Jeep Patriot
Jeep Patriot questions and answers
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Q: Jeep Patriot?
My wife and I are considering the purchase of a Jeep Patriot. (new)
I wanted to know if there are any owners of these vehicles out there. And are you pleased with them?
A: I travel a LOT..too much, but I get to check out all the new cars. Go to Thrifty Rental Car and rent one. Due to this question, I did last week for three days. I am over 6'4" tall and could not believe the leg and head room. VERY quiet!! The variable ratio tranny is unique, in that there is NOT shift sensation at all. The engine winds up and it pulls. Now, I tend to drive fast and uh...TEST rental cars...( Would never buy a used rental car!!) I held over...uh the highway speed limit.."For a while" and much in town. Still got 21 MPG. Enough room for large suit case the two brief cases behind the rear seat.
In general, I am hard to please, but that thing is unexpectly nice to drive and economical as well.
Good Luck,,,I give it thumbs up.
Q: What other Jeep bolt patterns that match Jeep Patriot bolt pattern?
I have a Jeep Patriot which has a 5X4.5 bolt pattern, what other Jeep vehicles have the same bolt pattern? I'm looking to switch out the rims but would like to keep it in the Jeep family.
A: The Jeep Durago and Wrangler all have the same Patern
Q: How does the 2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 2wd handle in snow?
I'm looking at getting a 2008 Jeep Patriot Sport with 2wd. I live in WI and would like a vehicle that is good in the snow. I would like a Liberty or Commander but they are a little too expensive right now. Does ESP help?
A: That has FWD, and the ESP is a traction and stability system, and will help.
It should be decent in the snow, but a lot depends on tires. Does that have M/S tires, or just standard all season car tires? If it's the latter, you may want to consider putting four winter tires on for the season, it makes a huge difference. All season tires are a compromise, winter tires are designed to be good in snow.
Q: Wondering how Jeep Patriot owners feel about their vehicles?
Thinking about purchasing a Jeep Patriot and would like to hear how current or previous owners feel about their experience with the vehicle. A few things I need to consider when buying a vehicle: I have a baby so I need lots of space for cargo, as well as room for the carseat behind the passenger or driver seat, without pushing someones knees into the dash. I also have about a 25 mile commute and need decent gas mileage.
A: If you're looking for problems after 40,000 clicks you've picked the right car.
Q: jeep patriot?
opinions..good and bad
A: I have one she is a month old today.I haven't found any problems with her yet.I am a bit bias because I am a jeep fan and have other ones than the patriot.I have had jeeps for quit a while now and have had no major problem with any of mine.It is good on gas I get 300 miles per tank.And it is very comfortable for long trips.It is peppy but not has powerful has say a 4.0 liter jeep is.And I know it does good in an accident.I hit a steel pole with mine when she was a week old.And it only scratched it up slightly.Which was amazing to me because I hit the post pretty hard.They can be purchased in trail rated 4x4 if you are into that I am so my baby has the off road package.It is fun to drive.I make up excuses to get out of the house to go for a drive.All and all it is a nice truck.
Q: Can I turn off the 2008 Jeep Patriot tire sensor?
Like many other people, I have a SUPER SENSITIVE tire sensor on my 2WD Jeep Patriot. If the temperature drops 2 degrees, the thing freaks out and the car thinks the tires are low, even though they're not. Bottom line, it's annoying and I can manage my own tires. Is there anyway to shut this off on my end OR could a mechanic do it? Thanks!
A: Unfortunately, this pressure monitor garbage is a federal mandate, and disabling it is illegal. So removing the bulb would be illegal as well, and I wouldn't advise it. Even though it would be tempting, don't do it or have a mechanic friend remove it. Some states now require the system to work for safety inspection, so even if someone (even after being told not to), were to remove such a bulb, they may need to replace it before inspection..... but that's not legal, either.
Q: Does anyone know anything about the Jeep Patriot?
I have been interested in buying a Jeep Patriot. Does anyone know anything about them. Gas Mileage? Room? Performance?
