2008 Jeep Patriot

2008 Jeep® Patriot Delivers Classic Jeep Styling, Best-in-class Capability

The Jeep® brand continues its expansion with the 2008 Jeep Patriot. A modern interpretation of classic Jeep styling, Patriot delivers fun, freedom, utility and best-in-class Jeep 4x4 capability, as well as a new entry-level price point for the Jeep brand.
The 2008 Jeep Patriot combines the packaging and interior flexibility of a sport-utility vehicle with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car or small pickup. Safety features, such as standard side-curtain air bags and standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP), add to Jeep Patriot's tremendous value.

New Jeep technology gives Patriot more capability than any other vehicle in its class. Jeep Patriot is available in three drive configurations: front-wheel drive, Freedom Drive I™ (a full-time, active four-wheel-drive system with lock mode) and the Freedom Drive II™ Off-Road Package (a full-time, active 4x4 system with low range that provides true Jeep 4x4 Trail Rated® capability).

Freedom Drive I features a lockable center coupling, which gives Jeep Patriot drivers the ability to handle rough weather conditions and low-traction surfaces. The Freedom Drive II Off-road Package is an available four-wheel-drive system that makes the 2008 Jeep Patriot a Trail Rated 4x4, creating the most capable vehicle in the crowded compact SÚV class. The Freedom Drive II Off-road Package includes a second-generation Continuously Variable Transaxle with low ratio (CVT2L), 17-inch all-terrain Outlined White Letter (OWL) tires and aluminum wheels, a full-size spare tire, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps and manual seat height adjuster. The available Freedom Drive II Off-road Package is recommended for off-road situations that include grades, occasional wheel lift and moderate rock or log climbing.

The Trail Rated Jeep Patriot sits 1 inch higher than non-Trail Rated versions and meets Jeep off-road capability requirements for traction, water fording, articulation, maneuverability and ground clearance. The Off-road Package's 17-inch wheels and OWL tires contribute to the Trail Rated Patriot's 9 inches of ground clearance, 29.6-degree approach angle, 34.2-degree departure angle and 23.3-degree breakover angle. Trail Rated Jeep Patriot models also have additional body sealing and high-mounted drivetrain vents to support 19-inch water fording capability. The Jeep Patriot's body and chassis were developed and tested over numerous rugged off-road terrains to meet the requirements of the enthusiast Jeep customer. The Trail Rated badge communicates to the customer that Jeep Patriot 4x4 with the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package delivers authentic 4x4 capability.

All Jeep Patriot models include standard brake traction control, driver-controlled three-mode ESP, Brake assist, Electronic Roll Mitigation and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with rough-road detection.

'WHAT'S NEW FOR 2008'

Exterior


• Surf Blue Pearl Coat replaces Marine Blue Pearl Coat

• Sunburst Orange Pearl Coat added

Interior


• Air conditioning now standard on all models

• New Dark Slate Gray interior

• Chrome lock knobs on all models

• Interior chrome door handles on all models

• Chrome accent rings on radio knobs on all models

• Standard luxury carpeted floor mats on Jeep Patriot Limited

• SIRIÚS Satellite Radio increases coverage to deliver more than 130 channels of radio programming

• Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) warning lamp now standard

Functional


• CVT2 now equipped with Auto Stick

• Engine and transaxle calibrations further refined for improved driveability and reduced powertrain noise
Packages

Jeep Patriot Sport with Special Equipment Group 'E' features:

• Standard all-season floor mats

• Standard speed control

• Available Security and Convenience Group (which includes automatic-dimming rearview mirror, compass, universal garage door opener, TPM system, Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC, soft-tonneau cover, security alarm and cross bars)

• Available Premium Sound Group now includes SIRIÚS Satellite Radio

• Available Trailer Tow Prep Group now includes full-size spare tire

Jeep Patriot Limited features:

Standard automatic-dimming rearview mirror, EVIC, universal garage door opener and TPM system
Available Security and Convenience Group now includes ÚConnect® Hands-free Communication System
Available Premium Sound Group now includes SIRIÚS Satellite Radio
DESIGN
Strong and capable, the 2008 Jeep Patriot is unmistakably Jeep, designed to appeal to compact SÚV buyers who want classic Jeep styling with best-in-class off-road capability. Jeep Patriot is rugged, exuding the brand's key attributes of mastery, authenticity, freedom and adventure, while offering excellent fuel economy, interior flexibility and utility at a great value.

