Jeep Patriot

All I hear is crickets

And that is why they are not selling, boring! Been like that since it came out. Now the new Cherokee on the other hand is very nice. See them all over.

There are dozens of great choices in that segment. I would suggest they look at at least some of the competition.

I know one person who has one and really likes it. I thought about getting one as a daily driver 3-4 years ago but did not because I am not a fan of CVT transmissions.

Fast Mopar wrote:
I know one person who has one and really likes it. I thought about getting one as a daily driver 3-4 years ago but did not because I am not a fan of CVT transmissions.

The CVT transmission has been something that hasn't been universally accepted. I don't care for them either. The 2014 models now offer a regular 6 speed automatic, along with the CVT and the 5 speed standard.

I would be glad to have one with either a 5 speed stick or a conventional automatic. I have a coworker who has one (CVT) with 200,000 miles and he loves it.

They have improved (especially the 2014s with the conventional automatic), but they are still based on the Caliber - which isn't a good thing IMO. The only plus to them is the price.

I had a 2007 Compass Limited 4WD 5-spd manual for 3.5 years which is the ugly step sister to the Patriot. It was a great vehicle for me at the time. I wouldn't touch the early CVT versions and I lost touch with the more recent models. But mine was flawless and fun.

Not sure this is the correct area as the tow ratings don't even reach popup range.

wow APT, i never would have thought. 2500 sub and TDI.

ib516 wrote:
They have improved (especially the 2014s with the conventional automatic), but they are still based on the Caliber - which isn't a good thing IMO. The only plus to them is the price.

I'm not very familiar with the Patriot. A family member is considering buying one. If you could expand issues of concern it would be appreciated.

He wants to make an informed decision and there doesn't seem a lot of info out there.

Thanks,

Les