Used 2016 Jeep Renegade Consumer Reviews

It’s a sour lemon

Car has had warning lights going on and off. Brought to dealership numerous times. Now it lost power on the road, warning lights came on and won’t start back up so it had to be towed. Don’t buy one!

No spare

BEWARE: I have a 2017 Renegade and it did NOT come with a spare. It has a can of Fix-A-Flat-type stuff that might work if you've got a slow leak, but for a blowout, forget it. The dealer never advised me of this, and now I'm having to spend $300 to get a "spare tire kit." This almost amounts to a scam. At the very least a dealer should tell a customer that there is no spare.

Bad Anniversary Present.

Bought the 75th Anniversary Edition and while it is a sharp looking suv with some extra bells and whistles you’d be wise to spend your money elsewhere. Sunroof started malfunctioning within a year. It opens fine but only closes about a third of the way then opens again. Happened too many times so now don’t use it. Check engine light came on and was related to the thermostat but the car operates normally but here is a KEY item. When the check engine light comes on, regardless of reason, the 4WD is disabled. Then magically the light went off...then back on..then back off. Then just today tried to open the hood to check out the new rattle in this fine Italian engine and the hood is stuck on one side. Not worth the money or the numerous issues. Too many other dependable options out there.

Jeep Renegade Latitude

Very happy with my Jeep. There is a lot of attention to detail and driving down the road it is more unique than the average ride. The tail lights are bright and stick out so it is good reassurance on feeling I will not be rear ended. The Latitude is a lot more quiet than I thought it would be. It handles very well and I look forward to driving it this winter. If I had to point out any downfalls it would be that the transmission takes a few seconds too long to go into first. The head rest is also a bit far forward for my liking.

Nice little Jeep

Fun for just driving around. Bought it brand new and had some electronic issues early on that come and go. This little Jeep gets pushed around in the snow pretty bad and does poorly in the dirt at best. Put biggest agressive tires I could and have the slight lift inclueded in the Trailhawk but doesn't really make a difference. I've owned Jeeps all my life. Minimal capabilities but my son loves it for cruising around town.

Fun for a Week

The Jeep Renegade was my first new vehicle purchase ever. I loved it's quirky design and affordability. Unfortunately after a few short months of owning it, Chrysler has offered me a credit and I am trading it in for something new. I've had it in the shop 4 times in 6 weeks literally. First it needed a "technology update", the the thermostat went out, then the check engine light was on, and now it needs some sort of module. When I buy a brand new vehicle, I expect reliability. So disappointed in this purchase. I thought I'd be a Jeep girl for life but I am moving on to something new.

Very nice

Other shoppers should know the price on the car and how good of a car it is.

Horrible SUV

This Jeep is horrible. Had it for 8 months and have taken it to the dealer five times. First time was for the driver seat belt making a clicking noise. To find out the bolt holding the seat belt to the B pillar wasn't tight enough and I could hear the crush washer clicking. The next issue was the airbag and traction control lights came on and didn't clear tell the dealer ship. The PMC was updated and thats all Jeep knew about to do. The third time the window regulator cable went out on the passenger window and the window wouldn't close. A month later there was a rattling noise in the same door to find out that the door bracket busted. And finally a stress crack in the windshield with only 8500 miles on the jeep. I wouldn't recommend this Jeep to anyone. Too many little things happening in less than 10,000 miles. Traded this in got a different car. Cant imagine what would happen in the long term specially reading the engine blew out and transmission failed reviews.

Electrical adventure

We purchased a 2016 75th Anniversary Edition Jeep Renegade. We loved the look of this Jeep. It wasn't your traditional looking Jeep but we aren't into the normal traditional looking vehicles. This is definitely something different. NOW THE ISSUES: This Jeep has been an electrical nightmare! It's been back to the shop at least 7 times for a tire pressure sensor to have repaired. It runs about 50 miles after the repair then the service light for the sensor comes back on. The service people at Jeep can't seem to resolve the issue. The problem still exists without any resolution. It's also been in for repair because the brain in the radio went out. They fixed that issue to have to return it back to the shop a few weeks later because the 4×4 electrical switch failed. You could not switch into four wheel drive. Lastly the fan motor on the radiator went out and also fried the fan sensor. When I tell you that I miss my Kia' s that I had for over four years and that they have never been in the shop, you know it's serious, especially coming from a family of a Chrysler workers. PLEASE STOP WITH THE CHEAP MEXICO AND CHINESE PARTS! THAT IS THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM, I'M SURE! ALONG WITH QUANTITY OVER QUALITY!

Great little truck

Purchased in 2016. Great feeling for a small suv. no problems with the transmission or cruise control.Rear leg room is tight gas mileage around 23 mpg.

