Jeep Patriot (2007 – 2011) Review
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Jeep Patriot (2007 – 2011) At A Glance
Value for money. Plenty of kit. Decent drive on the road and very capable off it.
4x4 looks might attract unwanted attention. Poor quality interior.
It's hard to find a real bargain on the forecourt these days, but this one is going to make a lot of customers - and dealers - very happy. The Patriot is a 4x4 with almost the same dimensions as the Ford C-Max but more off-road ability than all the far-eastern SUVs put together. The iconic styling means it could only come from one manufacturer, Jeep, but the surprise is the price-tag of just £15,995.
The Americans have spent the last few years being considered as an also-ran against the likes of Land Rover, particularly in light of the updated Freelander and Range Rover's success. Some of the more ambitious newcomers to this sector, like KIA, have been making serious headway, whereas Jeep has been stuck in a rut associated with poor emissions and over-powered American muscle under an expensive bonnet. But its off-road heritage is undisputed and it's just pulled a fast one in comparison to its siblings Dodge and Chrysler.
The Patriot is a 4-door SUV with build quality as a priority and a price-tag to make it better value for money than any other 4x4 in the same sector. It's 20 per cent less, like for like, model for model, than the equivalent RAV4 from Toyota, or CR-V from Honda.
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Jeep Patriot (2007 – 2011) handling and engines
- Engines range from 2.0 CRD to 2.4
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 21–47 mpg
From start to finish, it's hard to find fault. Under the bonnet, Jeep has smuggled in a couple of impressive engines. It's not fair to say the 2.4-litre petrol engine is particularly economical but the belt-driven DOHC 2.0 litre CRD diesel will turn a few heads because, according to Jeep's figures, 42.5mpg is what you can expect from average motoring. That's a turn-up for the books, because Jeep owners will know these cars don't have a great reputation for covering long distances on a tank of fuel. On test, the 2.0 CRD yomped past petrol stations like a squaddie on RedBull, turning in 41.5mpg on a long run taking in motorways and winding country roads in its stride. The 2.0 CRD is mated to a 6-speed manual box in two finish levels: Sport or Limited.
The 2.4 petrol appears with the same specifications, but comes with a 5-speed manual and the option of a CVT automatic box in the Limited version. CVT boxes can give the impression of slow acceleration, as engine noise doesn't vary, but 11.3 seconds (0 - 62mph) is about right, against the manual's figure of 10.7 seconds away from the starting blocks. The 2.0 CRD suffers slightly from not being the quietest diesel engine on the road but, for the weight of the car it's hauling around, fuel economy is good enough reason alone to fork out an extra thousand pounds up-front for this engine. CO2 is what you'd expect for both cars: 226 g/km from the automatic 2.4 CRD, but reducing to a more acceptable 180 g/km from the manual 2.0 petrol.
Jeep is good at this off-road lark. It was the pioneer of the sector, after all. The Patriot uses Jeep's Freedom Drive 1 System, which means a new button appears on the dash rather than multiple gear levers getting in the way. Selectable or permanent 4WD allows 100 per cent of torque application to any one wheel, which, in a nut-shell, means more off-road capability than you will ever need.
Forget speed-humps in a supermarket car-park: the money you save on the sticker price should be invested in a few tanks of fuel so you can head to the hills and try it out dune-bashing or mountain-climbing for yourselves. Once you start, don't worry about stopping either, as Jeep's adaptation of traditional ABS give an edge to its performance: kicking in a nanosecond after you expect it to means off-road ABS is a help, not a hindrance.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 CRD | 42 mpg | 11.0 s | 180 g/km |
| 2.2 CRD | 43 mpg | 9.7 s | 172 g/km |
| 2.4 | 33 mpg | 10.7 s | 196 g/km |
| 2.4 CVT | 31 mpg | 11.3 s | 202 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Jeep Patriot (2007 – 2011)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
91%
Real MPG
21–47 mpg
MPGs submitted
91
Jeep Patriot (2007 – 2011) interior
- Boot space is 536–1357 litres
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4408 mm |
| Width | - |
| Height | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2635 mm |
Inside, Jeep has kitted an interior beyond the expectations of most people buying in this price range. You won't find plush acres of tanned upholstery and burred walnut veneer, but you will be guaranteed part leather, heated seats finished in a decent cow-hide from the middle of the herd as standard on the Limited version. The list then includes air-con and colour-coded bumpers as expected, but goes on to add powered heated and folding mirrors, fold flat front passenger seats and 17" alloy wheels, right across the range. A half-decent AM/FM radio and single CD player is par for the course, and steering wheel controls and cruise control aren't included on the Sport version, but the technical side of Jeep shines through across the board: ESP is standard, as is Electronic Roll Mitigation and Advanced Multistage front air bags. And then, there's Jeep's 4WD system.
