The 2009 Jeep Patriot
In preparation for this article I did much research on the 2009 Jeep Patriot. Of all the information and reviews that I read, I could only find one negative aspect to report. That is the limited ability for acceleration. Meanwhile some of the positives were it’s amazing off-road capabilities, followed by it’s surprising cargo room.
While the bulky boxy styling of the Patriot leaves no doubt that it is all Jeep, it doesn’t handle like a jeep. If you liked the Cherokee you will love the newly improved Jeep patriot. With it’s standard issue 174hp 2. 4L engine and manual five speed transmission, it is obvious that this jeep was designed, in the spirit of all the jeeps before, to see off-road duty as much as on-road errands. With the optional Continuously Variable Transmission, commonly referred to as the CVT, when applied to the front wheel drive sport trim model, can be powered by an 158hp 2. 0L engine.
The patriot is available in either front wheel drive or with the optional four wheel drive system that includes a “lock: mode. This mode significantly improves traction in poor weather conditions.
Features like hill descent control, locking differential, off-road mode which when activated engages low range in the continuously variable transmission, are included in the off-road package called the freedom drive off-road group. You also gain an extra inch of ground clearance when you add this package. Much of this equipment is not usually offered on SUV’s of this price range.
Tire pressure monitoring, front and side curtain air bags, anti-lock brakes and electronic stability program combine to give the 2009 Jeep Patriot an impressive 9. 1 safety rating. Stability control uses reduced engine power and selectively applied braking to assist the driver in keeping control when it senses the vehicles handling limits have been surpassed.
The Patriots available off-road capabilities are far superior to those of other class comparable SUV’s. Also standard are some unique features in the form of overhead air bags to protect against head injury should the patriot roll over or be involved in a side collision.
Interior upgrades to the instrument panel, door panels, and centre console along with features such as illuminated cup holders, add style and functionality. Add to that the navigation system complete with real time traffic updates and you have many reasons for choosing a 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Andy Zain is the admin of Jeep Patriot Forum , a place where fans and owners can get the right information for tuning, customization and general discussions on anything about Jeep Patriot. Get the information you need when you visit Jeep Forum
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