Jeep Patriot's two-box design is built for maximum cargo volume, rugged driving conditions and excellent utility. Patriot's face is classic Jeep, featuring the brand's signature seven-slot grille, a clamshell hood, a robust bumper and round headlamps. The body color fascia is neatly integrated with the grille for a high-quality appearance. Limited models add a bright fascia overlay.

Fascia-mounted round fog lamps, (available on Patriot Sport models and standard on Patriot Limited models), improve visibility in bad weather. A separate park and turn signal lamp wraps around the corner of the Patriot's body. With their simple round and rectangular geometric shapes, these features are timeless and functional.

A stiff windshield and upright backlight combine to create Patriot's easily identifiable side view. A black roof molding channels water over the Patriot's roof and provides a smooth fit and finish. Patriot also features a standard roof rack with available cross bars for carrying extra gear. The rack is black on Patriot Sport models and bright on Limited models. Jeep Patriot Limited models feature a body-color bodyside molding. Additional Jeep design cues that complement the classic boxy side view include trapezoidal wheel openings and available all-terrain tires. Jeep Patriot's high beltline completes the vehicle's protective side profile.

From the rear, the Jeep Patriot features an upright backlight and a bold bumper. Integrated into the liftgate header is a six Light-emitting Diode (LED) Center High-mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) and washer nozzle. Patriot's modular tail lamps are tall and set at far corners of the vehicle in classic Jeep style for improved visibility. The Patriot name is inscribed in the rear fascia and complemented with a Jeep badge, which is located on the light bar in the center of the vehicle. A black step pad with a non-skid surface enhances the functionality customers expect from a Jeep. Four doors and a rear liftgate provide easy access to this compact SÚV's spacious and functional interior.

Exterior design elements on Jeep Patriot models equipped with the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package include tow hooks and skid plates, necessary for off-roading. Two tow hooks are securely mounted in the front, and one tow hook is securely mounted to the left side of the rear fascia.

Jeep Patriot rides on a 103.7-inch wheelbase with a 59.8-inch wide track. The wheel placement enhances vehicle stability, vehicle dynamics and ride quality. Large wheel openings accommodate 16-inch steel wheels with all-season touring tires or available 17-inch aluminum wheels and OWL all-terrain tires housed inside signature Jeep trapezoidal wheel openings. Patriot's large wheels, 27- to 28-inch outer diameter tires and suspension design contribute to 9 inches of ground clearance on Trail Rated models equipped with the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package. The low-profile design of the rear suspension also maximizes rear seat and cargo room.

ENGINEERING

Powertrain
The 2008 Jeep Patriot's powertrain delivers world-class performance, fuel economy and refinement. Patriot features a standard 2.4-liter World Engine with dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT), which helps optimize the torque curve at all speeds. Patriot's World Engine produces more power, better fuel economy and a smoother, quieter ride than engines without dual VVT. Dual VVT is a technology typically not available on vehicles sold in the Únited States in the Patriot's price class. Performance objectives are targeted to match the best in the segment. The 2.4-liter engine coupled with a five-speed manual transaxle provides 172 horsepower (128 kW) and 165 lb.-ft. (222 N•m) of torque and delivers 23 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. A 2.0-liter four-cylinder World Engine also is available on front-wheel-drive Jeep Patriot Sport models and achieves 23 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

Jeep Patriot features a standard five-speed manual transaxle and an available Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2). CVT2 is a second-generation CVT that Chrysler Group engineers calibrated for pleasing engine response and precise ratio control. CVT2 contributes to a fuel economy improvement of 6–8 percent compared with a traditional four-speed automatic transaxle. Patriot also is the first Jeep vehicle to offer a CVT2 with integral low-ratio (CVT2L). The CVT2L's effective first gear in low ratio is 19:1, which provides the torque necessary for crawling over moderate rocks and logs and other off-road events.

4x4 Systems
Jeep Patriot is available in three drivetrain configurations: the standard front-wheel-drive system, which provides excellent ride and handling combined with best-in-class fuel efficiency, the Freedom Drive I 4x4 system and the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package.

