Jeep Liberty Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.24/5 Average
1,937 Total Reviews
Model Overview:

Sold from 2002-'12, the Jeep Liberty was the successor to one of America's original compact SUVs, the Cherokee (which returned in 2014). True to its tough, capable Jeep lineage, the Liberty has considerable off-road capability, thanks to steep approach and departure angles and exceptional suspension travel and articulation. The Liberty was also rated to tow up to 5,000 pounds, a robust figure for its class. These are qualities not found in most other small utility vehicles from this time period, which saw the rise of crossover SUVs optimized for the suburban lifestyle.

Demerits for the Jeep Liberty include a weak engine lineup, with sluggish acceleration and dismal fuel economy from both the four-cylinder and V6 engines offered over the years (the first generation's briefly optional diesel engine is impressively fuel-efficient, however). Interior quality and comfort are also lacking, and by today's standards, the Liberty's general lack of refinement leaves much to be desired.

User Reviews:

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  • Liberty by Russian - 2005 Jeep Liberty
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    Great price. Super solid -- no squeaks and no rattles, amazingly strong structure, no wonder great safety reviews, feel confident when my wife drives it. Rear limited slip differential is a must to put power down and for safe handling when raining. A little better material inside and 5-speed auto would make it the Mercedes Benz among small SUVs, but for $26k minus the rebates and dealers discounts you cant blame them. Precise and fun car overall. Totally recommend it.

  • Jeep liberty - 2002 Jeep Liberty
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    Fun to drive. handles much nicer than the cherokee. elegant but sporty.

  • I Love my Liberty! - 2005 Jeep Liberty
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    My Liberty is great. I have sunroof and satellite radio. I love the window controls in the middle now my kids will not bother the windows. I just look for excuses to leave the house so I can drive it. The gas mileage isnt all that good but I honestly dont care. IÂ’m for sure keeping my Liberty; no more trading in me if I do IÂ’m getting another Liberty.

  • excellent value for the money - 2005 Jeep Liberty
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    Great mid-sized suv. After nearly two years and twenty thousand miles my wife & I dont have anything but praise for this vehicle.

  • I Like It. - 2005 Jeep Liberty
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    I put 1000 miles on my liberty the 1st week, i purchased it,the ride is great,seats need to be more comfortable though. performance is is ok,could be better,but than the mpg would suffer more. All in all my jeep was a good investment.

  • New Jeep Owner - 2005 Jeep Liberty
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    After having only owend this vehicle for a week - I am excited to be a new Jeep owner. I just got back from taking this vehicle to Colorado and the drive was very comfortable - had great power and overall a great trip. It looks great both inside and out and has many extras that ita competitor lack.

  • Ashleys Review - 2004 Jeep Liberty
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    The Jeep Liberty is a great SUV. Fun to drive and roomy and looks good!

  • Fun with the Liberty - 2003 Jeep Liberty
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    I have been driving the vehicle for about three weeks and have loved it. I love the way it handles and turns. Its a bit rough as far as the ride but what the heck its fun to drive and I knew I wasnt buying a Caddie.

  • 08 Liberty is purely awesome - 2008 Jeep Liberty
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    I got this new Jeep about 7 months ago and It is the best car Ive ever ridden in, driven, and owned. It is the most comfortable ride of any car Ive had. My dads BMW doesnt even drive as well as the Jeep. It could be a bit more powerful. The manual transmission that happens to be $850 less than the auto solves the problem of fuel efficiency. The new Jeep styling has made a huge impression not just on me but on all my friends. There is a lot of room for a mid-sized SUV. The cars price, fair reliability, ease of driving, and small turning radius make it a great car for beginner drivers. And parents dont worry about safety, this car is a tank. buy this car and you wont be disappointed.

  • Live to tell the story - 2004 Jeep Liberty
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    I received my 2004 Jeep Liberty Renegade for my birthday.We had been looking at several different makes and models but finally decided on this Jeep Liberty. It looked awsome and I really loved the way it drove. Ten days after our purchase, I was stopped at a red traffic light and looked in my rear view mirror and saw a large SUV coming up behind me and not stopping. I braced my feet on the break and my hands on the wheel, then closed my eyes. CRASH!! I was rear- ended. When I got out of my Jeep to check out the damage, I was amazed. The Ford Expedition was totaled and undriveable. My Liberty took the hit on the door mounted spare tire, and cam

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