Little Jeep with an Attitude

Bought this for daughter who will be on job sites in construction (the VW bug wasn't going to cut it). Best of all worlds for a young kid. Can and will climb the mountains. Can cross the river if needed (patriot and others fail). Trailhawk is only way to go. while she won't (hopefully) be doing the big off-road courses... hmmm i can't wait to do the off-road adventures. You must get with removeable top. Very in jeep mode. and the easter eggs are everywhere and deserved. This... is written by an Audi/Mercedes owner who is now seriously hunting real Jeeps.

My yellow submarine!

Check around at different dealers and on line. Got great deal on line plus got the renegade in my color with the equipment I wanted $5,300 less at a dealer 150 miles away. Worth the drive through the country side. They were a pleasure to deal with, and we were in and out with in a couple of hours. Of course it helped knowing what I wanted.

A Fiat with a Jeep logo

This vehicle is very poor quality with more issues than I have time to post. I recommend looking elsewhere. I can't even get half of what I owe on it after one year.

Dealers wont honor warrantied problems

First new car I have bought in over 23 yrs. After making ur deal, be prepared for dealer add ons that can cost as much as $9300.00. The warranty on Jeep is really bad. For the price u pay, u dont get much quality assurance from jeep. The cheaper cars have much better warranties. The jeep rides great, and very comfortable with all the options they have to offer. I still have not used all the options, nor have I learned to use all of them, just one at a time. Even though I am enjoying the ride of the new Jeep, I really was not satisfied with the dealer, and I only had the jeep for 2 weeks, I have no idea if any thing the dealer told me will be backed up, as in 4 free oil changes, and if the warranty is any good, bc I had trouble with warranties before. BTW, there are only 2 features of this jeep I dont like, small but aggravating. Fuel tank panel does not lock, and inside, no room to easily hook up the seat belt. Really, 2 bad designs, but not a major factor. Update: I hate the security system. Sometimes I like to lock up without using the security to save on battery, but to do this, it is a pain. I would like just to lock from one door and all is locked, like other cars. Also, lights r always on (when engine is running). Headlights or running lights, dont matter, something is always on draining the battery. If the battery charging system gets weak due to time, looks like I will be needing a tow. Now, I am not crazy abt the warranty repairs. They cant find a problem with the jeep, in the electronics part, and if the ydo find the problem, they will NOT give me a loaner car, if I need to leave it over night, on the factory warranty. It took over a year to get the warranty work fixed. Needed Chrysler Headquarters to find a dealer that will work on warranty problems. Chrysler dealers here are real bad. Not sure if I want another Chrysler, bc the dealers here dont comply with their business warranties. Finally found one place that honors the warranty and that place in Anderson WILL be the only place that works on my Jeep

Foxy is a desrt hawk mojave color so far so good!!

I have a 2017mojave deserthawk.k, i purchase at the end of September So far i love this vehicle, i love the funky style, interior, and electronics. I have owned Mitsu for 25 years, and have an Outlander, which is awesome, and i love it. i sold my other Mitsu to my sister, and wanted another, the renegade US a good cu" needs better headlights hid or led love the cold weather pkg So i looked, drove and reviewed all the information and criticism of the Renegade, so i wait a year, until all the little problems were fixed, such as the key fobs, brakes, engine and transmission(shame on the usa uaw workers, poor quality at the start), but all seems good on the 2016;s, It is a good vehicle, and i hope i have lots of fun with it.

Very disappointed

We bought my Renegade in August 2015, brand new off the lot. I have had it in the service dock 6 times since then. The last time it was there, I didn't get it back for 3 weeks. The customer service at the dealership was horrible. The brakes squealed horribly the first 2 months I owned it. Got that fixed and then I had a terrible "Clicking, rattling, ticking" noise coming from somewhere in the front end/steering column area when I would turn the wheel in any direction. I understand this is a first year model and they don't know what issues it will have, but the dealership would pull it in the dock, replace something and say "It's fixed". I would drive it home and have the same issues. So I would have to drive it back again and have them listen and look. That happened 4 times, with each time replacing something different. So my now "brand new" car has had parts replaced that didn't even need replacing. I am now currently looking into the Lemon Law to see what can be done. I am glad we purchased all the extra warranties, $33,000 and I haven't even been able to enjoy it. We own a 2009 Jeep Wrangler and also had a 1990 Jeep Wrangler and love(d) them. We consider ourselves to be a jeep family, but I will tell you this: I am not a Renegade fan one bit! Additional info more then a year and a half later: This car rattles like a tin can now! Still so unhappy with purchasing this car. Resale/Trade in value is HORRIBLE. But the good thing is I have detoured many people from purchasing a Renegade.

Brand new 2016 already in shop for repairs!

