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2016 Jeep Renegade

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

Class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles: Sport/Latitude/Limited 4X4, Sport/Latitude/Limited FWD, Trailhawk 4X4
Engines: 1.4L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Premium Gasoline, FFV, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best): 27 combined · 24 city / 31 hwy
Length: 166.9 in
Curb weight: 3,025–3,490 lb
NHTSA rating: ★★★★★
Recalls: 1 campaign

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 27 MPG combined — 17% better than the average 2016 small SUV (23 MPG).
AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 23% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Many owner complaints431 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 134 for similar models — most often about the engine.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 11 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2016 Jeep Renegade is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.4L 4-cyl turbo and 2.4L 4-cyl) and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 167 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 101-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,190 lb (Sport/Latitude/Limited 4X4).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 31 highway), 17% better than the 2016 small SUV average of 23 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 431 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

What changed for 2016

Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 4 stars overall

Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Renegade →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
Sport/Latitude/Limited 4X4	166.9 in	71.3 in	65.7 in	101.2 in	60.6 / 60.6 in	3,190 lb	60/40
Sport/Latitude/Limited FWD	166.9 in	71.3 in	65.7 in	101.2 in	60.6 / 60.6 in	3,025 lb	60/40
Trailhawk 4X4	166.9 in	71.3 in	66.9 in	101.2 in	60.6 / 60.6 in	3,490 lb	60/40

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
Renegade 4WD	1.4L 4-cyl turbo	Manual 6-spd	All-Wheel Drive	24 / 31 / 27	+17%	$3,050	334
Renegade 2WD	1.4L 4-cyl turbo	Manual 6-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	24 / 31 / 26	+6%	$3,150	336
Renegade 2WD FFV	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic 9-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	22 / 30 / 25	+2%	$2,700	357
Renegade 4WD	2.4L 4-cyl	Automatic 9-spd	All-Wheel Drive	21 / 29 / 24	+4%	$2,800	371

6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

6/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $1,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

23 MPG2016 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

Version	Overall	Frontal	Driver / passenger	Side	Side pole	Rollover	Rollover risk
2016 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD	★★★★★	★★★★★	4★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	23%
2016 Jeep Renegade SUV 2WD	★★★★★	★★★★★	4★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	18%

StandardElectronic stability control

OptionalForward collision warning

Not availableLane departure warning

Frontal crash test — 2016 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Side crash test — 2016 Jeep Renegade SUV 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2016 small SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2016 Jeep Renegade (this car)	27 MPG	★★★★★	1
2016 Hyundai Tucson	28 MPG	★★★★★	5
2016 Honda HR-V	31 MPG	★★★★★	2
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan	23 MPG	★★★★★	2
2016 Kia Sportage	23 MPG	★★★★★	2
2016 Jeep Compass	25 MPG	Not rated	1
2016 Subaru Crosstrek	31 MPG	★★★★★	1

Recalls (1)

Trailer Hitches · Jul 20, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V545000 · 8,581 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
Risk: Without the proper amount of fasteners, the trailer hitch assembly may separate from the vehicle, and any towed vehicle may no longer be properly connected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S62.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2016 Jeep Renegade is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

431Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

9Involved a crash

10Involved a fire

15Injuries reported

36,119 miTypical mileage at failure

Engine174

Electrical System116

Unknown Or Other76

Power Train74

Vehicle Speed Control29

Fuel/Propulsion System26

Exterior Lighting26

Service Brakes23

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2016 Jeep Renegade buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Engine — 174 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
Electrical System — 116 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Power Train — 74 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 36,119 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 2016 Jeep Renegade. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Renegade years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2023 Renegade	26	166.9 in	★★★★★	2	20
2022 Renegade	27	166.9 in	★★★★★	2	27
2021 Renegade	27	166.9 in	★★★★★	2	67
2020 Renegade	27	166.9 in	★★★★★	3	63
2019 Renegade	27	166.9 in	Not rated	4	80
2018 Renegade	26	166.9 in	★★★★★	2	444
2017 Renegade	26	166.9 in	★★★★★	3	566
2015 Renegade	27	166.9 in	Not rated	3	512

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →