2008 Jeep Patriot

Never got stuck in the snow even in drifts

By Rip (CT) on Tuesday, June 18, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 32,500

Pros: "interior space"

Cons: "cheap interior pieces"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I haven't had any problems with it since I bought it. I get 20mpg in town and up to 26mpg on the highway. With the rear seats folded down, you get a lot of storage space. My two main complaints are the engine noise while accelerating and the cheap looking and feeling monochromatic interior pieces. I would recommend this vehicle for most people but would caution anyone wanting to do a lot of long distance driving."

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13 Patriot Sport

By Ron (ND) on Tuesday, June 11, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 1,000

Pros: "Value"

Cons: "Slow off line with the CVT."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Good value in a 4 wheel drive package. The CVT is a bit slow off the line but I like it. The CVT is seamless. Lots of room, handles decent for a box. I have seem complaints about noise, but coming from a Scion TC, the Patriot is quiet. You can get a good price on an '13 right now."

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Good bang for the buck, reliable, and comfortable

By Chiefwiggum on Sunday, May 19, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 54,555

Pros: "price, reliablitiy, comfort"

Cons: "plain"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"The car lacks anything to be enthusiastic about, but has never given me any problems. The car handles well in snow, rain, wind, bumps, high speeds, traffic, and quick braking situations. Would buy again."

6 people out of 6 found this review helpful

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Great All Purpose Vehicle

By oldvet46 (PA) on Thursday, May 09, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 5,500

Pros: "Great Price/great highway mileage/typical Jeeplook"

Cons: "no lumbar/some cabin noise/"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I have owned Cherkoees and Grand Cherokees which I cherished, now that I'm older I look at value. The Patriot is a good looking nostalgic Jeep. It is practical and useful for any family. It has comfortable seats and a great comfortable ride. The CVT is a little work getting used to but fine after that(2014 has the 6sp. auto). This car is great in all season inclimate weather and for slight off-road use. You will love the 27-29 MPG highway benefit with the CVT. I got a 2012 with CVT, 2.4L engine, the convenience pkg(heated elec. mirrors/elec.door locks/A/C/cruise control)for under $19.5(11/2012) with some perks. You must check for the incentive deals before you buy because you will get your best deal."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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Very reliable, practical SUV.

By Shrinkman (PA) on Wednesday, May 01, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 43,200

Pros: "Great value and does what it was design for well"

Cons: "Loud power train, arm rest to short"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"It's a very practical SUV for around town shopping. My wife loves to load the back to bring home Costco size packages. It's easy to drive, reliable, and gives you a good view of the road. You can't beat it for the price. It's go in snow as well. When considering buying it realize it is a Jeep not a sports car. The 2008 has a CVT transmission which is loud as well as the motor going up steep hills. The new 2014 6 speed should help alot. It's a good SUV to purchase new and the life time warranty is still available as a option which is something to consider if you plan to keep it for long term. We have ours over five years and it looks and runs new. The hard plastic interior is easy to clean if you have kids and the seating folds for hauling long loads. My wife loves it and we plan to keep it for at least another 10 years like the last Jeep since she does only local driving."

3 people out of 4 found this review helpful

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