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2012 Jeep Patriot review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

22 city, 28 highway, 24 combined

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What is new for the 2012 Jeep Patriot?

  • The Patriot is available in a new trim called the Limited.
  • The Latitude X trim has been discontinued for 2012.
  • No A/C features are now available as options on select trims.

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RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Jeep Patriot an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Jeep Patriot 26th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.

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Jeep Patriot features and specs

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Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Rear Defroster
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Heated Mirrors
  • No A/C
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

2WD

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

158

Torque (ft-lbs)

141

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

13.6

Wheelbase

103.7"

Overall length

173.8"

Width

69.2"

Height

65.5"

Leg room

F 40.6"/R 39.4"

Head room

F 41"/R 39.9"

Front tires

P205/70R16

Rear tires

P205/70R16

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

150/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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