Used 2014 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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opm3228, Charlotte, NC, 07/18/2013
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
150 of 153 people found this review helpful
I disregarded expert reviews and read owner reviews instead on the Jeep Patriot. I'm glad I did. I purchased my 2014 Patriot Sport 4x4 last month after looking at the CRV, RAV4, Escape, and Subaru XV. I'm 6'4' and have more than enough leg and headroom and like the simplicity of the Jeep's interior. Although, most 2014 Patriots come with a new 6-speed auto transmission, I opted for the Freedom Drive 2 package with the CVT. Last weekend, I took a road trip from middle North Carolina to middle Tennessee and back crossing the Appalachian Mountains on steep grades and winding roads. The handling is great, the steering's predictable, and the ride is smooth. Power is sufficient enough to get me up
'14 Jeep Patriot Sport 4WD/ 5spd Manual
TreeDodgingFool, Vincentown, NJ, 02/13/2020
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
A lot of the professional reviews on the Jeep Patriot are very negative & miss the point. It is a Jeep, first & foremost. In that tradition, the interior in minimalistic & utilitarian. Switches & controls are fairly simple to figure out because they are actually twist knobs & buttons. If you're looking for an extension of your cellphone and an elaborate flat screen display, this isn't your vehicle. If you're looking the latest & greatest in vehicle included technology, it isn't here either. This is a "drivers" vehicle, it's simple & to the point. The interior is roomy for driver & passenger with tons of leg room. The rear seats fold flat. The materials are nice considering the price of this vehicle and well assembled. There's no creaking or squeaking from interior panels. The engine compartment is roomy & easy to access to work on/ maintain. The 2.4L with the 5 speed Manual is spirited in performance & like most modern 4 cylinders will rip at higher RPM's thanks to the VVT (& manual transmission). The chassis is very composed & does not feel like a typical FWD car, thanks to the solid platform shared with the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo and equal half-shafts (no torque steer). There is a nice hum from the engine, which lets you know its actually running. There is some road noise but not offensive, & that's most likely because of the tires selected on this vehicle (high mileage compound tires are hard & often transmit road noise along with a rougher road ride). The ride is fairly comfortable on road & surprisingly good off-road. For mild off-roading or exploring, it's plenty capable in the AWD/4WD configuration. Is it as capable as a Wrangler? No, but it rides much nicer down the road and the MPG are bit better at 25+ mpg. Basically it's a simple, nice All-Weather Commuter that can get you out to the woods on the weekend.
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Update on 2014 Jeep Patriot AWD 4X4 2.4L A6
Brogue2014, Eau Claire, WI, 05/25/2018
updated 05/29/2019
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Don't listen to any bad reviews. I still love this Jeep. This is my fourth Jeep and it does good in bad weather and city driving. Long trips are ok. Mpg is better than my old Jeep. I got this one for just under 12k and it has the power group and all other add-ons just like a Lattitude except for heated seats and navigation group. I don't need those anyway. I compaired this to the used Toyota Rav4 and found I would have to compromise a higher cost and more mileage for the same year. The newer ones were too expensive. The differences between the two are brand name only. The Patriot does good on every aspect so far after driving it for over eight hours on a trip this week. Mpg is 10 mpg better city driving than my old JGCH I traded in. Highway driving is aroung 28 to 30 mpg on the freeway. The steering is great and I can make long trips and not get tired trying to fight the wind or weather. Did some hydroplaning during a heavy rain storm at freeway speed and it did not lose traction. Big hills are no problem for the 2.4L A6. Cargo room is no problem.
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Fun Little SUV
juice_weasel, Burlington, NC, 08/04/2014
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
24 of 27 people found this review helpful
To Jeeps credit they offer one of the few remaining SUVs with a stick shift. All others have gone luxury. I simply cannot stomach paying upwards and beyond 25,000 for a 4-banger (30k for a Outback with a 172hp, 2.5L,seriously?). As a person that prefers that smaller engines.4-cylinder, are mated to a manual this was the only real option in my price range. I purchased it at Elk Grove Jeep where there were 80 units on display. I knew I wanted a patriot and leaning toward a 4x4. From my experience test driving everything on the lot; avoid anything with the automatic, 2.0 or 2.4. Testing the 5M and the 2.4 with the 4WD off was immediately apparent. Torque off the line was strong!
2014, 37624 miles, Plugs and More!
Billfer, Burlington, NC, 09/29/2015
updated 04/04/2019
Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
03/2018 178,000 miles on it. Sold it. She still ran strong. At almost 100k it was more reliable than my Subaru Outback XT. When sold she was all original. She was starting to loosen up a bit, was still strong. The main reason I sold her was the driver's seat started wearing out. I'm a big guy 235lb. The Mexican upholstery shop wanted $300 to refurbish the seat. Then the check engine light came on and I needed to have the O2 sensors replaced ($225). No biggie but I traded her in for a 2018 Cherokee Trailhawk. OMG, that thing is a huge upgrade. If you are reading this and thinking about getting a used Patriot, go for it. It's one of those Jeep classics that you'll see in 20 years still going. Simple and reliable. 03/2016 After almost 40k miles the engine is still strong. Of course I have the manual transmission. Power is still decent. When pushed this whip can scoot. It pulls to redline but timing the shifts is difficult. The shifter is a mush box, while the engine is strong and the vehicle light, you have to ask yourself if it's worth racing the guy in the RAV4 or Escape? There is so much disconnect in the shifter that you won't be able to take advantage of the free-revving and torquey little motor. It'll pull like crazy in 2nd (keeps up with a 3-series BMW) when you go to grab 3rd it hangs up and won't engage until the R's fall way off. Try rushing it and you'll likely grenade the engine. It's a known fact Jeep puts cold plugs in to get better mileage. This comes at the expense of acceleration, gas mileage and refinement. Install a set of new platinum plugs http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BPITKQG. This will be the best $12 you ever spent. Long story short I changed the plugs and it went from a snarling beast to a pussy cat. It takes about 30mins max for a competent DIYer to accomplish. Much much smoother under acceleration. The engine just works better. Installed GoodYear Assurance TripleTred tires. The unidirectional low profile tire. With the 17" alloy wheels ala' Ebay. The car just handles better and feels more assured in snow and with the new tires hasn't hydroplaned once.. I am pleased with this little SUV. It's low maintenance both in appearance and operation. The roof racks got ripped off but that was my fault for not strapping the sailboards down properly and driving in 100+ mph winds. The interior has remained rattle free, the seats are losing their firmness and could probably be replaced. The windshield is bulletproof. A metal bolt came flying into it at freeway speeds, I watched it's trajectory from the back of a semi straight into my window. It made a huge CRACK sound alas but for a chip the glass is intact. Installed a new radio and 6x9 speakers and a sub. This little SUV is an installers dream with plenty of room for subs and amps. Installed a trailer hitch and that's it. The so called experts love to bagg on it. Sedan like ergonomics mean this little SUV is easy to climb into and out of. Not only that but the cargo area/ deck height is low so even my mom can get stuff loaded. It's a what I call an Obama-ride. With the economy uncertain and reemployment prospects slim am I going to go out and spend 30k+ on Subaru? This jeep fits the bill, $16,895 and I don't cry over door dings and bird dropping. Great car for the money.
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