2009 Jeep Patriot Consumer Reviews

9 month update

Written by: Luganathan on 10/17/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Have now owned my Patriot for nine months. This vehicle is better than expected. Drives much better than my previous vehicle with was a Forester. The new interior design on the 09 really makes you feel like your driving a luxury crossover. Once you learn how to drive the CVT is becomes very smooth and a joy to drive. I did have the dreaded front dome light leak in April, i brought it in, they replaced a seal and after a record breaking amount of rainfall over the summer I have not had any other problems with it. Once the CVT gets broken in a little, gas mileage improves. I now average about 25.5 on the highway (on long trips) and 22+ city. Pretty good for a 4x4.

Favorite Features

Exterior design, 17" wheels, new interior, amazing stereo, very good gas mileage. I highly recommend upgrading to a limited. The leather/heated seats are great, stereo is amazing and sunroof is nice.

Suggested Improvements

Wish it had a bigger gas tank. Would be nice if the original tires were better. The firestone affinity tires are light on thread and won't last long.

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Great so far

Written by: Greg on 10/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Had it since it for about 9 months now and so far love it, got it with sunroof and speed control. Is very fun to drive and very stable. I read some of the other reviews and agree with some but some others do not agree. The gas tank is too small (I agree), Roomy is yes, there is a delay when you put in gear before it engages. It being to low to the ground, No, it is prefect. The sounds system is great. Have not really noticed the seat adjustment be to far in or out. The 17" wheels have very good traction even with a 2 wheel drive.

Favorite Features

Most everything.

Suggested Improvements

Needs to be able to mix and match add- in's, like I wanted to get the built- in GPS and not the leather seats.

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Great car..... So far

Written by: Fred on 09/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

We have 5500 miles on it and it averages about 25mpg all around. We bought the Limited FWD with the sun roof... and yep it leaked. We took it back to the dealer and they replaced it. Hope that fixed it. Drives great, fun to drive and looks good. We got the extended warranty (Max) thought it a good deal. All in all its been a great car.. gets down the road great.

Favorite Features

The tranny works great (CVT), color (Red) is really pretty. Good MPG, and handles good..

Suggested Improvements

Needs a full time 12V out let for Cell Phones, Maybe electric seats.

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Very Happy so far

Written by: Jean on 09/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have been buying Toyota's for many years now. This is my first American car. I have test drove a few other SUV before buying this jeep. I tested the Volkswagen Tiguan, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Mitsubishi Outlander and the Suburu Forester. All theses SUV have great 4x4's. The Honda element and CRV have weak 4x4 system and the RAV4 is too narrow inside for my big stature. So it came down to the Outlander and the Jeep. Well it turn out that the Outlander and the Patriot have the same CVT transmission and motor (2.4l)called the "World Motor" design by Chrysler/Mitsubishi and Hyundai. I decided on the Jeep because handle bump's a little better I tough than the Outlander. More quiet inside too.

Favorite Features

Nice soft ride, quiet ride. I love the interior design. I fell like I'm driving a 50k SUV. 4x4 work's great going up steep hills made up of gravel pulling a loaded trailer(1000Pds). Snow should be a pleasant experience. Love the MyGig radio. More equipment for the $ compared to the Outlander.

Suggested Improvements

More storage for stuff, Swap the speedo/RPM so that the speedo is directly in front of the driver. I drive with my left arm most of the time and it block the speedo. Also, the speedo make's it hard to tell exactly on fast I am going...the numbers are too tightly put together. More bottom torque.

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Love This Car - Bought 2!

Written by: Dave on 09/16/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Bought the first one between snowstorms - was very impressed with the combination of 4WD, traction and stability control. Traded the old Wrangler for the second Patriot because we liked the first Patriot so much we were fighting over who got to drive it. Both have sunroofs, a great sound system, and 17inch Wrangler tires with alloy wheels. The bells and whistles are well worth it. The autoshift works fine for fast acceleration, but it takes a little to get used to. Put it into 6th for flat highway driving and get better gas mileage. We especially like the lower road clearance - better stability and plenty high enough if you don't go off- road, and it's still higher than a car

Favorite Features

Sound system, roomy interior, versatile cargo area, stability control and traction control (standard), quiet, CVT, styling. The upgrades really make this car sharp. We have to drive up a ravine to get out of our driveway - in 4wd these cars zip right up in deep snow. Overall we are very pleased.

Suggested Improvements

The slider for the front seats extends too far forward from under the seat - could be dangerous. Would prefer the temperature indicator separate from the odometer. Can't find much to complain about.