Bought the car brand new and within 2 weeks it's already in the shop (Russell Westbrook in Van Nuys, CA). I noticed the steering wheel and driver's seat were vibrating more than I thought they should when I test drove. Within 2 weeks of ownership I started the car and it was shaking so badly as though it wasn't getting any gas. It's now been in the shop 8 days. I'm told it needs a new PCM (the "brains" of the car). Nice! No known reason why it failed according to Tech. So if there is an diagnosed underlying issue (rather than a PCM having been damaged when installed or manufactured), it can repeat and stall/cut off on me ANYWHERE ANYTIME...including at night, miles away from home, on a highway at high speed, etc. Took several days for the part to come in. Finally did and car still sitting another 1 1/2 days so far. Additionally, I noticed immediately when I was driving along a long sweeping curved highway, the steering wheel lost ALL tension feeling 100% loose. This reoccurred several times. I called the service dept at the dealership (West Valley Chrysler Jeep) and inquired of Tech Casey, who responded he never heard of this and told me next time I came in they'd check it out. Obviously, unconcerned. Well, that would sound concerning to me! I then asked if it might be the lane assist feature? He responded that could be. Now I'm reading otherwise on the forums. You'd think a tech should know. So...once the PCM issue is resolved, they'll move onto the steering wheel issue, plus other issues I've already had 2 weeks owning this NEW car, including very poor gas mileage, car speaker issue of low volume in hearing a caller, driver's passive door lock not working, and leather seat on the side of the driver's car seat already having creases in it, likely the result of sitting outside on dealer's lot with windows rolled up in hot CA sun for weeks. Re: gas mileage: I previously rented a Renegade Latitude for 2 days and drove to the South Bay and back to the San Fernando Valley 8 times (4 round trips) before needing gas. With this new Limited, additional gas needed after much fewer miles. Issues during the purchase process: Very rude and incompetent staff, no follow through. Nick Ellis was my main sales rep at West Valley CJ . After giving me the dealership's "final" price, I left to consider it. When I told Nick I was leaving to think about it he didn't even bother raising his head to acknowledge me, though he was certainly VERY friendly when I arrived, including a handshake. Tip to dealership: A customer should always be treated as graciously and kindly as they were initially greeted when they exit the dealership, regardless of why they are leaving. The main issue with the deal causing me hesitation (which I explained ad nauseam to each dealership rep who approached me) was the car came preloaded with options I would not have selected, driving the price up. Other issues: Dealership won't let you test drive on freeway (the steering wheel issue may have been discovered at such time) and prefer you only take 1 lap around the block on a test drive - I got attitude when I requested more, which I did; a sales rep told me I wasn't being "honest" with him because I wasn't giving him a time frame by which I would make my decision AND he said his manager was mad at him and he could not help any other customers until I had made a decision - seriously? Lastly, another sales rep (Kevin) saw my fiance and I leaving and asked what it would take to make the deal happen, the price was reduced a little bit more, I then asked Nick for a new Financial Disclosure sheet and he literally YELLED at me and accused me of going behind his back (I did not, Kevin approached us as we were getting into my car), grinding them down, and told me flat out he'd rather hold onto the car and sell it to someone else rather than let it go at that price. (And let's keep in mind, the car broke down 2 weeks after purchase...I wish he had sold it to someone else!) Finance Manager Jorge doesn't return calls or e-mails. Couldn't get confirmation he received the mandatory proof of insurance on a new car, despite multiple calls/e-mails. He also printed out a DMV form with incorrect sales price, which I caught. Took multiple calls and involvement of GM for a copy of the hand corrected form, plus almost 1 month later he still hasn't sent over paperwork to Theftpatrol so I can register. FCA and Russell Westbrook can't seem to coordinate on my rental with Enterprise, etc., etc., etc. I'm sure I can think of more crap if I keep thinking (or review all my massive notes at this point). Nightmare purchase, dealership follow through non-existent, sold a car that malfunction from the start, GM Eric never bothered to check back with me knowing the car malfunctioned just after purchase and was towed into Russell Westbrook, repair service slow - car sits for days. Look at Yelp reviews...

LOVE, LOVE my new 2016 Jeep Trailhawk!!

