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Cruise control is now standard on all models
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both analog and digital jacks for playing and controlling audio sources and for loading songs and photos onto the onboard hard disk drive
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a 6.5-inch touchscreen and 30-gigabyte hard drive that can hold thousands of your favorite songs
Edmunds
Cruise control is now standard on all models
Motor Trend
both analog and digital jacks for playing and controlling audio sources and for loading songs and photos onto the onboard hard disk drive
Cars.com
The 2013 Jeep Patriot includes air conditioning, a CD sound system, fog lamps, and cruise control even in base Sport guise, although this is a vehicle that still gives you hand-crank windows.
You'll need to step up to the Latitude for power accessories and other extras, and the top Limited model earns heated leather seats, keyless entry, cruise control, and a 115-volt power outlet.
Patriot shoppers who want more than front-wheel drive have a choice of two four-wheel drive systems—Freedom Drive I, and Freedom Drive II Off-Road. The latter includes a low range plus a heavier-duty suspension, skid plates, and other enhancements. Add the All-Weather Capability Group and you'll also get 17-inch all-terrain tires, an engine block heater, and tow hooks.
Among available extras are voice-control Bluetooth connectivity, a remote start system, a navigation system with Sirius Travel Link, a universal garage-door opener, and an upgraded Boston Acoustics sound system with outward-facing tailgate speakers.
Conclusion
Turning the 2013 Patriot into a proper off-roader costs quite a bit extra, but other trims offer a lot of features for the money.