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I hope the defense missile better then vehicle.
Joseph Vriethoff, 02/02/2020
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Since purchase, nothing but down hill. First month, left brake lite, rear hatch hydraulic failed. Hill assit, what a joke, stalls because brakes don't release, remove assit, then abs lite won't go off. Cruise control doesn't work now. Now clutch failed. When purchased 21,000 miles driven 8 months 32,000 miles now. I really needed a dependable car. I'm a cancer patcient and my Oncologist is 100 miles one way over coastal mt.range. I'm really disappointed in Jeep. Joe cancer.
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Gets You From A to B
tezza76, 01/04/2013
2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought this brand new to replace my TL that died. Just had a kid so I decided to get an SUV, but on a limited budget since a new car wasn't planned. Not the smoothest ride (it is a jeep) & not a lot of power. Going uphill is a lot of work & the gas mileage is horrible (15mpg) I'm guessing because of design. Not aerodynamic at all. Cabin is very small. My sedan had more interior room. With a car seat in the back its a tight fit for other passengers when they can actually fit. Cargo area is small so transporting large items is out. Even with seats folded. Tried to move a playhouse & it wouldn't fit through rear opening. Loaded same playhouse into my brother in law's CR-V with ease
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We got a lemon
Ox, 12/19/2019
2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
So far we've needed to replace the cvt transmission at 98,000 miles. It cost 5,000$. Lower control arms twice wheel bearings the driver side twice now a wheel sensor is out and the 4wd, abs and tc lights are on. When it rains the inside map light and dome lights fill with water and drain onto the dash. Never buying another Chrysler vehicle again.
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Nice little SUV
cn2010, 12/22/2010
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
Just bought my 2011 Jeep Patriot and it exceeds my expectations. The MSRP was $23,600 but comes very well equipped with heated seats and remote start! I thought the CVT would be an issue but paired with my optional AutoStick you can get by the slightly sluggish automatic shifting. In fact the AutoShift is the BEST manul/auto shifting system I've ever used. The shifting is instantaneous and satisfying! Styling is very nice from the outside and functional, clean and well designed inside. Part time 4x4 system is insurance in snowy weather. Highly recommeded!
The best Vehicle for your money
craigvet, 06/19/2011
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a RAV4 bought couldn't touch one for less than 16,000 and that was with 45,000 miles. I have found that Toyota run for ever, but their bodies dent easly. I have always viewed Chrystler Products as junk. Hell I got a brand new Patriot for 16K, its a base line automatic (becouse I will not buy a front wheel drive stick). It has a lot of room. I hope its reliable. The last new vehicle I bought was 02 Ranger and it was junk. After owning 7 Fords I ditched them and went Toyota. But Damm I don't want to pay 25k for a new RAV4. I have manual windows and door locks but it came with cruise, radio, and AC that is all the accerories I want. Less stuff to break
Vastly Improved!
wrightonman, 08/07/2012
2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Due to a growing family, growing dog, growing gas prices, we needed an AFFORDABLE vehicle that was no frills and durable. Our 2004 Wrangler had to go :( The dealership gave me a 2011 "redesigned" Patriot as a loaner vehicle while the Wrangler was being serviced. I couldn't believe it, but I really like this thing! I was always a Jeep snob and dismissed the Patriot anytime someone mentioned the name, I was wrong. It suits our needs perfectly-Thanks Jeep!
Too many problems
Sammy sweetheart, 06/01/2021
2012 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Having a problem with the engine balance shaft module. It can cause engine failure among other issues if not fixed. The 2013-2014 have a recall for the exact same thing my 2012 is doing. The 2012 has not been added into the recall list and therefore they will not do anything about it. I've already put 700 worth of work into it and it still not fixed. I'm probably going to have cut my losses. I will never buy a Jeep again and will tell anyone I know interested in buying a Jeep to go another route.