A: Availible in front or all-wheel-drive it is based on the same chassis as the Jeep Compass and Dodge Caliber. 2.0 and 2.4L four cylinder engines are availible. Interior trim is a little blah compared to other vehicles but will be upgraded for 2010 model. Lots of options, good interior room for its size, its reliable. Most people choose the 2.4L, better preformance, and the Limited edition is nice, but should be at $26K. I think its the best of Chrysler's small cars. The front drive version get about 24 city / 28 hwy with the 2.4L. MyGig sound system is great. I see very few in service, except for oil changes.
Q: What is the difference between the Jeep Liberty & Patriot?
So I was checking out Jeeps earlier today, and noticed that the Jeep Liberty and Patriot look exactly like, seems as if the only difference is the price, lol! So what the difference between these two cars? Thanks!
A: The Liberty is built on a real frame and more capable off road. The Patriot is unibody and based on a Dodge Caliber so its not really capable off road but better on road.
Q: I am looking to buy a 09 Jeep Patriot. How do I get the cash for clunkers and dealer rebate?
I read on a review for the jeep that a man got 8,000 dollars off using the C.A.R.S incentive and he also got a 3,500 dollar dealer rebate. How can I get this? Do I need to go through a dealer?
A: Cash for Clunkers is over.
Q: How much $ do you need to fill a Jeep Patriot with Gas?
I'm comparing which car I will spend less in Gasoline.
1. Jeep Patriot
2. Jeep Compass
A: Go to fueleconomy.gov and compare them side by side.
Q: How much weight can my 2008 2x4 jeep patriot pull behind it?
My friend wants me to haul his broken down 1980's oldsmobile and I'm not sure that will work or if my car has enough power? Also I dont have a hitch and he said he could rent one from uhaul-is that correct and will this hitch not damage my car?
A: THE STANDARD IS 1000 POUNDS BUT THE MAX AND THAT IS THE MAX THAT YOU CAN DO IS 2000 POUNDS
Q: In my jeep patriot, which will get me more acceleration: The Regular CVT mode, or the shiftronic manual mode?
It feels like the manual may be a little bit better, but they be because it's jerky, and not because it's any faster than the regular CVT.
I have also observed that at high speeds the acceleration seems to be faster in regular CVT automatic.
If you can help me out, I would really appreciate it.. Thanks in advance!
Would you reccomend using manual until it starts to lose acceleration and then switch it to auto?
A: CVT Tran's are designed and programed for Max fuel efficiency, keeping the engine's RPM's at max Torque, which is usually 1500 to 2000 RPM's below Max. Horse power.
CVT's are designed to be very smooth in their shifting, to the point that you don't feel it shifting.
In manuel mode, you are going beyond the torque curve and into the max. Horse Power curve before You are shifting into the next gear. So yes, your acceleration is better.
Once your into high gear and at highway speeds, down shifting cause's your engine to accelerate just to keep up with the current speed of travel. But your engines RPM is already above the Max. torque curve and heading for max HP. So down shifting (in manuel) actually defeats what you are trying to do.
Leave it in auto, unless you are pulling a heavy load, racing, hill climbing or other times when you'll need HP vs. Torque. Your Tranny will last allot longer.
Q: How do you turn on the overhead dome light in a 2009 Jeep Patriot?
There are no buttons or switches on the light itself and I don't know how to make it turn on when the doors open. Any help?
A: You can try looking in the owners manual. On some vehicles you turn it on by pressing on the light lens. Also look by your headlight control to see if there is a button there. Can you turn it on manually by turning the dimmer switch for your instrument lights? If not then maybe the bulb is burned out or the fuse is blown.
Q: Which is a better midsize suv, a 2008 jeep patriot or a 2008 kia sportage?
I am just getting my license and am trying to get a small four wheel drive suv. Which of these two vehicles is the best quality for the price?
A: Speaking strictly of quality, I would go with the Kia Sportage. The quality of the Korean cars has been rising to nearly Japanese levels, while the quality of Jeeps and other Chrysler vehicles has been trending downward.