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What owners say
Overview
Owner sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, with a strong consensus that the Patriot is an unreliable vehicle prone to frequent, costly repairs. The primary driver of this reputation is the failure-prone JATCO CVT transmission used in many models, particularly from 2007-2014, whi
Best version
2014 or newer models equipped with the 6-speed automatic transmission (reportedly sourced from Hyundai) or a manual transmission. These are specifically cited as avoiding the notorious JATCO CVT. The 2.4L engine paired with this 6-speed aut
Specifications
Generation
Version
2.4 i 16V 4WD (174 Hp)
From 2007-2016
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