Adjustable seats mean it's comfortable on long runs; good cargo space mean it's a boon to carrying equipment, shopping or the in-laws; classic styling in the omnipresent 7-slot grille and round headlights confirm it's still an SUV with attitude. Weigh up the pros of the bargain-basement starting price for the 2.4 petrol at £15,995 against the fuel economy of the 2.0 CRD at a slightly more expensive £16,995 by all means, but it's hard to ignore the one simple fact that will have competitors checking their order books for a while.
06-10-2017: R/2017/256: THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER (ORC) MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may experience a loss of air bag and seat belt pretensioner deployment capability during a crash due to a shorting condition resulting in a negative voltage transient that travels to the Occupant Restraint Controller via the front impact sensor wires. Fix: Replace the Occupant Restraint Control module. VINs: 1B3BD4FB0BN538119 to 8Y3BD1BA4C1116498; 1B3BD4FB0BN538119 to 8Y3BD1BA4C1116498.
Jeep Patriot (2007 – 2011) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4408 mm |
| Width | - |
| Height | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2635 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1610–1725 kg |
| Boot Space | 536–1357 L |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Servicing | 8000–15000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £15,995–£22,995 |
| Insurance Groups | 16–22 |
| Road Tax Bands | H–K |
| Official MPG | 31.0–42.8 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
On sale until June 2011
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.2 CRD Limited 5dr | £22,195 | 42.8 mpg | 9.7 s |
| 2.2 CRD Sport 5dr | £19,795 | 42.8 mpg | 9.7 s |
| 2.2 CRD Sport Plus 5dr | £20,795 | 42.8 mpg | 9.7 s |
On sale until April 2011
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.2 CRD Overland 5dr | £22,995 | 42.8 mpg | 9.7 s |
| 2.4 Limited CVT 5dr Auto | £20,695 | 31.0 mpg | 11.3 s |
| 2.4 Sport 5dr | £15,995 | 33.2 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 2.4 Sport Plus 5dr | £16,995 | 33.2 mpg | 10.7 s |
On sale until November 2010
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 CRD Limited 5dr | £19,995 | 42.2 mpg | 11.0 s |
| 2.0 CRD Sport 5dr | £17,495 | 42.2 mpg | 11.0 s |
Model History
August 2007
Jeep Patriot launched priced from just £15,995
Many standard safety features, including side-curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Electronic Roll Mitigation and the ‘Freedom Drive I’ full-time, active four-wheel drive system, all of which add to Patriot’s tremendous value. New four-wheel drive system automatically switches from front to four-wheel-drive as you drive round a bend or if you lose traction. Patriot Sport and Patriot Limited both feature a VW-sourced 138 bhp 2.0-litre six-speed manual diesel engine or a 168 bhp 2.4-litre petrol engine with a five-speed manual or a CVT automatic gearbox.
Jeep Patriot Sport 2.4 petrol manual £15,995
Jeep Patriot Sport 2.0 diesel manual £16,995
Jeep Patriot Limited 2.4 manual £17,795
Jeep Patriot Limited 2.4 CVT £18,795
Jeep Patriot Limited 2.0 diesel manual £18,795
March 2009
2009 version of Jeep Patriot features an all-new, high quality interior. All-new instrument panel, redesigned centre console and remodelled door trim. The instrument panel has been given a superior smoother look while new circular heating, ventilation and air-conditioning vents are surrounded by tasteful chrome. The centre console now has a split lid to boost storage space and as with the door trim its arm rests have more padding for increased comfort.