Freedom Drive I is an available full-time, active 4x4 system with Lock mode designed to give drivers year-round assurance for the ability to handle rough weather and low-traction conditions. This active four-wheel-drive system is recommended for daily use, including slick conditions that come with rain and light snow. Freedom Drive I features a lockable center coupling, giving drivers the ability to put the Jeep Patriot in four-wheel-drive Lock mode to handle deep snow, sand and other low-traction surfaces.

To activate the Jeep Patriot's Freedom Drive I Lock mode, the driver pulls up on the chrome T-handle. This Lock mode ensures that the ECC sends the maximum amount of torque to the rear axle (up to 60 percent) for improved traction.

The Freedom Drive II Off-road Package is an available four-wheel-drive system that makes the Jeep Patriot a Trail Rated 4x4, creating the most capable vehicle in the crowded compact SÚV class. The Freedom Drive II Off-road Package includes CVT2L, 17-inch all-terrain OWL tires and aluminum wheels, a full-size spare tire, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps and manual driver seat height adjuster.

The Jeep Patriot's Freedom Drive II Off-road Package is available on both Sport and Limited models. This all-new Jeep technology includes the CVT2L's best-in-class 19:1 low ratio, which is ideal for crawling over obstacles. Off-road Brake Traction Control maintains forward movement during heavy articulation or on split-friction surfaces where one wheel loses traction. Hill-descent Control modulates brake hydraulic pressure without driver intervention, providing downhill assistance at a safe and controlled rate of speed. Brake lock differentials improve the Patriot's mobility by applying brake force to the driven wheel that is spinning faster than the mate on the same axle. This provides an equal amount of torque for each wheel, thereby providing torque to the wheel with the most traction. This helps when crawling over obstacles, during heavy articulation activity, or when the driver encounters split-friction surfaces or off-road driving conditions.

Trail Rated Jeep Patriot models also include a heavy-duty cooling module, a full-size spare tire, skid plates (that protect critical components like the engine, transaxle or fuel tank during off-road driving), and tow hooks designed to get even the best off-roaders out of a tight spot. Standard three-mode ESP and off-road ABS also add to the Patriot's inherent off-road capability.

Drivers can select four-wheel Lock mode on Jeep Patriots with the Freedom Drive I and the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package by pulling up once on the T-shaped off-road handle in the center console. Once the off-road handle is pulled, an amber '4WD Lock' message in the cluster lights up to confirm the system is on.

When in Off-road Mode with the 4WD Lock engaged and the shifter in the 'L' or low ratio position, the following conditions are engaged automatically for optimal capability and performance on Jeep Patriot Trail Rated models equipped with the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package:

• CVT2L provides an overall first gear ratio of 19:1 for crawling over obstacles until the vehicle approaches a speed of 10 mph or more, when it ratios up to maintain speed

• Engine/transmission calibration is optimized for off-road driving

• Off-road ABS calibration is activated (as on non-Trail Rated vehicles)

• Traction Control reverts to brake lock differentials to help maintain forward mobility during heavy articulation or on split-friction surfaces when one wheel loses traction

• Hill-descent Control, a first for Jeep, modulates the brake hydraulic pressure without driver intervention to provide downhill assistance at a safe and controlled rate of speed. This feature uses grade-sensing logic to determine if the vehicle is descending a hill or traveling on level ground

• A green icon showing a vehicle descending a hill appears in the cluster when the Off-road Mode is activated and CVT2L is in Low or Reverse

TRAIL RATED
Jeep Patriot Trail Rated models are designed and tested to perform in a variety of off-road conditions defined by five key consumer-oriented performance categories. These include traction, ground clearance, articulation, maneuverability and water fording, as well as measurements that demonstrate the engine and transmission continue to self-lubricate, while the vehicle is traveling on a side slope or a on a fore/aft grade, for consistent performance and capability. The testing for these performance criteria is performed through a combination of physical testing and virtual modeling.

