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Used 2008 Jeep Patriot Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Vehicle

patriotAZ, 07/21/2008
2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I've been driving the Patriot for 3 months and 5000 miles and so far have been very pleased. Gas mileage is around 25 mpg combined which is amazing compared to the 16 mpg I was previously getting from an old pathfinder. Very good vehicle for the price. There are a few areas for Chrysler to improve this car but for a vehicle that has only been on the market for a couple years, it's fantastic. Would recommend to anyone who wants an affordable SUV that is fun to drive good on gas.

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4 out of 5 stars

Very Pleased!

Ringer, 11/03/2008
2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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We have been very happy with our Patriot. The Manual 5 speed gets excellent gas mileage averaging 28mpg and even up to 30. It actually has sufficient power considering its size. You're not going to break any land speed records, but it has enough power loaded down to get over both passes from western Colorado to Denver without being stuck behind the semis. The patriot is a great value for the money especially with all the options and the safety features. The only downfalls have been having to take it in to repair a the left turn signal that stopped canceling itself, as well as it being a little hesitant to engage in reverse while facing downhill. Cons are outweighed by the pros if it lasts.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

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nothppy, 12/18/2009
2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I got my used 08 Patriot W/48k back in early Sep.09. For the first 3 months I did not have any problems with it and overall is nice to drive and gets good mpg. Then one day I was driving and a light came on and my jeep was slowing down and lost a lot of its power. So I looked it up and it was the (ETC)electronic throttle control. I kept having problems with it so i brought it in and found out that the electronic throttle body needed to be replaced. From my understanding this is something that a few newer jeeps have been having some problems with. overall I am happy with my Patriot but I,m uncomfortable with the ETC cause the mechanics said w/ ECT the accelerator has a good chance of sticking

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Fun To Drive

Brian Usiak, 01/13/2010
2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my Jeep used and I fell in love with it right away. The body style is great and the interior is roomy enough for my 6ft 3in frame.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

All Jeep, Practical Transportation

job2133, 11/19/2008
2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought this vehicle as a second car and my wife's daily driver for work. Since we live in the Northeast, we wanted to get a 4 X 4. We looked at the Honda CR-V, Saturn VUE, and the RAV 4 but no one could touch the price of the Jeep Patriot and the lifetime power train warranty. I am very pleased with the Trail Rated Version and as a second vehicle to a Chevrolet Suburban, it fits the bill perfectly for low cost, 4 wheel drive, fuel efficiency and the historic look of Jeep. Yes this vehicle is a little noisy and does not drive like our Suburban, but what do you expect? It is practical transportation that gives you many standard safety features, low cost and rugged looks.

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