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Jeep Patriot Photos, Reviews and Specifications



Jeep Patriot

+Trim:




Fuel Economy

City
8.9
L/100K
Highway
7.1
L/100K

Vehicle Dimensions (mm)

4409
1755
2634
1669

2010 Jeep Patriot Sport

Fuel City 8.9L/100K
Fuel Highway 7.1L/100K
Transmission Manual
Max Power 128 KW 172 HP
Body Type Sport Utility Vehicle
Number of Doors 5
Engine 2.4l
Drive Wheels Front Wheel Drive

2010 Jeep Patriot North Edition Road Test Review

When I look at the 2010 Jeep Patriot, it vaguely reminds me of a smaller and more refined version of the Cherokee SUV that I longed
2010 Jeep Patriot
The Patriot offers off-road capability and on-road agility in a fuel-efficient package, a nice combination. (Photo: Canadian Auto Press)
to own as a girl growing up.  Its boxy exterior and signature grille take me back to when I begged my mom to buy one of these off-roading wonders as a family car.  Even though it was pretty much out of the question, the combination of the Cherokee’s gas-guzzling 4.0L engine and not-so-road friendly suspension were an even harder sell to a mom who just wanted a comfortable “city car.”  I guess it’s not really mother-like-daughter in this case. 
 
But if the Patriot was around ‘back in the day,’ I’m sure it wouldn’t have been that hard of a sell.  After all, this Trail Rated yet road friendly vehicle can traverse in unpaved territories yet also drive smoothly on the city streets.  And because it is based on the same platform as the Compass, it offers a rather comfortable ride with available 4WD capabilities without breaking the bank when it comes to fueling. 
 
In order to not break the bank while fueling, the Patriot can be outfitted with the choice of two different engines.  There is the base 2.0L four-cylinder or a larger optional 2.4L DOHC, 16-valve, Dual VVT four that gets outfitted on the North Edition, my tester.  And of the two transmissions, this particular Patriot came with the optional automatic “shifting” CVT2 Continuously Variable Transmission with AutoStick manual mode, not the standard 5-speed manual.  The 2.4L engine coupled with the 4WD system and CVT gearbox uses an estimated 10.6L/100km in the city and 9.4L/100km on the highway; a rating that isn’t too bad for a full-time 4WD vehicle of its size. 
 
When behind the wheel of the North Edition, the 172 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque created by the engine seemed quite
2010 Jeep Patriot
Classic styling in this modern Jeep. (Photo: Canadian Auto Press)
reasonable for everyday driving.  I didn’t feel it was underpowered when it came to running around and doing the daily grind.  It did need an extra bit of coaxing when accelerating up hills, but other than that it did just fine.  I did, however, notice that the cabin gets a little noisy when the engine had to work harder.  To solve that problem, I adjusted the volume of the stereo system and let the musical stylings of whomever was on the radio drown the revs away! 
 
And speaking of cabins, the Patriot, which received a revamping for the 2009 model year, does not have the most exciting interior I’ve seen, but it does the job, going about its duties with simplicity.  I would have liked to see more colour variation or even some more metallic trim just to break up the monotony in the sea
2010 Jeep Patriot
A much better interior after its 2009 mid-cycle upgrade. (Photo: Canadian Auto Press)
of black plastic that engulfed all the gauges and knobs.  But even in that sea of black, the cabin is easy to maneuver in and I never found myself feeling lost. 
 
While I wasn’t crazy about dash, there were a couple of other redeeming features that I did quite like.  The first being the multi-tonal cloth upholstered seats.  This gave the cabin more depth and they looked good, too.  Another feature that was pretty cool was the reclining rear seats.  These come standard on the North Edition and provide extra comfort and headroom to the lucky individuals sitting in the rear. The only downfall?  The reclining seats are subject to the 60/40 split, so if the person sitting in the middle wants to be more upright than the person by the door, there could be some coin-tossing involved to settle the qualm. 
 
