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Jeep Patriot Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Jeep Patriot specs.

2008 Jeep Patriot Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 4dr SUV
Wheelbase 103.7 in
Length 173.6 in
Width 69.1 in
Height 64.4 in
Curb Weight 3190 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.0 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.4 in
Total Legroom 80 in (over 2 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.0 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Jeep Patriot

2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review
2007 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Knee room and seat comfort is good for this type of vehicle and this price see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review
 

2008 Jeep Patriot 4-door SUV Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim Sport Limited
Standard Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@6000
165 lb-ft@4400
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@6000
165 lb-ft@4400
Optional Engine(s) 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6400
141 lb-ft@5000
 
Standard Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Optional Transmission(s)CVTCVT
 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT6-speed manually-shiftable CVT
Standard DrivetrainFWDFWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)AWDAWD
 AWD w/low rangeAWD w/low range
Standard Tires205/70R16 tires215/60R17 tires
Optional Tires215/65R17 tires215/65R17 tires

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Jeep Patriot

2008 Jeep Patriot Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
CVT AWD w/low range
The off-road capability with the FreedonDriveII transmission/drivetrain see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Great in urban snow and ice. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Quite reliable. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
CVT and motor power and performance good and balanced for this size car. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
The 5 speed is fun to drive and the economy is great. The electronic stability program and 4 wheel drive gives the driver peace of mind. see full Jeep Patriot review
2007 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
I need a bit more than AWD to explore in Utah and British Columbia. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 Jeep Patriot Powertrain: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
CVT AWD w/low range
whiny 4-cyl engine; poor standing acceleration see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Needs more low end torque/power. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
No pickup. see full Jeep Patriot review
2007 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Powertrain lacks refinement see full Jeep Patriot review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2008 Jeep Patriot

2008 Jeep Patriot Tires: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Not à Std tire size with 16 inch see full Jeep Patriot review
 

2008 Jeep Patriot MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr SUV Sport 16,485 15,481 580
4dr SUV Limited 21,105 19,686 580

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