriot
Power to the first generation Jeep Patriot model comes from 4-cylinder engine that delivers 172 hp and torque of 150 lb ft. It can be mated to either continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) or to 5-speed manual transmission. The other engine available to the model include a 4-cylinder model that produces 158 hp of power and this comes mated to only CVT transmission.
The compact sport utility vehicle is offered in either all wheel drive or in front wheel drive without low range gearing. The available features in the model include heated front seats, fold down tail gate speakers, leather upholstery, fold flat front passenger seatback and navigation system.
The best buy vehicles apart from the Jeep Patriot model include Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage and Acura RDX.
Present Model
The current generation Jeep Patriot comes with slight changes. The notable features in the model are cargo room and available off road capability, while it has low acceleration rates than the other models. The interior of the model is redesigned totally and is offered in various styles.
2009 Jeep Patriot
The 2009 Jeep Patriot model is offered in two trim versions, Sport and Limited. Both the models have seating capacity to accommodate up to 5-passengers. The standard features on both the models include leather upholstery, heated front seats, fold down tailgate and fold flat front passenger seatback. New for 2009 include hard drive that has the capacity to store picture and music files up to 30GB, UConnect multimedia suite, navigation system with real time traffic updates and wireless cell phone link. Some of the interiors offered as standard include illuminated cupholders, removable carpeted load floor, instrument panel, center console with chrome accents, door trim panel and removable carpeted load floor.