Moving
2010 Jeep Patriot
Two-tone seats break up the black monotony of the Patriot's interior. (Photo: Canadian Auto Press)
from the inside out, the North Edition proudly sports the Trail Rated badge because of its low range crawl mode and improved traction performance.  This can be attributed to the optional Freedom-Drive I package.  This package includes the active full-time 4x4 system and a selectable 4WD LOCK; a feature easily activated by the pull of a lever which locks the system and divides torque equally between the front and rear axles for added traction at speeds under 15 km/h. 
 
The North Plus package, which was also part of the optional equipment on the North Edition Patriot, includes a set of P215/65R17 all-season tires and 17-inch aluminum wheels, which helped with traction, stability and style.  It also included heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls and speed control helping to make me more comfortable behind the wheel. Gotta love the heated seats, especially on cold, rainy West Coast days. 
 
Overall, the 2010 Jeep Patriot North Edition offers its driver a taste of Trail Rated nature with a very reasonable the price tag.  The North Edition has a starting MSRP of $19,295 and goes up from there depending on what kind of extras you’re looking for.  Its agreeable suspension, cool interior features and fuel economy make it a great pick for those looking for a city car that has the ability to perform off-road as well.

Interior

  • Seat upholstery: vinyl
  • Front seat: driver, passenger bucket
  • Steering wheel ; includes tilting
    adjustment
  • Cupholders in front row and rear seats
  • Rear view mirror
  • Fixed rear window with defroster and
    intermittent wiper
  • Audio Connectivity: AUX jack
  • 4 speakers
  • 12V in front
  • Driver and passenger vanity mirror
  • Tachometer
  • Clock
  • Floor mats
  • Load restraint: hooks
  • Front seat center armrest
  • Rear seats: split-folding bench with
    seating for three
  • Power steering
  • Ventilation system with cabin filter
  • Rear side windows: on driver side and
    passenger side
  • Fuel consumption: city= 8.9 (L/100km);
    highway= 7.1 (L/100km); combined= 8.1
    (L/100km); vehicle range: 630 km / 391
    miles
  • Seating: 5 seats
  • Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player
    (reads MP3)
  • Courtesy lights
  • Dashboard
  • External temperature
  • Floor covering: carpet in passenger
    compartment and carpet in load area
  • Driver and passenger 3rd row windows

Exterior

  • Driver and passenger door mirror: black,
    externally adjustable
  • Spare wheel: spacesaver with steel rim
  • Pearl paint
  • Windshield wipers with variable
    intermittent wipe
  • Doors: driver, rear driver, passenger
    and rear passenger : front hinged
  • Roof rails

Mechanical

  • Independent front strut suspension with
    stabilizer bar and coil springs,
    independent rear multi-link suspension
    with stabilizer bar and coil springs
  • Hill holder
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Electronic traction control (via ABS &
    engine management)
  • Fuel system: multi-point injection
  • Transmission: 5-speed manual ; incl.
    shifter on floor
  • Powertrain type : combustion
  • 4.120:1 axle ratio
  • Emissions data: CO2: 3,888 kg/yr
  • Fuel: unleaded ( 87 octane)

Safety

  • Stability control
  • Low tire pressure indicator
  • 2 disc brakes (2 ventilated)
  • Painted front and rear bumpers
  • Headlights: halogen with complex surface
    lens
  • Front to rear side curtain airbag
  • 2 active height adjustable head
    restraints for front seats, 2 head
    restraints for rear seats
  • 3-point rear seat belts for driver,
    passenger and center
  • Brake assist system
  • Roll stability control
  • ABS
  • Immobilizer
  • Daytime running lights
  • Intelligent driver front airbag,
    intelligent passenger front airbag with
    occupant sensors
  • 3-point height adjustable front seat
    belts with pre-tensioners for driver and
    passenger

