Is the 2.4 L engine in a Jeep Patriot a good engine?

Engine: The Patriot comes with either 158-hp 2.0L or 172-hp 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder DOHC, known as World Gas Engines. The 2.0L is only available in front-wheel drive models. Both engines are not very quiet, but mostly trouble-free. In our view, the 2.4L is a better choice.

Does a 2013 Jeep Patriot have a CVT transmission?

When equipped with standard front-wheel drive, the 2013 Jeep Patriot Sport and Latitude are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 158 horsepower and 141 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is optional.

When did Jeep Patriot stop using CVT transmission?

2014
The Jeep Patriot underwent many changes in trims or models for the 2014 model year; however, 2014 was the first model year that Freedom Drive 1 Patriots came with a Hyundai 6-speed automatic transmission instead of the CVT.

Do Jeep Patriots have a lot of problems?

Some of the seals along with the windows, roof, sunroof, and so on could fail over time, causing water to leak into the cabin. Those two – the gearbox and leaking – are the most commonly reported issues for the Patriot. That said, there are other small niggles that continue to plague owners of the Patriot.

Are Jeep Patriot sports reliable?

The Jeep Patriot Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 15th out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $596 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are not common for the Patriot.

How long do Jeep CVT transmissions last?

CVT transmissions last just as long as a traditional automatic transmission and are designed to last the full life of the vehicle. The typical CVT has a life expectancy of at least 100,000 miles.

What CVT transmission is in the 2013 Jeep Patriot?

Jeep’s continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT2) with AutoStick is standard on Limited and optional on Sport and Latitude versions of the Patriot. The Patriot offers two 4×4 systems.

Is the Jeep Patriot CVT transmission reliable?

Despite its unexceptional resale value, the Jeep Patriot has an above-average reliability rating, according to RepairPal.com. Major Jeep Patriot repairs are uncommon, and the frequency of visits to repair shops is 0.3 times a year, which is average.

Should you avoid CVT transmission?

Aside from some legitimate failures, CVTs gained a bad reputation early on because they offer a different sensation than traditional fixed gear ratio transmissions. They are smoother and don’t provide the “shifting” feeling we had all become accustomed to. New is scary, and sometimes it makes a driver react negatively.

How much does it cost to fix a CVT transmission?

between $3500 and $8000
The average cost to repair a CVT transmission ranges between $3500 and $8000. The price varies by the make and model of the vehicle; Nissan and Honda CVTs tend to be on the lower-priced end while Subaru’s CVTs are toward the higher end. It is more expensive to fix a CVT vs.