Picked up my new Colorado Red, 2 MySky sunroofs, Trailhawk a few days ago and LOVE IT! Typically, I'm a Ford lover, e.g. Escape and other models, but I absolutely HATE the way the new small SUVs look like station wagons (in my opinion). I wanted a vehicle that was a small SUV with big functionality, some nice add-ons, and more of the "box" look that my old Ford Escape had. The Trailhawk has multiple off-road options, which I may not use often enough, but wanted the capabilities anyway. I read some other reviews about lack of quick acceleration, and I haven't really noticed that problem at all. Although, I don't think I usually try to go 60 MPH within 5 seconds anyway. I love the technologies of UConnect, the ease of use of setting all the controls, the automatic windshield wipers (they're perfectly timed based on rain!), and strong, sturdy environment that surrounds me. This may sound weird...but I feel like I'm in an extremely, well-made, sturdy vehicle that is "stronger" than even my Ford Escape was. That "secure" feeling is very meaningful to me. The only thing that I wish..... that the MySky front option had the ability to open the opaque but leave a transparent window so that I could use the "top down" daylight in the winter months without cold coming in. I also wish the back seats were a little more "comfy" like the front seats but I rarely have people in the back seat anyway. I love the various key-less options, Display options, etc. I also have the blind spot alerts which I LOVE. There are so many things that are perfect, I can't write them all down. I went to Autoland dealer in NJ, and they were less than helpful trying to find my 2016 Red Trailhawk with the options I wanted. Yet, 1 day later, Salerno Duane in NJ found my exact match vehicle in a tri-state dealer and had it to me in 3 days. I used Salerno Duane previously so am thrilled with their willingness to help me. If you're looking for a unique SUV that is solid and well thought out, you'll love this new 2016 Renegade line of vehicles!! Debi S - New Jersey

Eh.

Rented on on a recent trip to HI. for 2 weeks. I liked the way it looked and it was very comfortable. Lots of interior room for the front seats. I did not sit in the back. Cargo area was small, but after all it is a small vehicle so i didn't expect it to be huge. Transmission was weak. It had these dead areas and hesitations when you accelerated. It did shitf smoothly during normal driving and when you didn't punch it. We had the larger of the 2 engines which wasn't enough. It accelerated okay but it was whimpy sounding. It zipped instead of roared. I like a big beefy motor with lots of power. My other 2 vehicles are v8's. If this had some muscle behind it or a stick shift it would be better. Gas mileage was good averaging in the mid 20's per gallon. That's good for me because my Chevy truck and Jeep WJ both get in the low teens. Ha ha. But this thing has a 10 gallon tank! Which means it seems like you go through more gas than you do, because you can't store much. Overall styling was great. We took it on the sand for a short trip and the 4x4 worked quite well. If i had air downed the tires , it would be very good. I like a lot about this vehicle but not enough to buy one at what they are selling for. Drop in a much larger 6 or small 8, clean up the shifting and lower the price. One could purchase a stripped down Wrangler for the price and do much better.

Don't walk away - RUN!!!!

I purchased a 2015 Renegade. The car continually went dead and would lock the key into the ignition. It was in the shop 6 times over 4 months and still was not fixed. I finally traded it for a 2016 with a push button start (cost an additional $4000). Now this car continues to go in the shop due to the check engine light coming on. I so wish I had researched this better. I did not realize it was a Chrysler product until after purchasing the 2015; even so I thought it would be Jeep Tough-WRONG!! This is the LAST American made vehicle I will purchase. I've owned a Toyota in the past=No Problems, and I now have a Honda Element with over 150,000 miles on it; it is still running fabulous (very few minor repairs over the 8 years I've owned it). Between the two Jeeps, they have been in the shop more times then the 2007 Honda. Don't walk away - RUN!!!! Chrysler does not stand by their product, had it not been for the dealership taking responsibility I would have been out a lot of money from the 2015 Renegade. Chrysler did nothing but give me the run around. If the 2016 does not get fixed this time I will be calling Chrysler again. UGH!!! So Unhappy with this product!!!!!

Happy with mine

I am very happy with this vehicle. Test drove the hind, Toyota, and nisson. Likes the cabin feel best in the jeep as well as the height. Others have better trunk room- that was not what I was looking for. Do consider adding extra glass protection/insurance. Rear window shattered in my first month.

2016 renegade

Do not buy this year. Ours has front end problems service engine light is on AC does not work. Horrible! Dont buy!

''This Vehicle Has Design Flaws"

When you have the Driver's ONLY window open you get that wafting of air flow that make your EAR DRUMS WANT TO EXPLODE. I had this WITH ALL THREE of the new Jeep Compasses that I owned BUT ONLY WHEN ONLY THE REAR WINDOWS WERE OPEN(only the rear windows open at one time). The driver's manual even noted this; that you could adjust the window level of openness to ''try'' to correct this problem. It is a MAJOR PROBLEM when it is happening with the front driver's window ONLY OPEN. The fan/air conditioner/heat cluster is DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE PASSENGERS ''LEFT KNEE''. I did not notice this until I had a passenger in the Jeep with me. The passenger seat bottom is ''half'' directly IN FRONT OF THE fan/air conditioner/heat control cluster. My 2016 Jeep Latitude has NO CUP HOLDERS IN THE BACK SEAT. The 60/40 split back seat has no cup holder when one side is folded down. The ONLY STORAGE foe maybe a ''small''water bottle is in the rear door pocket and that is on an angle tilted. The vehicle HAS NO SPARE TIRE but a ''fix kit'' that won't do any good on a ''blow out'' tire. In the hatch there is a top level storage and under that a Styrofoam storage tray that is ''worthless'' when you get a flat tire. The seat fabric reminds me of BURLAP; COARSE,SCRATHY, STIFF and hard. The drivers seat is SOFT AND SPRINGY AND BOUNCY. When you make ''LEFT'' turns the seat bottom ''gives'' too much and colapes. I parked in a parking lot to unload some papers for recycling and there was a storm sewer drain. The Renegade was on a downward slop and the hatch would not open; after sever attempts the hatch finally opened with a piece of plastic breaking off on the hatch AND a screw falling out from somewhere. I am Not Happy with my purchase. I miss my Compass Latitudes EXCEPT FOR THE M.P.G'S. I NEED a vehicle with BETTER M.P.G'S

