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Jeep Renegade
Built in Italy, the subcompact Renegade looks enticingly cute but is
bogged down by a nine-speed automatic that’s neither smooth nor
responsive. Fuel economy with the 2.4-liter was 24 mpg overall.
Handling is uninspiring, and the ride is unremarkable. Vibrations
while the engine is idling and an overly touchy brake pedal also mar
the driving experience. The Trailhawk version offers a token amount
of off-road capability. Open-air driving is possible with the optional
removable sunroof panels. Optional safety features include forward
collision warning, lane departure warning, blind spot warning, and
rear cross-traffic warning. Chrysler’s easy-to-use Uconnect infotain-
ment system is available. A new 1.3-liter turbo four-cylinder engine
replaces the old 1.4-liter, and adaptive cruise control is now optional.
Overall Score 44
Predicted Reliability 20
Owner Satisfaction 20
Road-Test Score 56
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.
Base Price: $22,025-$27,895
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: Altitude, Latitude, Lim-
ited, Sport, Trailhawk, Upland
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 1.3-liter 4 turbo (177 hp); 2.4-
liter 4 (180 hp)
Transmissions: 9-speed automatic
Length (in.)..................... 167
Width (in.) ......................71
Height (in.) ..................... 66
Wheelbase (in.) .................101
Weight (lb.) ..................3,360
% weight front/rear .......... 60/40
Max. Load (lb.) ................ 985
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 30.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........2,000
Regular
CR overall mpg ..................24
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Grand Cherokee has a mostly compliant and controlled ride,
comfortable seats, and a solid, upscale interior, all of which endow it
with a premium, substantial feel. Handling is competent, fit and fin-
ish is excellent, and the eight-speed automatic shifts smoothly. The
standard 3.6-liter V6 returned just 18 mpg, though. We also tested the
diesel version, which racked up 24 mpg overall. Two V8s, a 5.7-liter
and the SRT’s 6.4-liter, are optional. The Trackhawk version has a 707-
hp, 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. The Uconnect infotainment sys-
tem, with its large, well-labeled touch screen, is one of the best we’ve
tested. Appropriately optioned, the Jeep makes a good tow vehicle or
a capable off-roader. Recent updates include engine stop-start for the
revised V6, Siri Eyes Free, and an easier-to-use gear selector.
Overall Score 62-65
Predicted Reliability 02
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 80-84
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.
Base Price: $31,945-$86,900
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: Laredo, Limited, Limited
X, Overland, SRT, Summit, Track-
hawk, Trailhawk
Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel (240
hp); 3.6-liter V6 (295 hp); 5.7-liter V8
(360 hp); 6.2-liter V8 supercharged
(707 hp); 6.4-liter V8 (475 hp)
Transmissions: 8-speed automatic
Length (in.).................... .190
Width (in.) ......................77
Height (in.) ......................68
Wheelbase (in.) .................115
Weight (lb.) ..................4,900
% weight front/rear ...........52/48
Max. Load (lb.) ...............1,050
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 36.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........6,200
Regular or premium or diesel
CR overall mpg ...............18-24 Worse than average
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