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Great CARS Deal (-8000)

Written by: Rick on 09/05/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

My (Not) Clunker was a 1989 Jeep Cherokee Laredo that I hated to part with. A Dealer found a 4X4 Patriot Sport D with CVT1 two weeks into the program and I was able to get $8000 of the price. A no brainer. They had 55 before, but were all gone. It is not trail rated and my first 1000 miles has seen 5% on dirt roads in the hills. Does the ESP eat up gas mileage? Since it is a Sport D I had to install skid plates, hitch package, roof rack for kayaks/bikes. Planing next year for lift kit, 17" wheels and AT tires, front bumper with winch. It is a Jeep and will be treated as one. It has been a Jeep so far, but more off road tests yet to come. I expect good performance from this Patriot.

Favorite Features

Had to install cruise control. Still testing the CVT to find its capabilities and limits. So far good on power but there is a delay. Is the delay from the CVT or the electronic throttle? Room for me, the Patriot is small but not compact, it is about the same size as the my old Cherokee. Nice.

Suggested Improvements

Pad the arm rests and drivers door or offer elbow pads. ESP off at start up. Standard on all models: roof rack cross bars, tow hooks, fog lamps. Door pockets need to be longer to hold maps. Eliminate delay when accelerating. (Press throttle 1.2.3 accelerate ... let off 1.2.3 decelerate.) Cheers.

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Maybe next time

Written by: Jeepbuyer on 09/03/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Small interior, blind spots, unheated mirrors that fog up, front seats that heat but aren't power, sliders for seats stick out way too far and could cause injury. Not much pep in the engine. Oh and did I mention the 13 1/2 gallon fuel tank? Way too small. SUV sits way too low to the ground I thought I was in a sports car not an SUV. I am a tall female who half the time cannot reach the controls of the sun roof. Does it sound like I am happy? Should have walked away from the deal. Next time I will buy another make or spend more money on a real Jeep.

Favorite Features

My favorite feature is the sound system.

Suggested Improvements

The car needs to sit higher, that's what people expect with an SUV and the tires are too small, yes you could spend more with the options. Also, the spare should be a full spare not a mini- like the car. Heated mirrors are a must especially with the 4x4 limited and it's price range.

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ok so far

Written by: gisco48 on 08/29/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have a tendency get into the gas a little. I'm not sure the cvt can take it. After a few quick starts, I could smell rubber burning. Fortunately, guarantee is lifetime. I've backed off the gas lately, afraid to kill this tranny in a few months. I would like to hear from other's that hit the gas a little, and have the Patriot with the cvt.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

We'll see how this tranny holds up to a driver that needs fast acceleration for turnpike mergers and getting fast takeoff at red lights.

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Beware of interior LEAKS

Written by: spy178 on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

We just picked up our new patriot 09 limited, sun and sound package on 8/5/09 and noticed our 1st leak (water pouring out of the front Dome Light) about 2 weeks later (1st rain storm). Come to find a Recall was issued by Chrysler on 8/7/09 for the same issue. Everything else is great about the jeep, but i've already had to take it in to have the leak issue looked at. Dealer claims to have resolved the issue by clearing a drain in the sun room. Judging by the many online posts on this issue, the same leak or a new one is likely to return. I would suggest that if you are in the market for a new patriot, to at the very least take it through the car wash a couple times on the test drive.

Favorite Features

The auto stick is fun to use and the leater interior is very comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

Get one that doesn't leak.

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Better Than Expected

Written by: tfiks on 08/21/2009

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I wanted an economical SUV that was still comfortable for a 6'3" guy with hip and back problems. The "Clunker" program w/the Chrysler rebate made picking the Patriot a no-brainer. The published reviews made me think I was "settling" for this car; but, after three tanks full, I'm very happy with my choice. I drove all day with three passengers yesterday and the guys in the backseat were comfortable. I'm satisfied with the engine performance and the CV auto too. I attached a small fish-eye mirror to the corner of the passenger side mirror and that helps w/the blind spot. I'm not crazy about the poor angle of upward visibility for a tall driver with the seat up and back.

Favorite Features

I love the ability to upload music and the touchscreen controls with UConnect tunes. Comfortable seats; EVIC features (ave mpg, tire pressure, compass, air temp, etc) are nice. Although I'm not getting the MPGs others are touting, I'm very happy with the gas mileage. 110-volt outlet

Suggested Improvements

Poor visibility with the short windows; limited space in the back; not much ground clearance (8 inches) for a SUV.

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