Well, um

This vehicle would be great for local driving but it is awful for road trips. I had to stop twice on a six hour trip for fuel refills. What good is great mileage if you have to pull into a gas station like 8 cylinder gas guzzling SUV? Needs a larger fuel tank. Technology is adequate nothing special.

Renegade Nation

Great design, true jeep quality. Love the detachable roof get so many compliments on the Jungle Green Color!

So I rented one of these Renegades

From Budget Car Rental now I know why budget Car Rental keeps these on hand because they are truly budget. the one I'm driving is basically brand-new it has less than 18,000 miles on it the cruise control doesn't work I'm a pretty short guy and I hit my head every time I get in the car. The seats are uncomfortable it doesn't track well going down the road you constantly have to be on top of it. The performance is horrible the car I use for work would outperform this thing any day of the week and it's a Toyota Prius that's sad. but then again it is a domestic. after driving this thing for 75 miles I had to get out and stretch my legs it is just plain uncomfortable.

Red Lady Bug

I purchased my Jeep Renegade after totaling my Honda Civic, and while we test drove several suvs this one we fell in love with. It's sporty, functional, and for having a kid it works great for us. The dealership we purchased it from was very helpful and gave us a great price on it as well. So far I have only had one issue with the rear back door lock, but the dealership got it taken care of in a timely manner. Overall I love this vehicle and the look of it.

Get rid of Nav and Sat Radio

Car is cute and seems to be capable. Ride is ok but rough as compared to a car. Would really like to have had NOT to buy the $1200+ option for the large screen display and SatNav/Radio. A plain smartphone could replace and stay up to date more than a car's expensive option. Why is it so hard to find a loaded car minus the expensive option but poorly functioning Sat/Nav/Radio that your already paid on your smartphone?

AWESOME look of the Interiors, AWEFUL Gas Mileage

i should specify: WE DIDNT PURCHASE THIS CAR, BUT WE WERE ABOUT TO: WE RENTED IT AND CHANGED OUR MIND! /I rented this Car for a long work trip, so i ended up driving a 2016 Jeep Renegade Limited that was given to me with just over 5000miles on it, and in a month i drove 1800miles on it: i learned a lot of things about this Car, and changed our mind. /We own an old SUV that is a total Gas guzzler that barely gets 20mpg, and we need to switch to something that is more fuel efficient that will allow us to take trips without the headache of the Gas Cost, and the little Jeep Renegade seemed to be the perfect fit; too bad in the month i drove it, which i was mostly driving on highway, i was never able to get more than 27-28mpg. /Keep in mind that the 27-28mpg i obtained it by filling up with Premium Fuel, when i initially rented the Car, it was filled with Regular, and i barely seen a 25.1 because most of the times it was down in the 24mpg on the Highway, anyway i am OK using Premium, but for a Car this size: IT'S A GAS HOG! /People buying a Small SUV, are looking for something that can do at least 30+mpg on the Highway, and this Renegade doesn't even come close to it, which makes it harder to justify selling the bigger one we have already that gets about 20-21mpg and it's a waaay bigger than this Renegade. /It is very frustrating to know that in Europe as well as South America this nice Renegade is sold with several different Diesel Motor options, one of which features 170Hp and does well over 40mpg: WHY DOESN'T FCA BRING THEIR DIESEL IN U.S.??? /The Transmission may seem strange at the beginning, but as i was progressing in the Trip i had the chance to drive some long stretches of Highway with Speed Limits of 80 and 85mph, and that's when you realize that the Transmission actually works great: once you reach 80mph, it sets itself in 9th Gear and maintains it, and it gets a pretty good Gas mileage to be at that speed: traveling at 75mph-80mph on Cruise is when i reached 27mpg average, if you drop down to 70mph, the Car starts play shifting between 7th 8th and 9th Gear and the Gas mileage drops to mere 26mpg. /BUT IT MAKES SENSE: this Car is sold all over the world, and in many Countries the Speed Limits are around 80 to 90mph, so rather than making different versions for each country, FCA made a Gearbox that fits all... so for us here in the US, with the exception of a had full of States that understand modern Cars capabilities, we are forced to barely see the last 2 gears, for those unlucky ones that live in a State stuck in the ages of 65-70mph Speed Limits, you may as well consider your Car a 7 Speed, and not a 9, and with that, forget also about better Gas mileage. /But the Car itself looks great, the Interior is really beautiful, very well designed in every detail, and with the long trips i took, it turned out to be surprisingly comfortable and spacious. /TALKING ABOUT A BAD EPISODE: during a part of the Trip, i was working in an area where every day i had to drive 8 miles on a Gravel Road; while on the first day i was very slow in doing so, i soon gained confidence and that's when i started having issues with the Electronic Stability Control doing some weird things, like as i am driving on the straight and hitting a hole or multiple holes, the system engaged itself and steered the car while i was driving on the straight: it was kinda scary, so i attempted to disable the ESC, which is not quite a "Click and Play": when you press the "ESC OFF" button one time, the Display says it has disabled ONLY the "Traction Control", to disable the "Electronic Stability Control" you have to press and hold the "ESC OFF" button for about 5 seconds, and then the Display gives you a message saying "ESC OFF" and a Yellow Warning light appears on the dashboard. /GOOD TO GO...!!! NOT SO FAST, as i gained confidence with the Car and the gravel Road, i started enjoying the daily commute on the Gravel and so the Car started Drifting around some curves... it was really fun to do so, but then, one day, with surprise, even with the ESC OFF, as i was drifting and controlling a slide, all of a sudden the ESC self activated and steered the Car in the direction where i was Counter Steering, thus sending me in the opposite direction of the turn i was taking: THAT WAS SCARY! /The Rental place stated it could have been a side effect of the Vibrations from the Gravel Road, which may have confused the 'G sensor', so they suggested me to try one of the other driving modes and see if this bad behavior continues. /Unfortunately changing Mode didn't solve it, it only changed how quickly the system self activates and how it acts despite the fact the Display says that the ESC is OFF: one time as i was testing other driving modes, the Car almost threw me into a Ditch. I got furious with it. WHY CAN'T I TURN OFF THIS FEATURE, and why does the Display lie and say it is OFF when it is still ON??? - - - I AM NOT BUYING THIS GAS DRINKING DEATH TRAP!!!

