Car "Jeep Renegade": owner reviews, specifications and features

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

"Jeep Renegade", the reviews of the owners of which we will consider further, is a compact SUV (crossover). Oddly enough, it does not quite fit into the standards of the American automotive industry in this class. Translated from English, Renegade is "apostate", "traitor". This fully characterizes the parameters of the car in question, including its parameters and appearance. Let's study the features of the SUV and the feedback about it.

Presentation

The Renegade Jeep, reviewed below, was introduced at the Geneva Show (2014). The model was positioned as an atypical variant of SUVs, the concept of which has an identical characteristic, according to the direction of the manufacturer in terms of its own vision of creating an appearance andinterior.

Some experts note that such an interpretation of the name was a kind of vengeful move by American marketers, who assessed the role of Fiat in the joint project as paramount. It is assumed that the further fate of the car in question will completely pass into the hands of Italian manufacturers. The possibility of producing the car in question on the domestic market has not yet been fully determined. The sellers were going to time the sale of the SUV to coincide with the autumn season of 2014. According to estimates, the model range will include equipment that will be exported to 100 countries around the world. The price of the model depends on many factors, not particularly disclosed to a wide audience.

Exterior

As confirmed by the reviews of the owners, the Jeep Renegade, despite its compact dimensions, looks quite presentable and aggressive. As proof, just look at the photo of this handsome man.

The style of the car is recognizable as a clear American spirit of SUVs, typical for this country. In the design of the exterior of the car, features are visible, the image of which corresponds to most Western crossovers. The main platform of the car in question was borrowed from Fiat. The engine device is of a transverse type, the standard drive is in the front version. The power unit of the car is connected in a way that the future owner chooses.

Features

Review and feedback from Jeep Renegade owners confirm the fact that amongof the main parameters, the following points are highlighted:

• Body type - station wagon with five doors.
• Length/width/height - 4, 23/1, 8/1, 66 m.
• Wheel base - 2.57 m.
• Clearance - 17.5 cm.
• Curb weight - 1, 39/1, 55 t.
• Modifications - WD (1, 4/1, 6/2, 4).
• The power unit is a gasoline engine with distributor injection and turbine supercharging.
• Cylinder arrangement - four-row arrangement.
• Displacement - 1598/1368/2360 cubic centimeters.
• Number of valves - 16 pieces
• Power to the maximum - 110/140/175 horsepower.
• RPM - 1750/2500/4800 rpm.
• Transmission - five-speed manual or automatic for 6 and 9 ranges.
• Speed threshold - 177/196 km/h.
• Average fuel consumption is 6.9/9.4 liters per 100 km.
• Acceleration to hundreds - 8, 8/11, 8 seconds.
• Fuel tank capacity - 48 l.

Description

"Jeep Renegade" (owner reviews confirm this) has compact dimensions and low ground clearance for an SUV. Nevertheless, there is the possibility of ordering a special version, which is characterized by improved cross-country ability and increased technical characteristics. On this version, the clearance is already 22 centimeters.

This modification dramatically increases the ability to overcome obstacles: the angle of entry is 30.5 degrees, the ramp angle is 27. At the same time, the depth of overcoming water obstaclesrises to 48 centimeters. As Jeep Renegade owners testify, the updated version features a new type of rims and the location of external transport hooks.

The front part of the body is decorated with light elements of a rounded shape, as well as a false radiator grill, characteristic of most SUVs of this type, equipped with seven vertical cuts. Additional expressiveness of the exterior is given by a chrome frame and a plastic bumper with fog lights.

Jeep Renegade: owner reviews

As users note, the outer lines of the body of the car in question are strict and slightly curved in an arc, closer to the elements of the hood. The wheel arches are traditionally distributed to the sides, the roof surface is even and smooth. The rear of the body of the car is slightly compressed, which adds originality to the SUV, focusing on the smallest details.

Behind "Renegade" has a view indicating the intention of the designers to make the car more presentable and "adult". This worked out well for them. The massiveness of the body part is given by a non-standard transition from the wheel arches to the luggage compartment, the door of which is equipped with the simplest possible configuration. It is visually noticeable that the manufacturers of the SUV in question have tried carefully to develop the exterior, complementing the futuristic image of the car with original red ceiling lamps that serve to indicate the dimensions. They have X-shaped inserts of white color. All extern althe charm is highlighted by the unique black plastic bumper.

What's inside?

Review and reviews of the Jeep Renegade will continue to study the internal equipment of the car. The quality indicator of interior design bypasses its closest competitors of European and Asian production, including Kia, Renault, Nissan and others. The useful volume of the cabin is 3356 liters. The trunk itself holds 350 liters in its normal state and twice as much when folded. If necessary, the front passenger seat can be lowered, freeing up additional space, which allows you to transport long items.

Side support and seat heating are available as an additional feature. The interior decoration is made in accordance with the best traditions for which the manufacturer in question is famous. Fashionable inserts are available, comparable in color to the body. All elements are in perfect harmony with the overall interior. As confirmed by the reviews of the owners, the Jeep Renegade 1.6 is equipped with an informative and unique instrument panel. It is equipped with a seven-inch multifunctional digital screen.

Other equipment is not much different from the "Fiat" counterpart. There is a full-time Uconnect entertainment system with navigation, an audio player, and the ability to display images from a rear view camera. In addition, it is possible to activate a mobile phone. Safety is provided by 7 airbags, the remaining auxiliary nodesduplicated on all car models.

Other options

All the disadvantages of the "Jeep Renegade" (reviews of the owners testify to this), are leveled by its advantages. As with most SUVs, technical features play a decisive role. With this, the crossover is in perfect order. The vehicle is perfect not only for country trips, but is also operated by residents living in regions with bad roads, as well as lovers of extreme racing. It is worth noting that the SUV is equipped with a MacPherson strut suspension with a travel of 170/205 mm.

Result

The modern exterior and interior, along with high technical performance, have become the main points of ensuring the car's popularity in many countries. The features of the compact crossover are its advantages in a compact design and great opportunities along with the original design.