Jeep Patriot (2007 - 2011) 2.0 CRD Limited 5d (2008/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I have more money than sense. (Most people think it's a gas guzzler!)
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it. Most thought it would cost a fortune to run until they hear about the VW engine under the hood!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Very Likely. It ticks so many boxes.
What are you likely to buy next?
Possibly a jeep, really depends on the price of fuel!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£17,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not really. Trade in for my T5 was fairly low for a top of the range car (had TV etc)
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Fuel Economy. Although it's a jeep, the VW engine returns 42mpg! My previous car was a Volvo T5, which only did 25 on a good day. With the price of fuel, it was an easy decision!
What was the dealer like?
Fantastic. Very Very helpful. Have been back since for a service and on collecting the car it was like I was picking up the car for the first time. Wonderful attention to detail.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Drives well. You're not going to win an F1 race with it, but if thats the car you want, this probably isn't the model for you!
What's it like to park?
Simplicity itself.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nope. Runs perfect.
What's most practical about your car?
The Fuel economy. Plus it's not too large, but has plenty of space for me, the missus and our dog!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I got a fairly good spec model, with the additional sun roof. But I have to say, it's got to be the iPod connection I had fitted aftersales. Excellent.