Much better than I expected

As of December 2022, i remain delighted witg tgis 2.4L Jeep Renegade Limited. I bought this car with very low expectations. After all, it was a Jeep made in Italy. But...it was incredibly inexpensive compared to other SUVs, had four-wheel drive, great cargo space and fit nicely into my garage. I now have 70,000 miles on it and have driven up and down mountains, in deserts, dozens of national parks and every state park in Virginia. It's been a dream. The 2.4L engine has enough pep, the gas milage around 28MPG is fine and the handling is great fun. My buddy bought a practical Subaru and can't wait to get behind the steering wheel of my Jeep. During the height of COVID, I was able to pack tons of food, diapers and cleaning products to take to the desperate in our community. Everyone came to smile when seeing this Jeep in their neighborhood. Maintenance? I'm meticulous about this. The only work has been what is supposed to be done periodically. Whatever ratings for this vehicle and its successors, they seem to be proliferating. I see Renegades everywhere. Buyers love them, even if Edmunds and Consumer Reports doesn't. The People's Choice, not the critics' choice. UPDATE: I have driven this Jeep all over the U.S. in the most difficult terrain. Whether on the highway or off, the handling is superb...and fun .The 4WD means you can drive just about anywhere. I've had few issues with the vehicle, but I am meticulous about checking and servicing. I am averaging 29.2MPH, but I knew from the start that if you want to boost your gas mileage, turn off the traction control and ESC. You don't need them for anything other than rain, snow or ice. There is a button to do this. It has to be pressed every time before moving the car, but especially for long distance driving, your gas mileage will jump 5MPH. What attracted me to the Jeep was the length. It fits everywhere perfectly. So easy to park compared to the behemoths out there these days.

From monster Dodge to baby Jeep

I have driven large SUVs since 1998. All of my children are out of school except for a 15yr old. I really had no need for large anymore but I love driving an SUV. I blew the engine in my Dodge and I was looking for a replacement. The dealership gave me this Renegade to drive until I decided on something and I fell in love with it. The size of it (the visual) kind of threw me off for awhile but the performance won me over. It has just the right amount of gadgets, comfort, gas mileage and maneuverability that I wanted. I just went through winter with it and it did awesome in the snow. I have the cold start package on mine and LOVE it! The warm steering wheel...oh my heaven! One thing that bothered me is that it has a hard shift to 1st but it doesn't bother me much now that I know it is a normal trait. It is not a 4x4. I am a big outdoors person so I took it to where we off road with our lifted Jeep and I was quite impressed with the way it climbs and handles, absolutely fun on gravel roads. It is low so I have to watch for the deep ruts. If I were to buy again, I would go with a lift on it just because of my lifestyle. It hugs the road and just drives really well. All in all, it is fantastic. If I had to pick something out that I didn't like it would be that on long drives the arm rest and door arm rest are too far away from steering to provide any rest to the arms. My daughter plays multiple travel sports, softball being one of them and even though the cargo area is small, it still fits all of our tournament gear, chairs, tent, wagon, cooler and all.