Very Nice 4x4 SUV
jmcwil01747, 03/20/2011
2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 26 people found this review helpful
Well built. Quiet, handles well except for some body lean on tight curves (compared to my BMW). Averages 24 MPG with 1500 miles on the odometer of mixed driving. The CVT takes a little getting use to but after a couple of hundred miles you and it adapt to one another. Where this guy shines is when you take it down the logging roads. It really shows it's Jeep heritage! Nothing seems to faze it. Rocks, water, mud, deep ruts equals "No Big Deal".
Engine overheats
rstonebrook, 06/08/2013
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 11 people found this review helpful
This Jeep is not made for going thru mountains. When still under warranty and 4 different trips, traveling from Phx to Flagstaff AZ to see family in the hot summer, would lose ALL power, coasted to side of road, wait till engine cooled and. nothing they could but but add another raditaor under front bumper, but I had to pay for it $300. My husband is a disabled vet. The V.A. in Prescott az bought a fleet of these jeeps, and the V.A. is not happy. When they had to travel thru mountains to do in home care, overheating, V.A. contacted Chrysler, sorry theres nothing we can about the problem ! 13 gal tank don't get far. V.A. uses different, cars now & bolts to remove, air cleaners!
Great
jmatt12, 07/31/2011
2011 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 56 people found this review helpful
Just got a brand new Jeep Patriot. I was skeptical after reading some very negative reviews, but it didn't turn out that way. Very responsive and fun to drive without using too much gas. The 2.4 engine has plenty of power and gets to speed quickly. The best part is my 6'3" body fits comfortably in the drivers seat. If you like the jeep style but want to be conservative this is a great car.
Good Car!
lhlavenka, 07/06/2012
2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife's PT bit the dust & we ended up with a program 2011 Jeep Patriot. Good car. Handles well. and the fuel mileage is great. Two adults and their stuff, we got a low of 28 MPG in the hills of north Arkansas to 32.9 in the flat lands of Illinois and in Kansas. That's with the air on. The transmission takes getting used to but is not a minus after you understand there are no real gears. Want to merge, give the shifted a swat to drop down a bit and GO! Remember it's just a 2.4 not a V8. A great value . This is the the mild mannered 4WD, it's ditch rated not trail rated. Plenty good enough. This is north central Arkansas, hills' twisty roads and a lot of gravel.
Jeep Patriot
MB, 06/18/2020
2012 Jeep Patriot Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really enjoyed my Jeep Patriot. Purchased new in 2012; other than basic wear replacements (brakes, struts, etc) I never had issues with my vehicle. Had for over 100k miles before I needed to replace the battery, so definitely got my money’s worth. Great for bad weather, especially with ability of switching to 4x4. Great on gas mileage as well. Speeding up while getting on highway was slower, as it’s a CVT, but I never had any problems. A vehicle lasts only as long as you take care of it; it’s capable of doing light off roaring, like going to a campsite, but not what a Wrangler can do.
Disappointment
stud2boat, 12/07/2012
2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude X 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 26 people found this review helpful
What seemed to be a great purchase. Soon turned into quite a different thing!
My experience with Jeep
Simone Benac, 12/22/2017
2012 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 8 people found this review helpful
The front drivers side seat only goes front to back. There is no seat height adjustment. The center console is too far back making it hard to access. My wipers go on when I use them to signal a turn and the dealership said they don’t know how to fix it. They couldn’t duplicate the problem!
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Ruby Red Beauty!!
Vicki, 03/31/2021
2012 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Patriot is a nice Jeep... Has good get up and go for a SUV... It was so much FUN Off-roading!! Has a decent amount of Cargo Space, but is a little small for us at least!! It only had 60,000 miles on it when I bought it back in June 2020!! It does have a comfortable ride on pavement or Off-roading!! It's a great little Jeep, Looked like NEW!!
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Love 💟 it
Alexandria , 11/13/2022
2012 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Long live the jeep
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