When you pair the standard 5-speed manual transmission with a brawny yet efficient 2.4L dual VVT engine, the 2009
Jeep
®
Patriot zooms off to achieve BEST-IN-CLASS EPA 4WD 28 hwy mpg fuel efficiency,
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while delivering
172 hp supported by 165 lb-ft of torque. The engine’s dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT) electronically
controls both intake and exhaust valves, four valves per cylinder (16V total), in response to the driver’s
demands, helping to improve power and encourage an economically sound performance. And should
you live in a state that has adopted California emissions standards, the available 2.4L VVT PZEV engine allows
Patriot to qualify as a Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PZEV).
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Patriot’s efficiency on select models has earned the
highly esteemed SmartWay
®
certification.
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The SmartWay certification mark, developed by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, identifies each vehicle’s air pollution and greenhouse gas performance. Lower emissions
and higher fuel economy earn higher scores, and those vehicles with the best scores are eligible for the SmartWay
designation. Please visit epa.gov/greenvehicles for a list of the specific vehicle types that meet the SmartWay
standards. The available Continuously Variable Automatic Transaxle (CVT2) with AutoStick uses a 30-mm high-strength multilayer steel drive
belt and two active V pulleys to vary vehicle speed, resulting in a smooth and quiet ride. For added performance and a nice dose of fun, the
driver can grab the system’s AutoStick shifter to manually control upshifts and downshifts for clutchless shifting between six discrete “gear
ratios.” Or, on its own, CVT2 breezes through an infinitely variable number of gear ratios and speeds that transmit a constant stream of smooth
power for both optimum fuel economy
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and high-revving highway-passing muscle when needed. Go for Trail Rated
®
capability with Patriot’s
available Freedom-Drive II Off-Road Group. It gives you the ground clearance and approach and departure angles that let you really get your
game on when you go off road. The Freedom-Drive II Off-Road Group employs the CVT2L for an effective 19:1:1 overall “first gear” crawl ratio
and BEST-IN-CLASS off-road capability.
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The trailer tow wiring connector and cooling upgrades found in the Freedom-Drive II Off-Road Group
prepares your Patriot with all the right stuff so you can bring up to 2,000 lb of fun along for the ride.
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Patriot’s optional 2.0L four-cylinder engine
cranks out a healthy 158 hp and 141 lb-ft of torque — an impressive performance for an engine this size (available with CVT2 only and on Sport
2WD).
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EPA est 23 city/28 hwy mpg; 4WD models equipped with 5-speed manual transmission versus 2008 Ward’s Small Cross/Utility Vehicle segment.
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Not available in all states or with all drivetrains. See
your dealer for details. Late availability.
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Based on 2008 EPA SmartWay Designation.
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When properly equipped and with Freedom-Drive II Off-Road Group. Based on overall static scoring of available features vs
2008 Ward’s Small Cross/Utility Vehicle segment.
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When properly equipped with the Trailer Tow Prep Group and 2.4L engine.
Our VVT means better mpg.