2021 Jeep Renegade

Engine Type The entry-level Sport and Latitude models make use of the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, which spits out 180 horsepower with 175 lb-ft of torque. The higher-tier Trailhawk and Limited trims are powered by a 1.3-liter 4-cylinder, that gives out 170 horsepower with 210 1b-ft of torque; This engine is optional for the Latitude. Front-wheel-drive (FWD) is standard on the first two trims, while four-wheel-drive (4WD) serves as an option. The latter is standard on the Limited and Trailhawk models. A nine-speed automatic is standard across all Renegades. Moreover, though many Renegade drivers may not do much hauling, 4WD’s have the ability to tow up to 2,000 pounds.

Selec-Terrain A spotlighting driving feature of the highly developed Select-Terrain 4WD system gives Renegade drivers the choice of five settings: Auto, Snow, Sand, Mud, and Rock (only in Trailhawk). Additionally, the superior Trailhawk model further enhances its driving quality with hill descent control and a 20:1 rock crawl ratio.

Exterior Features The 2021 Jeep Renegade keeps its classic boxy but curved style, as well as other familiarities like round headlights, black grille with chrome accents, and its black front and rear bumpers. Not to mention, the Latitude and Trailhawk trims have an available dual-panoramic sunroof. This year’s color palette includes Alpine White Clearcoat, Bikini Metallic Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat, Colorado Red Clearcoat, Glacier Metallic Clearcoat, Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat, Jetset Blue Clearcoat, Omaha Orange Clearcoat, Slate Blue Pearlcoat, Sting-Gray Clearcoat, and Technogreen Metallic Clearcoat.

Interior Features Inward, the two rows make up seating for up to five passengers. The driver has a good field of range thanks to their high seating position and outward vision. For storage, the trunk has 18.5 cubic feet with the rear seats up and 50.8 cubic feet when the seats are down. Accenting features include 60/40 split-folding rear seats, adjustable cargo floor, heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic temperature control, and heated exterior mirrors. Interior colors include Black and Black/Ski Gray.

Entertainment Some fun-filled features that all Renegade models embrace are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which comes along with the 7-inch UConnect touchscreen. Other cool features include SiriusXM Satellite Radio, remote start, and a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot that covers up to 8 devices within a 50-foot radius.

Safety Features and Warranty Standard features that are centered on the protection of the occupants include forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assistance. Optional features on the Latitude and Limited are adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and parallel/perpendicular parking assistance. Jeep has a standard lineup of warranties such as their Limited that covers three years or 36,000 miles, Powertrain that covers five years or 60,000 miles -- whichever comes first, as well as three years of complimentary scheduled maintenance.