DecodedCars2013 Jeep Patriot
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD Sport/North/Limited, 4dr SUV FWD Sport/North/Limited
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 23 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 173.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,111–3,274 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 Jeep Patriot is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl) and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 69 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,274 lb (4dr SUV AWD Sport/North/Limited).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), 9% better than the 2013 small SUV average of 23 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2013
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2012 Patriot — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 Patriot →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD Sport/North/Limited | 173.6 in | 69.3 in | 64.6 in | 103.9 in | 59.4 / 59.1 in | 3,274 lb | 56/44 |
| 4dr SUV FWD Sport/North/Limited | 173.6 in | 69.3 in | 64.6 in | 103.9 in | 59.4 / 59.1 in | 3,111 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patriot 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | +9% | $2,700 | 360 |
| Patriot 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 25 | +9% | $2,700 | 349 |
| Patriot 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 27 / 24 | +4% | $2,800 | 368 |
| Patriot 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 27 / 24 | +12% | $2,800 | 366 |
| Patriot 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | 0% | $2,900 | 379 |
| Patriot 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +7% | $2,900 | 391 |
| Patriot 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | -2% | $3,200 | 418 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Similar 2013 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Jeep Patriot (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 Toyota RAV4 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2013 Honda CR-V | 26 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2013 Hyundai Tucson | 25 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 Subaru Forester | 23 MPG | Not rated | 12 |
| 2013 Mazda CX-5 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags · Sep 15, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V668000 · 1,435,625 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
- Fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
Not every 2013 Jeep Patriot is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2013 Jeep Patriot buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 32 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seat Belts — 23 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 20 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 58,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Jeep Patriot. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Patriot years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 59 |
| 2016 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 459 |
| 2015 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 315 |
| 2014 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 513 |
| 2012 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 4 | 268 |
| 2011 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 4 | 254 |
| 2010 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 140 |
| 2009 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 185 |
| 2008 Patriot | 25 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 252 |
| 2007 Patriot | 24 | 173.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 133 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →