Bill Boruff Automotive

 


The 2012 Jeep Patriot 4x4 includes a low-range mode which generates a best-in-class 19:1 crawl ratio, brake traction control, 19-inch water fording capability, Hill Descent Control, 4x4 Lock shift-on-the-fly which sends 50 percent of torque to front and rear wheels, and a maximum tow rating of 2,000 lbs. The 2012 Jeep Patriot has higher spring and damping rates, added rebound springs, and an increased diameter of the rear sway bar; but has the best 4x4 fuel economy in its segment. The engine continues to produce 172 hp and 165 lb-ft of torque, and gas mileage is 22 city, 28 highway (the FWD Sport model has an available 158 hp 2-liter that has 1 mpg better mileage.)
 
Interior enhancements include new soft touch front-door trim panels with a padded upper surface; new center armrest; a new steering wheel with integrated controls that allow the driver to operate the radio, cruise control, phone, and other functions while keeping their hands on the wheel; new cloth interior, with premium cloth bucket seats in the front; standard speed control on all models; new backlighting of door switches, door locks, windows and power mirror controls and standard automatic temperature control on the Latitude X model.

Optional on all models for 2012 is the Uconnect® Voice Command with Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music/radio/SIRIUS satellite radio control.