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2009 Jeep Patriot Review

July 4, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

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more palatable Jeep styling
Motor Trend

ultimately defined by a sea of hard, low-quality plastic
Edmunds

To observe the Patriot is essentially to see the silhouette of the previous-generation Liberty
Cars.com

The 2009 Jeep Patriot is the Chrysler brand's small crossover vehicle, mechanically similar to both the more softly styled Jeep Compass and the more carlike Dodge Caliber.

Comparing the Patriot to some of its competitors in the segment, Automobile Magazine states that the Jeep Patriot "looks far more like a tough-guy off-roader than its curvaceous urbanite rivals." Kelley Blue Book refers to the 2009 Jeep Patriot's styling with its square lines and boxy stance as one that "evoke[s] the purpose-built style of the now-defunct Cherokee and, to a lesser degree, its Grand Cherokee successor." While the Compass has rounded corners and a more carlike presence, the Jeep Patriot wears a boxier, utilitarian look. Motor Trend describes it as "more palatable Jeep styling" that is more rugged-looking and truer to the no-nonsense, trailblazing silhouette of the older Jeep models.

In 2009, Jeep equips the Patriot with new round heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) vents, shift bezel, door spears, and cluster rings, which add some style to the purposeful interior. The shiny additions don't especially impress Edmunds, who complain that the "cabin features large gauges and simple controls but is ultimately defined by a sea of hard, low-quality plastic." While basic, the interior is attractive and sturdy-looking. The Patriot's interior on the base Sport model is equipped with vinyl seating for five that shows some big expanses of plastic on the dash but with large, easy-to-read instrumentation. Automobile Magazine says "the Patriot's upright dash and flat expanse of hood make you feel as though you're in something substantial—more truck than minivan—and the simple controls are logically laid out."

Conclusion

The 2009 Jeep Patriot offers a rugged style with a purposeful interior.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:more palatable Jeep stylingMotor Trendultimately defined by a sea of hard, low-quality plasticEdmundsTo observe the Patriot is essentially to see the silhouette of the previous-generation LibertyCars.com The 2009 Jeep Patriot is the Chrysler brand's small crossover vehicle, mechanically similar to both the more softly styled Jeep Compass and the more carlike Dodge Caliber. Comparing the Patriot to some of its competitors in the segment, Automobile Magazine states that the Jeep Patriot "looks far more like a tough-guy off-roader than its curvaceous urbanite rivals." Kelley Blue Book refers to the 2009 Jeep Patriot's styling with its square lines and boxy stance as one that "evoke[s] the purpose-built style of the now-defunct Cherokee and, to a lesser degree, its Grand Cherokee successor." While the Compass has rounded corners and a more carlike presence, the Jeep Patriot wears a boxier, utilitarian look. Motor Trend describes it as "more palatable Jeep styling" that is more rugged-looking and truer to the no-nonsense, trailblazing silhouette of the older Jeep models. In 2009, Jeep equips the Patriot with new round heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) vents, shift bezel, door spears, and cluster rings, which add some style to the purposeful interior. The shiny additions don't especially impress Edmunds, who complain that the "cabin features large gauges and simple controls but is ultimately defined by a sea of hard, low-quality plastic." While basic, the interior is attractive and sturdy-looking. The Patriot's interior on the base Sport model is equipped with vinyl seating for five that shows some big expanses of plastic on the dash but with large, easy-to-read instrumentation. Automobile Magazine says "the Patriot's upright dash and flat expanse of hood make you feel as though you're in something substantial—more truck than minivan—and the simple controls are logically laid out." ConclusionThe 2009 Jeep Patriot offers a rugged style with a purposeful interior. 2009 JEEP PATRIOT STYLING | [8 out of 10] Motor Trend: "more palatable Jeep styling" Edmunds: "ultimately defined by a sea of hard, low-quality plastic” Cars.com: "To observe the Patriot is essentially to see the silhouette of the previous-generation Liberty" The 2009 Jeep Patriot ...

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Other Choices:

Boxy styling is actually one of the Patriot's selling points, so those looking at it might also consider the Scion xB, another city-friendly small car. The Ford Escape, despite its carlike underpinnings, has a style and driving position that's quite trucklike. With improved safety and standard features for 2009, the Escape is a much better vehicle. All said, with a price that starts well under $16,000, the Patriot is an awesome value. The Kia Sportage and Mitsubishi Outlander are two other small crossovers that aren't quite as distinctively styled, but they come well equipped. Shoppers also might consider the Subaru Forester, a small crossover-SUV mainstay that's known for its solid reliability and good resale value, along with its good performance in crash tests. The Forester handles slightly better than the Patriot, but it suffers from road noise inside, and it's considerably more expensive. The xB has similar fuel economy and a similar size, though its passenger space isn't quite as usable as that of the 2009 Jeep Patriot. However, the xB's interior feels more upscale and sportier, but it's a bit more expensive.

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