The Jeep Patriot is a four-seater compact crossover SUV that was introduced in 2007. Its model is based on the DaimlerChrysler/Mitsubishi GS platform. The Patriot is specifically designed to offer excellent off-road capabilities and high ground clearance, maneuverability, and water fording. It is one of the least expensive SUVs, making it an affordable off-roader, ideal for those who like a bit of adventure. Here are some of the best features of the Jeep Patriot:

Key highlights
Jeep marketed the Patriot as an affordable off-roader SUV. It is available in the following trim levels: Sport, with sub-trims Sports SE and 75 ^th Anniversary Edition, and Latitude, with High Altitude Edition sub-trim level.

Engine and transmission
The Patriot is equipped with a 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder engine producing 158 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and a torque of 141 pound-feet at 5,000 rpm. Buyers can also opt for a 2.4 liter, 4-cylinder engine producing 172 horsepower and a torque of 165 pound-feet. They can also choose from a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. The Jeep Patriot has a fully independent touring-tuned suspension. The front-wheel-drive is standard in all models, and the all-wheel-drive system is optional.

Freedom Drive II Package
Jeep offered an optional Freedom Drive II Package, ideal for those interested in adventure or all-terrain travel. It is an active four-wheel-drive system with lock mode. As the Jeep Patriot was designed as an off-roader, the Freedom Drive II package gave the driver an edge to confidently handle various terrains and weather conditions. Features of this package are 17-inch all-terrain tires, 19:1 crawl ratio, aluminum wheels, fog lamps, manual seat height adjuster, one full-sized spare tire, skid plates, tow hooks, and second-generation continuously-variable transaxle with low range.

Fuel economy
The Jeep Patriot runs on regular unleaded fuel and has a fuel tank capacity of 13.6 gallons. It can earn up to 23 MPG in the city, 30 MPG on the highway, and a combined EPA of 25 MPG.

Exterior
Jeep has made many changes to the Patriot design over the years. It has maintained a sophisticated style for its higher-end models with features like a power sunroof and automatic headlamps. Some of the standard features of the different trims of the Patriot are black roof rails, 16- and 17-inch black steel or gray aluminum wheels, body-color door handles and liftgate brow, deep-tinted sunscreen and solar-control glass, automatic halogen headlamps, and auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone.

Interior
The interior of this compact SUV is luxurious, however, details can vary based on the trim you choose. Some features are standard for all Patriot models, but features like heated rear seats are either optional or limited to higher-end models. Some of the standard interior features are 60/40 split-folding and reclining seats, carpeted cargo space, heated front seats, leather steering with cruise and audio controls, luxury front and rear floor mats, power windows, remote keyless entry, and speed-sensitive power door locks.

Entertainment
Buyers can find four speakers, an audio input jack, a CD/MP3 player, hands-free Bluetooth with Uconnect Voice command, Radio 130, and SiriusXM Satellite Radio as standard features in all Patriot models.

Safety
The Jeep Patriot comes with a post-collision safety system, 4-wheel antilock ventilated front disc brakes, advanced multistage driver and passenger seat airbags, brake assist, electronic roll mitigation, electronic stability control, and front-seat active head restraints. Additionally, you can find a theft mitigation system, tire pressure monitoring system, and an engine immobilizer for enhanced safety.

Optional features
Buyers can customize the SUV based on their requirements and budget. Some of the optional features you can get are air conditioning with manual controls, MOPAR Katzkin leather seats, ParkView rear backup camera, a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, 16-inch black steel wheels, and Radio 230.