I'LL BE JEEPING

I love my Jeep the only thing I would change is the back seat legroom but other then that I'm very satisfied....

Thought owning a Jeep would be fun. It's not.

Where to start. When selling dealer delivered the Jeep we noticed a heavy vibration during idle. We were told that was normal, it was a Jeep, they do that. We didn't know any better. It kept getting worse to the point that the sound inside the Jeep was deafening. First time in for repairs - one week in the shop - software updates, nothing else, can't reproduce the problem (it happened every time the vehicle was running). Problem still existed. Second time in the shop, motor mounts are bad and need replaced - dealer never orders parts, we take our vehicle back after five more days. We are told if we want to return to that dealer we need to agree to pay for $400 in maintenance. Third time in the shop, a different dealer, four more days - motor mounts replaced, intake hose replaced intake housing replaced, won't know until this weekend if that resolves it. New dealer says other dealer was quoting for 32k mile maintenance, we're 10k away from that, no reason for them to require that (beware of shady Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep service shops). Other issues - brakes squeaking loudly after 15k miles (dealer - that's normal, no action taken). Cruise control is off by 1-11 MPH regardless of road/incline (dealer - can't reproduce, no action taken - we provided pictures to show the issue, they still denied it's happening (both dealers)). Excessive rattling of every plastic part inside the Jeep (dealer - blank stare). Transmission - don't get me started. Worst transmission I've ever dealt with (dealer - that's normal, we'll apply a software fix). No change no matter how many times they've tried to update the software. Strange sounds, hard shifting, weird mid shift pauses that almost cause us to be rear-ended.... Loud whistling in cabin while driving (dealer - bad door seals - replaced). Loud rattling from MySky panel (dealer - can't reproduce, no action taken). Gas Mileage - we took a 2600 mile trip with 90% highways and flat terrain never driving more than 5MPH over the speed limit. Our MPG at the end of the trip was 20.5. It's rated at 27 for the highway. With it's 12 gallon tank and 20MPH - if you enjoy stopping every 200 miles this is the vehicle for you (dealer - that's normal, no action taken). If we could go back in time we'd run away from this vehicle and we suggest others do the same. Not only is our local Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep service shop full of a bunch of arrogant jerks but none of the service shops we've come across seem to know how to fix these things. Both shops have said there is no way the motor mounts should be bad this soon (given the vibration they've been bad since the beginning). Chryster corp is involved but refusing to do anything so we're stuck with the lemon that falls apart if we go over a pebble in the road. Don't waste your time with these.

Great, Fun Jeep You Won't Regret Getting

The Jeep renegade is often looked down upon by reviewers such as consumer reports for it's reliability and milage and practicality, but the reality when owning the car is a different expirience. Often times, consumer reports looks at things that are irrelevant in the general sense of owning a car. While studies they take show poor performance, the average user will find it to be very soothing and smooth. I have the manual transmission and it is absolutely wonderful. It shifts amazingly and is fun to drive. The interior is stylish and practical and the seats have nice bolsters and support. While you can get the Bose speaker sound system, the 6 speaker optional system has great sound quality. The software is simple and easy to use and quick. My overall verdict is that it is a great car for snow, comfort, and overall driving.

Great Renegade

If you are looking for a compact SUV with a unique look and lots of options, then the Renegade is for you. I love the way it drives and it's lots of fun. The my on roof is a great feature too.

Loved but few fatal flaws

I had loved my renegade but it is true the piston rings allow oil to get burned and cause premature engine failure. Mine used up too much oil for a new car. 2 every time they picked the jeep up at any of three Chrysler dealers the did so incorrectly! Cracking the plastic runners beneath the front and back doors to where they had to be replaced. 3 the lag on the motor input for the trailhawk was dangerous! I learned to be wary of it but it almost caused me to get into a few accidents on many occasions. Hit the gas after coasting maybe 15 feet, nothing..have to slam the gas pedal to get it to respond. 4 the paint cracks at door seams and had odd bubbles inside the doors that a modern car shouldn't have with any quality control. 5 the driver door lock mechanism, both tail lights and the engine thermostat all were replaced before 20k miles.....It did great in the snow with snow tires but the lag and lifting at service shops issues led me to trade it in. I wanted to love it but the flaws like the throttle lag was an accident waiting to happen.

