Is the 2012 Jeep Patriot a reliable car?
The 2012 Jeep Patriot’s #19 ranking is based on its score within the 2012 Affordable Compact SUVs category. Currently the Jeep Patriot has a score of 6.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 66 pieces of research and data elements using various sources….Scorecard.
| Critics’ Rating: | 6.0 |
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| Safety: | 8.2 |
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How reliable is a Jeep Patriot?
The Jeep Patriot Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 15th out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $596 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are not common for the Patriot.
How long will a 2012 Jeep Patriot last?
If You keep up with the manufacturer’s suggested maintenance while also making sure You keep up with major services and regular oil changes, a Jeep Patriot is a reliable vehicle. It will have a lifespan of about 200,000 miles. These Jeeps are designed to last a long time.
Is there a recall on 2012 Jeep Patriot?
Recall no. CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JEEP PATRIOT AND COMPASS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 17, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 2, 2012. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY CONTAINING A DAMAGED ROLL-OVER VALVE.
Do Jeep Patriots have bad transmissions?
There have been numerous complaints of early transmission failure, even with with normal servicing. Issues start with a whining noise, overheat warnings, and an inability to accelerate. The most common solution is replacement of the transmission. Late 2014 model year Patriots changed to a non-CVT transmission.
What kind of engine does a 2012 Jeep Patriot have?
The 2012 Jeep Patriot Sport and Latitude models come standard with front-wheel drive and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder rated at 158 horsepower and 141 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard and a CVT is optional.
Is the Jeep Patriot a good small SUV?
Jeep’s Patriot small SUV is related to the Jeep Compass and Dodge Caliber, but has a more upright body. It uses the same 2.0- and 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engines found in the Caliber, which we found slow and noisy. Ride and handling are acceptable, but not impressive. Interior fit and finish are sub par.
What are the trim levels of the 2012 Jeep Patriot?
The 2012 Jeep Patriot is a compact SUV that’s offered in three trim levels: Sport, Latitude and Limited.
How good is the 2012 Patriot limited?
2012 Patriot Limited – Better than expected! Had to replace my totaled Suzuki Equator and the hunt was on. Looked at almost every MFG’s smaller SUV and kept coming back to the Jeep. The re-programmed VCT matched up with the 2.4 seems to be a great revision/fit. Always had 6 or 8 cyln engines so was a bit apprehensive but not yet.