Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 101.2 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 159.3 in | 14.3 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 67.7 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 57.3 in | 7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3190 lb. | 2483 lb. | 707 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 11.4 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.1 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 52.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.8 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.6 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.1 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 51.2 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 31.1 in | 8.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.2 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lots of legroom see full Jeep Patriot review |
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 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 |
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 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 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 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 FWD |
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable 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 |
2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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