Dimensions

  • Weights: gross vehicle weight rating
    (kg): 2,075, curb weight (kg): 1,410,
    gross trailer weight braked (kg): 454
    and payload allowance (kg): 420
  • External dimensions: overall length
    (mm): 4,409, overall width (mm): 1,755,
    overall height (mm): 1,669, ground
    clearance (mm): 229, wheelbase (mm):
    2,634, front track (mm): 1,519, rear
    track (mm): 1,519 and curb to curb
    turning circle (mm): 10,854
  • Cargo capacity: rear seat down (litres):
    1,534 and all seats in place (litres):
    651
  • Engine: 2.4L in-line four-cylinder DOHC
    with VVT ( 10.5 :1 compression ratio ; 4
    valves per cylinder)
  • Front and rear all-season tires with
    black sidewall : 205/ 70/ " T " rated
  • Front and rear steel wheels: 16"x 6.5" ;
    includes partial wheel covers
  • Internal dimensions: front headroom
    (mm): 1,041, rear headroom (mm): 1,013,
    front hip room (mm): 1,328, rear hip
    room (mm): 1,295, front leg room (mm):
    1,031, rear leg room (mm): 1,001, front
    shoulder room (mm): 1,387 and rear
    shoulder room (mm): 1,372
  • Cargo area dimensions: width between
    arches (mm): 965 and loading floor
    height (mm): 780
  • 51 litre fuel tank
  • Power: 172 HP @ 6,000 rpm; 165 ft lb of
    torque @ 4,400 rpm

Misc

  • Charges:
  • SUV specifics approach angle (degrees):
    29.6 and departure angle (degrees): 34.2
  • Delivery/freight charge: $ 1,400.00

(HAA) Air Conditioning

Air conditioning Ventilation system with recirculation setting Charges: Air Conditioning Tax $ 100.00


(TBB) Full Size Spare Tire

Spare wheel: fullsize and (stored internally)


(DAV) Continuously Variable Transmission II

Transmission: CVT ; incl. shifter on dash Fuel consumption: city= 9.9 (L/100km); highway= 8.2 (L/100km);

Excludes: [DD7] Transmission: 5-Speed Manual


(AWS) Smokers Group

Cigar lighter in front seats Front ashtray


(CJ1) Front Seat Side Air Bags

Front side airbag


(ECN) Engine: 2.0L DOHC 16v Dual VVT

Engine: 2.0L in-line four-cylinder DOHC with VVT ( 10.5 :1 compression ratio ; 4 valves per cylinder) Power: 158 HP @ 6,400 rpm; 141 ft lb of torque @ 5,000 rpm Fuel consumption: city= 9.0 (L/100km); highway= 7.3 (L/100km);

Excludes: [ED3] Engine: 2.4L DOHC 16v Dual VVT


(J003) Standard Metallic Paint

Metallic paint


(DD7) Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

Transmission: 5-speed ; incl. shifter on floor

Excludes: [DAV] Continuously Variable Transmission II


(ED3) Engine: 2.4L DOHC 16v Dual VVT

Engine: 2.4L in-line four-cylinder DOHC with VVT ( 10.5 :1 compression ratio ; 4 valves per cylinder)

Excludes: [ECN] Engine: 2.0L DOHC 16v Dual VVT


(25D) Sport Quick Order

Base vehicle with standard equipment

Excludes: [DAV] Continuously Variable Transmission II And [24D] Sport Quick Order And [26D] Sport Quick Order


(24D) Sport Quick Order

Base vehicle with standard equipment

Excludes: [25D] Sport Quick Order And [26D] Sport Quick Order


(26D) Sport Quick Order

Base vehicle with standard equipment

Excludes: [DD7] Transmission: 5-Speed Manual And [25D] Sport Quick Order And [24D] Sport Quick Order


(B7) Cloth Seats

Seat upholstery: cloth

Excludes: [E6DK] Dark Slate Gray/Light Pebble Beige Vinyl And [E6DV] Dark Slate Gray Vinyl


(REQ) Media CTR 230 6CD/DVD/MP3 Radio

Audio system with AM/FM radio, 6 CDs (reads MP3) 6-disc DVD changer in dashboard


(ACF) Tire and Wheel Group

Front and rear alloy wheels: 17"x 6.5" Front and rear all-terrain tires with outline white letters : 215/ 65/ " T " rated


*Disclaimer: Pricing is subject to change without notice, actual price may vary; installed options may also vary by dealer. Price does not include applicable license fees, insurance, registration, tax, freight / delivery, PDI or administration fees. See dealership for final pricing and availability.


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