2008 Jeep Patriot Sport 2.4 DOHC from North America
Summary:
Best inexpensive compact SUV
Faults:
Water leak in the rear hatch starting around 34,000 miles.
Ball joints/lower control arms replaced at 47,000 miles.
Both ball joints/lower control arms went bad at 29,000 miles.
Goodyear R16 tires wear down fast.
Front end rotors need to be replaced soon.
Rubber strip on bottom of windshield constantly comes off.
General Comments:
The overall design of the car is attractive.
The cabin colors are also attractive, My interior is black and silver.
The Yes! Essentials fabric on the seats works well and is terrific; it repels stains and odors.
I just don't understand why only the driver's window switch illuminates and not the others...?
Car is at 51,000 miles, and has had no problems under the hood.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 10th August, 2010
1st Mar 2011, 15:34
Now after 66,000 kms, our Patriot still goes without a failure. More small noises here and there, the shock absorbers seem to wear. May be due poor surfaces of roads. The only complaint is the poor service from dealers.
Still a nice car to drive, still feel strong. My wife loves her "carrito".