Overview
Competing in the compact SUV, the 2012 Jeep Patriot SUV goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, the Kia Sportage, and the Ford Escape. Spread across 3 trims, the Patriot SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $15,995 and carries on to $25,330. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. Starting off is the 2.0L Inline 4 engine and 5-speed manual transmission base engine. Making 158 horsepower and 141 lb-ft of torque, this engine makes the Patriot SUV capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 MPH in just 10.3 seconds and carries the capability to tow 2000 pounds. One can also opt for a bigger2.4L Inline 4 engine that is paired to a CVT. With 172 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque, this engine gets you a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds.
