2012 Jeep Patriot in Muncie, IN - $4,200

The Jeep Patriot SUV offers consumers segment-leading capability and unsurpassed 4x4 fuel economy. Classic Jeep design cues include available 17-inch aluminum wheels and all-terrain tires housed inside signature Jeep trapezoidal wheel openings. Jeep Patriot’s high beltline completes the vehicle’s protective side profile. The rear of the vehicle, with an upright backlight and a bold bumper, further illustrate Jeep Patriot’s interior spaciousness and adds to its rugged appearance and capability. Four doors and a rear liftgate provide easy access to Jeep Patriot’s spacious and functional interior.

Available in Sport, Latitude and Limited models, upgrades and enhancements for the 2015 model year include a new Eco Green Clear Coat exterior color, which replaces Rugged Brown. Garmin Navigation is now available as an option on the Latitude model, and a new dome light replaces the removable, rechargeable flashlight.

The popular Altitude model returns for the 2015 model year, available on both 4x4 and 4x2 models. The Altitude Package features a unique “blacked out” theme, with a distinctive black gloss finish around the trademark seven-slot Jeep grille and headlamps, black roof rails and a step pad, sport mesh cloth and vinyl seats heated front seats and 18-inch black aluminum wheels, delivering a unique style and exceptional value.

A new-for-2015 “High Altitude” Package is also available for 4x4 models with the six-speed PowerTech automatic transmission. The High Altitude Package includes leather seating, power sunroof, power six-way driver seat and 17-inch Mineral Gray wheels.

Power for the front-drive Patriot is generated by a 2.0L four-cylinder World Engine. Patriot 4x4 and Limited models are equipped with a 2.4L four-cylinder World Engine as standard equipment. Both engines communicate torque to the ground through the standard Magna Driveline T355 five-speed manual gearbox. Consumers can choose between a JATCO continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) or a 6F24 Powertech with Auto Stick automatic transmission as an available option for either motor.

The Jeep Patriot offers customers segment-leading capability with features such as low-range mode which generates a best-in-class 19:1 crawl ratio, brake traction control, 19-inch water fording capability, Hill-descent Control, 4x4 Lock and shift-on-the-fly which sends 50 percent of torque to front and rear wheels.

Jeep Patriot is available in three drivetrain configurations. In addition to the standard front-wheel-drive system, Jeep Patriot also is available with Freedom Drive I™ and the Freedom Drive II® Off-Road Package.

Freedom Drive I is an available full-time, active four-wheel-drive system with lock mode designed to give drivers year-round assurance with the ability to handle rough weather and low-traction conditions. This active four-wheel-drive system is recommended for daily use, including slick conditions that come with rain and light snow. Freedom Drive I also features a lockable center coupling, giving drivers the ability to put the Jeep Patriot in four-wheel-drive lock mode to handle deep snow, sand and other low-traction surfaces.

The Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package includes a second-generation continuously variable transaxle with low range (JATCO CVT2L) that engages when the off-road mode is activated, 17-inch all-terrain tires and aluminum wheels, a full-size spare tire, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps and manual seat height adjuster. This package is recommended for moderate off-road situations that include steep grades, occasional wheel lift and rock or log climbing.
Inside the passenger cabin, soft touch front-door trim panels with a padded upper surface; center armrest and a steering wheel with integrated controls greets the driver. Premium cloth bucket seats in the front are standard, as well as speed control on all models. Additionally door switches, door locks, windows and power mirror controls are backlit for easy use at night.

Dimensions & specifications
Wheelbase: 103.7; overall length: 173.8; width: 69.2; height: 65.5 (FWD), 66.8 (4WD)
All vehicle measurements are in inches

Engine: 2.0L four-cylinder – 158 hp at 6,400 rpm and 141 lbs-ft of torque at 5,000 rpm; 2.4L four-cylinder – 172 hp at 6,000 rpm and 165 lbs-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm.
Transmission: five-speed manual, continuously variable automatic
EPA Fuel Economy: 2.0L four-cylinder (FWD) – 23 city/30 hwy. (manual), 21 city/28 hwy. (six-speed automatic), 22 city/27 hwy. (CVT automatic); 2.4L four-cylinder (2WD) – 23 city/28 hwy. (manual), 21 city/28 hwy. (six-speed automatic); (4WD) – 22 city/27 hwy. (manual), 21 city/27 hwy. ( Freedom Drive I/six-speed automatic), 20 city/23 hwy. (Freedom Drive II/CVT2L automatic)
Cargo capacity: 53.5 cubic feet
Towing capacity: 2,000 lbs.

Safety features
Dual front airbags, front-seat mounted side-impact airbags, dual side-curtain airbags, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, brake assist, all-speed traction control, electronic roll mitigation, electronic stability control, hill start assist, fog lamps, engine immobilizer, and tire pressure monitoring system. 4x4 adds four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock. Latitude adds remote keyless entry.

Optional safety equipment includes: hill-descent control with grade sensing, full-size spare tire, Bluetooth hands free phone system, HomeLink universal transceiver, Garmin navigation system, tow hooks and daytime running lights.

Warranty
Basic: 3-year/36,000 mile
Powertrain: 5-year/100,000 mile
Corrosion: 5-year/100,000 mile
Roadside Assistance: 5-year/100,000 mile 24-hour

Pricing
The base Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2015 Jeep Patriot SUV starts from $16,695 for the Sport 4x2 upto $26,695 for the Limited 4x4. Destination charges add $99