Be ware of 2016 Latitude Renegade

I brought a new 2016 Latitude Renegade love the car but when I got to 20,000 miles it kept cutting off..took car back to see what was goi ng on that particular motor was design to use 2 qts of oil between changing .l was so outdone. Got rid of that car the same day

Down The Drain

2016 Renegade plagued with electrical issues. Jeep Corp is not interested in discussing the matters. Dealer service is their answer....dealer service isn't presenting a clear objective diagnosis. Tail light harness issue is the latest problem. All over the you find the same harness issue. It like Jeep doesn't know anything about it! Jeep corp just wants to not get involved even though it is a Safety hazard. I am fed up with dealing with corps that put CS on the front line as their defensive line backer. No more Jeep/Fiat purchases for me! Fed up Renegade

Run-a-gade

I have zero issues with my Renegade and I love it. I orded the sunroof and the 6-speed maunal when I bought mine in 2016. I had a small sensor issue the first few months but that was easy to fix and was 100% covered. I drive about 80 miles a day to work alone and I have almost 68,000 miles on my Renegade now. I've never put brakes on it, I've only put tires on it once so far and it goes like a TANK in the winter with 4X4. Not to mention I am currently getting 32.9 MPG with it. Stick and sunroof are by far my favorite things in it. It drives great and I have no issues with hooking up my IPhone to the Bluetooth and doing the navigation that way since I couldn't get the Navigation package with it and stick (dumb) - but I make it work.

BU TH review

This is a really capable compact suv. It can go most anywhere and do anything. I have had other Jeeps such as the JKU and KL TH and the Renegade holds up well compared to them. It does some things really well and some things not as well as the other Jeeps. The front seats are really comfortable. The infotainment is just OK and not as good as the 8.4 system in the KL. I would not spend the money again for Beats audio upgrade. Two features that there are no excuses for the lack of availability are power lift gate and Homelink. The sunroof needs a glass roof option but the MYSKY removable panels are nice. gas mileage is not what I hoped for considering the lack of real power in 2.4L engine. The 9spd works much better than in my KL TH. I have driven everything in this segment and it really a star compared to some of the others such as the HR-V, Encore, Soul etc. I would not let the fact that it is Italian made scare you this is a a real Jeep.

Renegade madness

No warranty support from chrysler jeep. Dealer ingram park motors. 30k jeep no bluetooth or electric tracking,

Don’t buy this car

Gas sucks, no room for families, gas tank is small. The engine sounds like it’s going to fall out of my car and buying it with only 30 miles on it I should not have to worry about that and Jeep nor the dealership I bought it from want to do anything to help me fix this stupid car.

Ken's. 2016 Trailhawk

jeep Redegrade Vehicle of the year

Love it

Not sure if anyone else has had the issue of the music changing aides of the car like being on the right then going back to center? I just bought the jeep Monday and this happened Friday morning...not sure if it had anything to do with the electronicsame of my Bluetooth connectivity to my phone, other than that so far greater car gas mileage is at 15.8 hoping it keeps going up, it started to 13.9 and in less than a week I've burned through over half a tank of gas..given it only had 35 miles on it when I bout it and now around 150

lacking a track record

Only in second production year. Not sure all the bugs are worked out yet. A lot of sketchy reviews. Lack diagnostic plug for my insurance drive tracker That would cost me $200.000/year In additional insurance. Maybe In a couple more model years with Improved reviews.

A Nice Jeep!

Looking for a Great deal , The Falls Motor City Jeep Dealer in Ohio Took 30% Off the Sticker on left over Renegades , We took a test drive and liked it , We seem to like it more every time we drive it , I got 31.5 MPG on the way home about 130 miles away , It seems Fast enough and the Limited is a Great package , We like the Heated Steering Wheel and Leather Seats , I can see us in this for A long time , I do not know about Reliability yet , We do like this Jeep a lot !

Best SUV for Driving in New England

My 2016 Renegade Latitude gets lots of looks and great compliments. If you are in the market for as Renegade? Get 18" rims and upgrade the speakers to Beats. The factory speakers sounds terrible. I complained to Jeep customer Service and they advised me to told me to go my dealer.

My little go cart

I only have 15,000 miles on my baby Jeep. Read a lot of reviews before buying. Bought a leftover 2016; they knocked off $9000. Easy to get in and out, very comfortable. Navigation, Bluetooth, sound system and controls easy to use. I'm used to a bigger car, but for a sub compact; drives and feels like a much larger car. Not much rear seat room, but we don't use back seat much. Gas mileage has been good but not great. Read some negative reports about 9 speed transmission, haven't had any problems with the shifting. I've had my Jeep over 2 years , love the way it handles. I would recommend if you are looking for a fun vehicle that's great in the snow.

My First Car

This is my first car that i've ever bought. I'm thrilled with my jeep. I have had zero issues and it is a great day to day vehicle!