The Trail Rated Jeep Patriot sits 1 inch higher than non-Trail Rated versions and meets Jeep off-road capability requirements for traction, water fording, articulation, maneuverability and ground clearance. Jeep Patriot features standard 16-inch styled steel wheels and all-season tires. Available 17-inch wheels and OWL tires contribute to the Trail Rated Patriot's 9 inches of ground clearance, 29.6-degree approach angle, 34.2-degree departure angle and 23.3-degree breakover angle. Trail Rated Jeep Patriot models also have additional body sealing and high-mounted drivetrain vents to support 19-inch water fording capability. The Jeep Patriot's body and chassis were developed and tested over numerous rugged off-road terrains to meet the requirements of the enthusiast Jeep customer. The Trail Rated badge communicates to the customer that Jeep Patriot 4x4 with the Freedom Drive II Off-road Package delivers authentic 4x4 capability.

PRODÚCT HIGHLIGHTS

• Rugged, classic Jeep styling at an affordable entry-level price. Immediately recognizable as a Jeep, Patriot expands the brand by providing a new entry-level price point for the Jeep brand

• More capability than any other vehicle in the compact SÚV class – best-in-class 4x4 off-road capability (Trail Rated when equipped with Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package, features include: low-range mode generating best-in-class 19:1 crawl ratio, brake traction control, hill-descent control and 19 inch water fording capability)

• Confidence, safety, value – excellent fuel economy, along with standard ESP, brake traction control, ABS, side-curtain airbags, Electronic Roll Mitigation and Brake Assist

Fun, cool innovations abound:
• Flexible 60/40 split, fold-flat rear seats with available recline feature

• Available front passenger seat that folds forward to create a table-like surface for versatility

• Available 115-volt power outlet in the center console that can power small electronics

• Standard Últra Floor™ durable vinyl load floor is both removable and washable

• An available dual purpose, self-recharging Light-emitting Diode (LED) removable interior cargo lamp mounted in the headliner above the cargo area can snap out of the bezel to serve as a flashlight

• Available navigation system uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite technology and an onboard computer to direct drivers to their destination. The system offers turn-by-turn route guidance with voice instruction, automatic reroute calculation and enough memory to store 100 personal addresses. Únit includes a geographic DVD with routing directions for the entire mapped Únited States and parts of Canada (Limited model only)
Available Premium Sound Group with subwoofer includes two articulating speakers packaged in the liftgate. When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down to face rearward for tailgating and other activities

• Auxiliary audio input jack on standard radio for MP3 connectivity

• Sliding center armrest that moves forward 3 inches to accommodate shorter drivers. The armrest lid includes a unique flip pocket for storing a cell phone or an MP3 player

• YES Essentials stain-resistant, odor-resistant, anti-static seat fabric

• Available heated cloth or leather seats

• Available all-season floor mats on Sport model and standard luxury carpeted floor mats on Limited model

MODEL LINEÚP

Jeep Patriot Sport

Standard Features

• Front-wheel drive

• 2.4-liter World Engine with dual variable valve timing (VVT) (172 horsepower 128 kW and 165 lb.-ft. 223 N•m of torque)

• Five-speed manual transaxle

• Side-curtain air bags

• ESP

• Brake traction control

• Electronic Roll Mitigation

• Anti-lock front disc/rear drum brakes (4x2 Sport model only) TPM display

• Air conditioning

• AM/FM single-disc CD radio with auxiliary audio input jack and MP3 play capability

• Sentry Key® engine immobilizer system

• Vinyl Tech™ seats

• 60/40 fold-flat rear seats

• Últra Floor™ vinyl load floor

• Outdoor temperature display

• Silver interior bezels and door arm rests

• Rear window defroster

• Variable intermittent windshield wipers

• 12-volt power outlet

• Manual windows, locks and fold-away mirrors

• Tilt steering wheel

• Dome and cargo lights

• Rear window defroster

• Center console sliding armrest that moves forward 3 inches to accommodate shorter drivers. The armrest lid features a unique flip pocket for storing a cell phone or an MP3 player

• Body-color grille

• Body-color fascias

• Black door handles

• Accent-color liftgate appliqué

• Black side roof rails

• 16-inch styled steel wheels and all-season tires

• Optional Features

Optional features on Jeep Patriot Sport include:

• Second-generation CVT2 with Auto Stick

• 2.0-liter World Engine (158 horsepower 117 kW and 141 lb.-ft. 191 N•m of torque) coupled with CVT2 with Auto Stick (available on 4x2 Patriot Sport only)

