Jeep Patriot EV made its debut today at the Detroit Auto Show, next to the Dodge Circuit EV. The Jeep Patriot EV combines the electric-drive components of an Electric Vehicle with a small gasoline engine and integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive system when needed.
The Jeep Patriot EV uses an electric-drive motor, advanced lithium-ion battery system and a small gasoline engine with an integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive system when needed. Range-extended Electric Vehicles provide customers a no-compromise means of dramatically reducing their gasoline use and carbon footprint. The Jeep Patriot EV has a range of 400 miles, including 40 miles of zero fuel-consumption, zero-emissions, all-electric operation.
Built on the newest Jeep Patriot Limited model, the Jeep Patriot Back Country concept, created by Mopar will make its world debut at the Paris Auto Show.
On the exterior, the concept features a Roof Top Cargo Basket, a blackened B-pillar“BACK COUNTRY EDITION” badge on the driver and front passenger doors, a platinum chrome light bar, 18-inch wheels and tires.
At the interior Mopar added a variety of textures and materials not typically found in production vehicles and sleek colors of Dark Slate Gray, Optic Green and satin chrome.
Jeep revealed today details on the 2009 Patriot upgrades. The biggest news for this little Jeep is the interior revision that promises to give a much-needed quality look.
For 2009, Jeep Patriot features an all-new redesigned instrument panel, center console with split lid for added storage space and door trim panels. The all-new instrument panel features a smoother look while chrome accents brighten the new round heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) vents, shift bezel, door spears and cluster rings.
The all-new center console and door trim panels feature padded armrests for added comfort. New LED-illuminated cup holders make it easier to place beverages in the right spot at night.
All 2009 Jeep Patriot models include standard brake traction control, driver-controlled three-mode ESP, Brake Assist, Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with rough-road detection.
Unveiled back in September, the 2008 Startech Jeep Patriot is now available in the UK. Jeep offers a new body kit for its well-known Patriot but also new suspension kit and 20” alloy wheels. The new tuning kit consists in a Startech chrome grille, new front bumper, side sills, re-designed rear bumper, exhaust tailpipe cover and Startech logo for the rear of the vehicle.
The interior also receives some customization like the chrome loudspeaker rings, gear knob, illuminated entrance panels and aluminium pedal pads. In order to improve engine’s performances, Startech offers the PowerXtra Performance Module which increases the power with 40 hp. Press release after the jump!
RGVA, the UK’s leading vehicle branding company, are today launching the Limited Edition Led Zeppelin Jeep Patriot. Just seven of these exclusive 4x4s will ever be sold, each boasting a full range of refined extras, as well as stunning graphics that pay a wonderful tribute to one of the most highly regarded and documented bands. To celebrate taking ownership of these remarkable pieces of history, RGVA are also providing 2 VIP TICKETS to see Led Zeppelin live at the O2 on Monday 10/12/07. The tickets will include a champagne reception and access to the after-show party at the O2 to complete the package.
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If you intend to buy a car, but you don’t have enough money for an Enzo or a Veyron, then you should know that you can buy really nice car under $18.000. Is true you won’t be able to run with 200 mph, but is good to know which are the best car to buy in your budget.
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Chrysler Group’s Belvidere (Ill.) Assembly Plant is now manufacturing the company’s tenth all- new vehicle for the 2006 calendar year, the all-new 2007 Jeep Patriot. The plant was extensively retooled in 2005 and has since become a flagship for Chrysler Group’s adoption of flexible manufacturing, which allows the company to bring its new vehicles to market more quickly and the Belvidere Assembly Plant to manufacture multiple products on one assembly line. Production of the all-new 2007 (... > Full story
Jeep releases the price for tje new Jeep Patriot, prices start at under $15K, and goes up to just over $22K, there is a Jeep for all pockets
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Chrysler Group today announced that the U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for its all-new 2007 Jeep Patriot is $14,985 (including $560 destination). The Jeep Patriot is a classic-styled Jeep that delivers best-in-class capability, 30 miles per gallon (mpg) fuel economy, safety and interior flexibility.
"With Patriot, Jeep continues to expand globally by offering a fun-to-drive, fuel-efficient and affordably priced Jeep vehicle designed to appeal to youthful (... > Full story
Trail-rated and designed to maximize the capability of the most off-road worthy vehicle in its class. Custom suspension lift raises the suspension 2.5 inches over stock-ride height and provides over 11 inches of ground clearance – to make way for the 31-inch BFG Mud Terrain tires on 16-inch Jeep Moab rims supplied by Prime Wheel.
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