2009 Jeep Patriot Consumer Reviews

Mountain Driver

Written by: cav on 12/31/2008

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought this Jeep in Golden, co and drove it to my house in the mountains. I was very surprised how well it climbed the hills for a 4 Cyl. The interior of the limited was very nice. I upgraded at the last minute and was glade I did. I think it handles very well for a 4x4 and look forward to the next 4 months of snow, just so I can put it to the real test.

Favorite Features

Low gas mileage, smooth highway driving, feels bigger when your behind the wheel,

Suggested Improvements

Better Tires

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Fun to Drive

Written by: jake on 12/26/2008

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Had an '06 4runner but this patriot beats it. Better gas mileage and handling ... It really is fun to drive. But I miss the 4runners roll down window on the rear hatch ... Wish Jeep would offer that feature its great for my Labrador and when I visit the local home depot.

Favorite Features

fun to drive

Suggested Improvements

rear window hatch that opens

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Good bang for your buck

Written by: jeeplover on 12/17/2008

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I recently traded my fully loaded 06 Ford Fusion for this bare bones 09 Jeep Patriot with the 5sp manual. I am very pleased with my purchase. I am very impressed with the fuel mileage of this SUV. I have been averaging 30mpg with mixed city and highway driving. This is a fun to drive vehicle with the manual transmission and the traction control is a nice standard feature as well. I am a first time jeep buyer and will definitely be buying another one.

Favorite Features

Standard side impact airbags, traction control

Suggested Improvements

have a glass or full hatch opening option for the rear hatch. stronger cargo floor for the back. More sound deadening, a lot of road noise can be heard at highway speeds.

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2009 Patriot 4x4

Written by: frogman on 12/16/2008

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought my Patriot Sport 2 months ago and am very pleased with the vehicle. I get about 28 to 29 MPG on the highway and average 25 overall. I waited until the 2009s were available before purchasing since I was hoping Jeep would change the interior. I am so happy that I did - the interior dash is so much more refined than the 07-08! I did buy the manual because I like manuals, wanted the better mileage, better pickup and lower cost. I'm glad I did. I never did drive the CV automatic. The vehicle is amazing in the snow without even locking in the 4x4 (I live in Wisconsin). It is even nicer getting around town in the snow than my 1996 Grand Cherokee was. Overall this is a great Jeep.

Favorite Features

New dash. The way it gets around in the snow and offroad to my cabin. Overall the way it drives on the highway and in town. Mileage is pretty good too. I am also real pleased that it can tow my small sailboats and utility trailers.

Suggested Improvements

I would have liked to be able to get a plastic bumper down the side of the doors for all the idiots in the parking lots who don't know how to open their doors. I would have ordered a sun roof but did not want to buy the package with the upgraded radio. I am not a teenager anymore.

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Good Value

Written by: OpenRoad on 12/01/2008

Vehicle

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

It appears Jeep/Chrysler put a lot of thought in to fuel economy vs performance, Offroad capability vs Onroad handling. It is very well balanced. Its not the fastest but you reap huge rewards in fuel economy. Great Onroad handling and foul weather confidence. This evening I was driving on a dirt road that turned into a mud bog. I was worried that I would have to get out and push or hike out of the wilderness for help. I have a new appreciation for the patriots capability (I didn't have to jump into the mud). For those wanting more extreme offroad capability jeep offers a trail rated package. The vehicles to compare it to are Toyota Rav4 and Honda CRV. Once you try the Patriot you will buy it

Favorite Features

The interior material quality and design A+. Comfortable seats for long road trips. Rear seat passengers gave props for comfort and ability to recline. Great Headroom. Fuel Economy. 28mpg! Safety Features Built in power inverter. Arm wrest extends & extending sun visor. Fun to Drive

Suggested Improvements

a turbo would be nice touch for passing performance on highway.

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