2008 Jeep Patriot - First Impressions

The 2008 Jeep Patriot is a compact SUV that shares a platform with the Compass compact SUV but offers more traditional Jeep styling and off-road capability. The Patriot has a 5 Speed Manual transmission, 2.4-liter I4, 172-horsepower engine, more interior features and three new colors to its lineup. The Patriot combines the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car.

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Standard Engine:

2.4L I4, 172-horsepower, engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. 5 Speed Manual transmission.

"The styling cannot be faulted. It looks like a Jeep and that is what most people buying this brand want. It is a fairly impressive feat how they got this rugged looking vehicle on this car platform."