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 Style Overview
The 2009 Jeep Patriot compact SUV is available in base Sport and upmarket Limited trims. The price-leading Sport comes with wimpy-looking 16-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning and a CD/MP3 player with an auxiliary audio jack. Moving up to the more luxurious Limited nets 17-inch alloy wheels, foglights, privacy glass, chrome exterior accents, leather trim, heated front seats, a fold-flat front passenger seat, reclining 60/40-split rear seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, and optional uconnect GPS, a high-tech bundle that includes Bluetooth connectivity, a hard-drive-based navigation system with real-time traffic and 30 gigabytes of music storage, DVD playback on the LCD screen (when the vehicle is in Park) and voice-recognition capability. A 115-volt outlet, full power accessories, cruise control and remote keyless entry also come standard. Many of the Limited's features are available on the Sport as individual or packaged options.Both trims can be equipped with a sunroof, a six-CD changer and a Boston Acoustics premium audio system with satellite radio and flip-down speakers in the liftgate. 4WD models can be had with an off-road package that includes skid plates; a low-range ratio for models with a continuously variable transmission (CVT); hill descent control; and an additional inch of ground clearance. The Limited model also qualifies for a navigation system and hands-free phone connectivity.
Style Comparisons
| Trim | Engine | Trans. | Wheels | Audio System | Seating | MSRP |
Current Vehicle:
Sport 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M) |
2.4L inline 4 double overhead cam (DOHC) 16-valve engine |
5-speed manual transmission |
16 x 6.5 in. steel |
4-speaker, AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 Playback, mast antenna |
cloth upholstery |
$17,540 |
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Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M) |
2.4L inline 4 double overhead cam (DOHC) 16-valve engine |
5-speed manual transmission |
17 x 6.5 in. alloy |
4-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback, mast antenna |
leather upholstery |
$22,230 |
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