All models now have a carpeted boot floor and premium floor mats and there are new sound systems. Standard on Sport models is a single-disc CD radio with AUX and MP3 capability while Limited versions get a six-disc CD radio, again with AUX and MP3 capability. New on Jeep Patriot Limited is the optional Sound and Navigation Group, Jeep’s state-of-the-art vehicle infotainment system, consisting of uconnect gps, uconnect phone, UCI and the premium Boston Acoustics sound system.
All Patriots come with a long list of standard features including Freedom-Drive I™ 4x4 system, electric windows, front and side-curtain airbags, air conditioning, 17-inch aluminium wheels, ABS and ESP with Electronic Roll Mitigation. Along with a competitive price and Jeep’s legendary off-road ability, excellent fuel economy also comes as standard. The 2.0 CRD returns a wallet-welcoming 42.2mpg.
Prices for the 2009 Jeep Patriot range starts from £14,995 (for a limited time and at participating dealerships only – price includes £1,200 manufacturer discount), making this the first Jeep priced under £15,000.
November 2010
Changes to diesel-powered Patriot medium-sized SUV announced by Jeep, with details of a powerful new engine, improved fuel economy, greater torque and improved trim levels. 2.0 Volkswagen diesel engine has just been replaced with a 163bhp 2.2 chain cam CRD engine sourced from Mercedes-Benz, offering a significantly wider spread of torque available from lower RPM.
This engine boasts advanced common-rail technology with a turbocharged inline-4 diesel, leading to significant improvements in power output (+ 23bhp) and torque (+10Nm) combined with an increase in fuel efficiency to 42.8 mpg (combined). As well as the fuel efficiency increase, CO2emissions are further reduced. This leads to a lower tax band (H) which in turn reduces both showroom tax and the annual tax burden.
The more powerful engine increases the vehicle’s maximum speed from 117mph to 125mph and reduces the 0-62mph acceleration time to 10.7 seconds, but it also cements Jeep Patriot’s position as a serious towing vehicle, elevating its maximum towing weight from 1,500 kg to 2,000 kg (braked trailer).
Compared to the outgoing vehicle, Sport trim now offers improvements such as body coloured door handles, Hill Start Assist, leather wrapped hand brake and ‘active’ head restraints (front row).
Compared to the previous car, Sport + versions now offer: cruise control, deep-tint sunscreen glass, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, uconnect phone (Bluetooth® handsfree communication and Voice Command) and rear view auto-dimming mirror with integrated microphone.
Limited models add Hill Start Assist, leather wrapped hand brake, ‘active’ head restraints (front row) and a 6-way power driver seat, while the Overland version also gets a raft of high tech and luxury features including 18-inch aluminium wheels, premium leather trimmed seats with embroidered ‘Overland’ logo, additional front seat side airbags, rear park assist, tyre pressure monitoring display and chrome finish door sill scuff plates.
The new Jeep Patriot range starts at £14,995 OTR for the 2.4 Sport petrol, rising to £21,995 OTR for the 2.2 CRD Overland.
What to watch out for
Notification sent out to known owners at some time between 2011 and 2015 to bring car into dealers for preventative maintenance to avoid a cooling system leak. However, Patriots with the VAG 2.0TDI engine need a new timing belt, tensioner and waterpump every 4 years or 60k miles anyway.
19-08-2019:Report of electrical problems with 2011 Jeep Patriot Sport + 2.2 diesel at 110,000 miles. 2 months ago had issues with the electronics as the lights came on immediately the engine was started, but none of the stalk controls actually worked. Green Flag sorted the issue by changing a blown head-light and 'rebooting' the system. A month ago the issue re-appeared and a mechanic friend sorted by disconnecting the battery and letting the system re-set itself. Now the drivers door would not open, either from the inside or outside, although the key fob activated the mechanism; as did the buttons on the door console. By disconnecting the battery and leaving for 10 mins, the problem solved itself and all seems well. Will be an earthing fault affecting the BCM (Body Control Module) of the can bus wiring system.
