| The Jeep Patriot comes in two trim levels, Sport and Limited, with a choice of front-wheel drive (2WD) and two all-wheel drive (AWD) systems.
The two engine choices, of 2.4 and 2.0 liters, are all-aluminum, with variable valve timing that optimizes power, torque, and efficiency, and balance shafts to enhance smoothness.
The smaller engine delivers slightly better fuel economy, but is not available with the Limited trim level.
A continuously variable automatic transaxle (CVT) is optional.
It can be ordered with the Auto Stick manual shiftgate ($1,100) or an off-road crawl axle ratio ($1,050).
The Patriot Sport 2WD ($17,795) and AWD ($19,545) have cloth upholstery, air conditioning, outside-temperature indicator, AM/FM/CD stereo with auxiliary audio jack and four speakers, 60/40-split rear seat, tilt steering column, roof rails, and P205/70R16 all-season tires on steel wheels.
AWD models also have a locking center differential and four-wheel antilock disc brakes.
Options include the Sport E Package ($2,170) with Yes Essentials stain-repellant cloth upholstery; cruise control; power windows, mirrors and door locks with remote keyless entry; height-adjustable driver's seat; fold-flat front passenger seat; reclining rear seat; and a 115-volt power outlet.
The Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package ($1,315) features a brake-lock differential, low-range gearing, Hill Descent Control, heavy-duty alternator and engine cooling, interior air filter, height-adjustable driver's seat, fog lights, skid plates, full-size spare tire and P215/65R17 all-terrain white-letter tires on alloy wheels.
The Sun and Sound group ($1,295) includes a sunroof, two articulating liftgate speakers, six Boston Acoustics speakers, a subwoofer and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls.
Standalone options include a six-CD changer ($350), front side airbags ($250), and P215/65R17 tires on alloy wheels ($590).
The Patriot Limited 2WD ($22,800) and AWD ($24,550) add cruise control; leather upholstery; heated front seats; height-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar adjustment; fold-flat front passenger seat; leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls; Sirius satellite radio; power windows, mirrors and locks; remote keyless entry; rear privacy glass; fog lamps; four-wheel disc brakes; and P215/60R17 tires on alloy wheels.
The AWD model also gets a locking center differential.
Options for the Limited include a Security and Cargo Convenience group ($1,235) with front side airbags, daytime running lights, auto-dimming rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, alarm, roof rack, cargo tonneau cover and Jeep's UConnect wireless cell phone link.
Other options include an AM/FM/CD with Sirius satellite radio, auto-dimming rearview mirror, wireless cell phone link, and Jeep's UConnect GPS with hard-drive-based radio and navigation system with real-time traffic information ($1,285).
The Freedom Drive II package costs $825 for the AWD Limited.
Safety features on all Patriot models include dual front airbags, head-protecting curtain side airbags, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, traction control, electronic stability control with rollover mitigation, and active front head restraints.
Torso-protecting front side impact airbags are an option we recommend. |