Overview & Reviews
The 2011 Jeep Patriot gets updated exterior styling and a few better-quality interior trim pieces, plus standard cruise control. All models also get reworked steering and suspension hardware, while four-wheel-drive versions benefit from increased ride height. New options include 17-inch alloy wheels and a voice-control system for audio functions.
- Jeep-lite styling
- Above-average off-road ability compared to most car-based crossovers
- Several clever features.
- Low base price
- Power-sapping continuously variable transmission (CVT)
- Low-budget interior
- Sluggish acceleration
- Poor braking distances
- Limited cargo capacity.
- Disappointing base engine fuel economy
User Reviews:
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Happy Buyer - 2011 Jeep Patriot
By rdub1983 - December 21 - 10:01 amI traded my 2006 Jeep Commander for the 2011 Jeep Patriot. The reason I was trading was a combo of dismal MPG and a longer commute. I saw the advertised MPG for the Patriot and thought I would give it a shot. Just as long as it had 4x4 I was willing to make the power sacrifice for the MPG. We took it for a test drive and I was pleasantly surpised. It did well merging but as other reviewers have stated the CVT is odd slow response to throttle input. This however can be negated if you have the autostick feature, although I am sure that it costs some MPG. That being said I am getting between 22-24 MPG combined city-highway. Overall if you dont expect to have V8 performance you will enjoy it.
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Unexpectedly nice - 2011 Jeep Patriot
By Aaron - August 8 - 2:00 amI bought this vehicle because I have a 2007 Patriot. The 2011 is a completely different vehicle in terms of comfort, quietness, ride performance. I was expecting to be only satisfied with my purchase but I am ecstatic with it. Great job Jeep!
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More Then Just A Refresh! - 2011 Jeep Patriot
By finster5 - June 15 - 1:07 pmDriving the 2011 Latitude for 4 weeks. I last looked into the Patriot back in 2007. Kudos to Jeep, because they totally redid this vehicle. Very Pleased. After tax, DMV fees, registration cost came out to 24K. I am getting around 27 mpg. I am sitting in heated leather seats with my smart phone wirelessly streaming phone calls and music through the stereo. New interior and reworked steering wheel w/stereo and cruise controls bring the cabin back into the 2000s as opposed to before when it felt like 1986. Handling/feel on road is tight and nowhere as noisy as previous models. CVT transmission is no problem at all, passing and highway acceleration power is there. More tough car then truck.
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Great - 2011 Jeep Patriot
By jmatt12 - February 11 - 1:56 amJust got a brand new Jeep Patriot. I was skeptical after reading some very negative reviews, but it didnt turn out that way. Very responsive and fun to drive without using too much gas. The 2.4 engine has plenty of power and gets to speed quickly. The best part is my 63" body fits comfortably in the drivers seat. If you like the jeep style but want to be conservative this is a great car.
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Great price and great mileage - 2011 Jeep Patriot
By spudboy - January 15 - 12:20 pmI bought my Jeep Patriot at the end of June and I love it! Since it is brand new I have not seen anything wrong with it. The Patriot is very comfortable, seems durable, and is fantastic for its price. This jeep has only a few minor problems, nothing that will cost money either. I recommend this to anyone that wants a jeep or anyone who wants an SUV that doesnt guzzle gas.
