The 2007 Jeep Patriot Showcasing Classic Jeep Styling in a Modern Way

Everything about the Patriot screams Jeep. Theare added to accentuate the classic boxy side
Patriot with its strong and rugged looks isview such as the trapezoidal wheel openings and
unmistakably Jeep. The Patriot is a compact SUVall-terrain tires. The high beltline that the Patriot
that is designed to attract buyers who wants thepossesses completes the vehicle's protective side
comfort and luxury of an SUV but at the sameprofile.
time loves the classic Jeep styling with itsThe rear of the Jeep Patriot also features an
best-in-class off-road capability.upright backlight and a bold bumper. A six light
Aside from the obviously Jeep features of theemitting diode or LED is integrated into the liftgate
Patriot, it also offers excellent fuel economy plusheader together with the center high-mounted
interior flexibility and utility at a reasonably greatstop lamp (CHMSL) and washer nozzle. The
value. According to Trevor Creed, SeniorPatriot's modular tall tail lamps are set at far
Vice-President-Design, "Simple yet distinctivecorners of the vehicle in a classic Jeep style to
geometric forms and planar surfaces define Jeepenhance visibility. In the rear fascia is where the
Patriot's timeless proportions.----Combined, thesePatriot name is inscribed and complemented with
features give the Jeep Patriot its robust, strong,a Jeep badge placed on the light bar in the center
capable off-road image."of the vehicle. In addition, the black step pad with
Classic Jeep Designa non-skid surface enhances the Patriot's
The box-design of the Jeep Patriot is designed tofunctionality which is what Jeep customers like
hold maximum cargo volume, excellent utility, andabout this brand in the first place. The Patriot's
rugged driving conditions. Creed said, "Patriot'sfour doors and a rear liftgate provide easy
style is classic Jeep; its design focuses onaccess to this compact SUV's roomy and
functionality, simplicity, and capability. Patriot isfunctional interior.
designed to appeal to customers who want aAll of the Jeep Patriot models are equipped with
vehicle that is practical in terms of form andthe Freedom Drive II Off-road Package with tow
function, as well as different from the crowd ofhooks and skid plates needed for an ultimate
compact SUVs currently on the road."off-roading experience. There are two firmly
The face of the Patriot reflects a classic Jeepmounted tow hooks in the front while one tow
with its brand's signature seven-slot grille, a robusthook is mounted to the left side of the rear
bumper, round headlamps, and a clamshell hood.fascia. The Jeep Patriot just like its other siblings is
The body color fascia is carefully integrated withequipped with high quality Jeep components like
the grille for a high-quality Jeep appearance. Therethe Jeep expansion tank that plays a vital part in
are also a couple of models with bright fasciaany Jeep engine. The expansion tank provides
overlay.storage space for the coolant when it expands
The fascia-mounted round fog lights which aretherefore preventing the loss of coolant in the
offered on both Patriot Sport models andengine.
standard on Patriot Limited models helps inThe Patriot is mounted on a 103.7-inch wheelbase
improving visibility especially during bad weather.with a 59.8 inch wide track. Its wheel placement
The Patriot is also equipped with a separate parkenhances vehicle stability, dynamics, and quality.
and turn signal lamp that is wrapped around itsThe large wheel openings accommodate 16-inch
corner. The simple and rectangular shapes thatsteel wheels with all the season touring tires, 17
the Patriot and prominent in Jeep vehicles isinch aluminum wheels and OWL all-terrain tires
timeless and functional.contained inside a signature Jeep trapezoidal wheel
A stiff windshield and upright backlight combinesopenings. The remarkable 9 inches of ground
to give the Patriot a distinct look. The black roofclearance that the Patriot Trail Rated models
molding channels water over the Patriot's roofpossess is made possible by the Patriot's large
provides this compact SUV with a smooth fit andwheels which measured 27 to 28 inch outer
finish. The standard roof rack of the Patriot givesdiameter tires and suspension design.
it the extra room for carrying additional gears.All of the 2007 Jeep Patriot models are available in
The Patriot is equipped with black racks while theGreen Metallic Clear Coat, Inferno Red Crystal
Limited models are provided with bright coloredPearl Coat, Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat, Marine
racks. The Limited Patriot models were alsoBlue Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat,
provided with a body-color bodyside molding.Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat, Stone White Clear
There are also additional Jeep design cues thatCoat and Black Clear Coat.