Used 2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Good little SUV until it hit 100,000 miles
Aaron Kelts, Tucson, AZ, 03/27/2016
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
We bought this car brand new and have meticulously maintained it. We have been happy with it for many years and is a comfortable daily driver. We have had problems with the transmission overheating throughout the years. It seems that the filter and fluid needs changed every year instead of the dealer recommended 60-80k miles. It gets better fuel economy around town than the highway as at high speeds the little 4 cylinder works pretty hard to keep it moving at over 70 mph. Recently though, we had the check engine light come on (even though the car still runs and drives fine?) and I replaced what should have been the faulty part and the old code cleared but a new code came up. We took it to a shop who again replaced the part and they could not get the new code to clear for them either. They diagnosed it as a fault in the computer and recommended a new one. I installed a new computer and the code will still not clear. We are dreading taking it to the dealership as the local Jeep dealer is a con artist and it may cost a quarter of what we could sell the car for to get it fixed. Depending on what the dealer quotes us for repairs we may be looking for a new vehicle instead, but it won't be a Jeep SUV that is for sure.
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Bought as a cheap ride, but it's much better
arlobigwater, Limon, CO, 05/10/2011
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Traded under Cash for Clunkers and got one of the few Sport models with the 22 package and the Trail Rated Freedom Drive II. That's the upgraded CVT. This vehicle is MUCH better thought out than I expected. I have dragged boulders for landscaping, taken it off road, towed a small cargo trailer, and commuted in all weather conditions. I am in CO, and we have had some ferocious snow. This thing is better in snow in some ways than my LR3. It bombs up and down fire roads and climbs obstacles like a champ. It gets about 24 MPG. No rattles, leaks, thumps or whistles. If you need a cheap small SUV with decent off road ability and MPG, but still is smooth enough to commute in, this is the de
Wear a raincoat.
cwing54, Toledo, OH, 01/28/2012
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I originally bought the vehicle because of the interior space. It had more backseat leg room than even the Commander. Like everything about the vehicle except the leaking sunroof. Had it to the dealer 8 times and they have not been able to provide a permanent fix. Dealers been fair but can't get anywhere with Chrysler
Better Than Expected
tfiks, 08/22/2009
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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.
Win some ya lose some
mn123, Burnsville, MN, 08/22/2019
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I got my 2009 Patriot with 82,000 on it, and I drive ALOT. I average about 29,000 miles a year. So this car has really stuck with me through all my crazy road trips and long commutes. BUT it has given me a ton of problems along the way. I have had transmission issues, spark plug issues (no matter how many times its serviced and they have been replaced it still misfires), I have had issues with my tire rod, struts, and overall tires in general! I have had to put brand new tires on this car 3 times... in the 3 years I've owned it. I also experienced an issue with my windshield wipers. They would only stay on and continue working if they were on the max speed, which ended up being an electrical issue. Not cheap. Overall it's a good car, spacious for a small SUV and can handle extreme conditions pretty well. I live in Minnesota and I've never had a problem with the snow. I've also experienced 2 accidents in this car, both of which barely damaged my vehicle yet completely wrecked the others. It's a tough jeep, mine just gave me hell.
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