• Freedom Drive I 4x4 system

• Freedom Drive II Off-road Package (which includes CVT2L with low-ratio capability, a full-size spare tire, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps, full-size spare tire, 17-inch aluminum wheels with OWL tires, cabin air filtration system and manual seat height adjuster)

• Supplemental front-seat-mounted side air bags (in addition to standard side-curtain air bags)

• Four-wheel disc ABS

Special Equipment Group 'E,' which includes:
• YES Essentials seat fabric

• Speed control

• 115-volt power outlet in the center console

• Removable/rechargeable LED flashlight

• Flexible 60/40 rear seats that fold flat and recline

• Deep-tinted sunscreen glass

• Manual driver seat height adjuster

• Fold-flat passenger seat

• Driver one-touch power windows, power locks and power mirrors

• Remote keyless entry

• Illuminated entry

• Map reading lamps

• Passenger assist handles

• All-season floor mats

In addition to the optional features on the Jeep Patriot Sport, the following options also are available on the Jeep Patriot Sport with the Special Equipment Group 'E':

• Premium Sound Group with subwoofer (which includes SIRIÚS Satellite Radio, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls and six Boston Acoustics speakers with subwoofer and two articulating speakers packaged in the liftgate. When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down from the trim panel to face rearward for tailgating and other activities)

• Security and Convenience Group (which includes automatic-dimming rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, TPM display, EVIC, soft-tonneau cover and security alarm)

• Trailer Tow Prep Group (which includes engine oil cooler, trailer tow wiring harness and full-size spare tire)

• Heated cloth seats

• Power express open/close sun roof

• AM/FM six-disc CD radio with MP3 CD play capability

• Engine block heater

• Tire and Wheel Group (which includes 17-inch aluminum wheels and OWL All-terrain Tires)

• Jeep Patriot Limited

Standard Features
In addition to the standard features on the Jeep Patriot Sport model and Sport model equipped with the Special Equipment Group 'E,' the Jeep Patriot Limited model features:

• Premium leather-trimmed bucket seats

• Heated leather front seats

• Driver's seat manual lumbar adjuster

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls

• Automatic-dimming rearview mirror

• Úniversal garage door opener

• TPM display

• EVIC

• Bright side roof rails

• Body-color fascias with bright silver appliqués

• Body-color bodyside moldings

• Fog lamps

• 17-inch aluminum wheels and all-season tires

Optional Features
Beyond the options offered on the Jeep Patriot Sport and the Jeep Patriot Sport with the Special Equipment Group 'E,' additional options on the Limited model include:

Navigation system
Security and Convenience Group adds ÚConnect hands-free communication system to automatic-dimming rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, TPM display, EVIC, soft-tonneau cover and security alarm
SAFETY AND SECÚRITY

Please refer to the safety glossary for descriptions of the following available features:

• Advanced Multi-stage Air Bags

• All-speed Traction Control

• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Brake Traction Control

• Auto-reverse Sun Roof

• BeltAlert (Driver Side)

• Brake Assist

• Brake/Park Interlock

• Child-protection Rear Door Locks

• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)

• Constant Force Retractors (CFR)

• Cross Car Impact Beam

• Dual-phase Steel Rails and Tunnel Reinforcements

• Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)

• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

• Energy-absorbing Steering Column

• Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)

• Head Restraints

• Height-adjustable Seat Belts

• HomeLink Úniversal Home Security System Transceiver

• Interior Head-impact Protection

• Knee Bolsters

• Remote Keyless Entry with Illuminated Entry

• Removable/Rechargeable LED Flashlight

• Structural Safety Cage

• Seat-belt Pretensioners

• Sentry Key® Engine Immobilizer

• Side Guard Door Beams in Front and Rear Doors

• Side Occupant Protection System

• Supplemental Seat-mounted Side Air Bags

• Supplemental Side-curtain Air Bags

• Three-point Lap and Shoulder Seat Belts

• TPM with Individual Tire Displays

• TPM Warning Lamp

• ÚConnect Hands-free Communication system

COLOR AVAILABILITY

• Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat (New)

• Surf Blue Pearl Coat (New)

• Sunburst Orange Pearl Coat (New)

• Jeep Green Metallic Clear Coat

• Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat

• Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat

• Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat

• Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat

• Stone White Clear Coat

Source - Jeep