2018 Jeep Renegade review

Q: What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Jeep Renegade?

The 2018 Jeep Renegade is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim: Sport: 24 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway Latitude: 24 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway Altitude: 24 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway Limited: 22 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway Trailhawk: 21 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway Upland: 24 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.

Q: Is the 2018 Jeep Renegade reliable?

The Jeep Renegade received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Jeep Renegade as 3 out of 8 among Subcompact SUV

Q: Is the 2018 Jeep Renegade a good car?

The 2018 Jeep Renegade has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 Jeep Renegade, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 Jeep Renegade Reviews .

Q: What is the towing capacity for the 2018 Jeep Renegade?

The 2018 Jeep Renegade has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.

Q: What's new for the 2018 Jeep Renegade?

Here is what's new for the 2018 Jeep Renegade: Upland Apple CarPlay Android Auto Rear View Camera Bluetooth Technology

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Jeep Renegade highlights

Customer rating

4.4 out of 5

4 out of 5

Pros

Smooth ride and agile handling
Easy-to-use technology features
Capable all-wheel drive

Cons

Clunky automatic transmission
Noisy freeway ride
Small cargo area

Mileage (EPA estimate)

21 city, 29 highway, 24 combined

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From $16,998 - $17,998*

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The 2018 Jeep Renegade gets a rearview camera as standard

The 2018 Jeep Renegade packs Jeep looks and character into an extra-small SUV that’s both comfortable on the road and capable when the pavement runs out. The available Trailhawk trim comes with extras like a low-range crawl gear and raised suspension that make it a unique subcompact crossover. But if you’re not heading off road, you’ll appreciate the Renegade’s soft ride and easy-to-use technology. Unfortunately, the Renegade’s boxy shape generates lots of wind noise at freeway speeds, and doesn’t come with practical benefits: Cargo space and rear legroom are both lacking. Additionally, the automatic transmission is a little clunky.

For 2018, Jeep added a 5-inch touchscreen and rearview camera as standard equipment. Sadly, other driver aids remain optional equipment. The available 7- and 8.4-inch touchscreens have been upgraded with new software and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity.

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What is new for the 2018 Jeep Renegade?

The Renegade is available in a new trim called the Upland.
The DesertHawk trim has been discontinued for 2018.
Renegade trims have been upgraded with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment this year.
Panoramic Sunroof, No A/C, and Running Boards features are now available as options on select trims.
The Latitude trim now comes with Smart Key and Manual Transmission as standard equipment.
The Sport trim now comes with Rear View Camera and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.

2018 Jeep Renegade trims

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Sport:

160-hp, 184-lb-ft of torque 1.4L
180-hp, 175-lb-ft of torque 2.4L
Smart Key
Cloth Seats
Overhead Airbags
Rear Defroster
Rear View Camera
Side Airbags
Traction Control
Manual Transmission
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Latitude:

Includes all features available on the Sport
Power Mirrors
Cruise Control
Alloy Wheels
Satellite Radio Ready
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Air Conditioning
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Altitude:

Includes all features available on the Latitude
No significant upgrades found on the Altitude
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Upland:

Includes all features available on the Altitude
No significant upgrades found on the Upland
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Limited:

Includes all features available on the Upland
Heated Steering Wheel
Front Seat Heaters
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Remote Start
Leatherette Seats
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Trailhawk:

Includes all features available on the Limited
No significant upgrades found on the Trailhawk
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What We Like

Ride: Subcompact crossovers aren’t known for offering the smoothest ride, but the Jeep Renegade feels almost pillowy on the road. Even with the comfortable ride, the Renegade still handles well.

User-friendly tech: Jeep’s new 8.4-inch touchscreen is crisp and clear, with easy-to-read buttons and a straightforward interface. The built-in navigation isn’t great, but the addition of Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ make that less important.

Capability: Especially in the Trailhawk trim, which packs a lot of off-road gear into such a small vehicle, the Renegade lives up to the Jeep name. Most other subcompact crossovers don’t come close to being this ready for adventure.

What Needs Improvement

Practicality: The boxy Jeep profile might make you think there’s lots of room inside the little Renegade, but that’s not the case. The cargo space is small, even for a subcompact, and rear-seat legroom is tight.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.4 out of 5

23 customer reviews

The 2018 Jeep Renegade is a small SUV that has a lot of features. Customers like the gas mileage, the sound system, and the color options. The car is also easy to drive in different types of weather conditions. The car rides smooth and customers love being able to go anywhere with little effort from themselves or their passengers.

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RepairPal gave the Jeep Renegade an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Jeep Renegade 4th out of 8 among Subcompact SUVs.

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Jeep Renegade features and specs

Trim & Body

Engine & Transmission

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Sport 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

ABS Brakes
AM/FM Stereo
Auxiliary Audio Input
Bluetooth Technology
Cloth Seats
Manual Transmission
Overhead Airbags
Power Locks
Power Windows
Rear Defroster
Rear View Camera
Side Airbags
Traction Control
Turbo Charged Engine

Air Conditioning
Alloy Wheels
AM/FM Stereo
Automatic Transmission
Cloth Seats
Cruise Control
Full Roof Rack
Heated Mirrors
Manual Transmission
No A/C
Power Mirrors
Power Seat(s)
Satellite Radio Ready
Smart Key
Sunroof(s)
Turbo Charged Engine

Drive Wheels	Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size	1.4L
Horsepower	160
Torque (ft-lbs)	184
Engine type	Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity	12.7
Wheelbase	101.2"
Overall length	166.6"
Width	74.2"
Height	66.5"
Leg room	F 41.2"/R 35.1"
Head room	F 41.1"/R 40.5"
Front tires	P215/65TR16
Rear tires	P215/65TR16
Seating capacity	5
Transmission	Manual 6

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2018 Jeep Renegade Latitude
$16,998*68k Miles
Omaha, Nebraska

2018 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk
$17,998*65k Miles
Merriam, Kansas

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2018 Jeep Renegade review