Pros Striking exterior design Spacious and high-quality interior Excellent ride comfort Refined engine and gearbox
Cons No sub-$40,000 variant Driving position compromises Expensive servicing Facelifted 3008 coming in early 2021
Tangibly more practical and interesting than a 308, this is SUVs done properly.
Pros Uncommonly interesting interior, neat handling Refined engine and gearbox
Cons Some detail missteps beneath the surface
Crossover maxes out on style, practicality and economy.
Pros Sharp and striking exterior styling Slick, distinctive interior design Punchy 1.2-litre petrol, 1.5-litre diesel and hybrid engines
Cons Automatic gearboxes sap power Suspension could be more comfortable Range-topping engines underwhelming
The 2019 Jeep Renegade’s new engine should help this likable crossover SUV use less fuel.
Pros Looks like it wants to off-road Logical control layout Good optional infotainment Real off-road ability Removable roof panels
Cons Tight squeeze for four adults Base engine is noisy, underpowered Lack of standard active safety tech Spartan Sport trim level
The Jeep Renegade receives only minor changes for 2020. All versions come with a new telematics unit and one year of free subscription service that allows owners to remotely lock, unlock, or start the Renegade with the Uconnect smartphone app. Several options, such as 19-inch wheels, the LED Lighting package, the Safety and Security package, and the Advanced Tech package, are now available on lower trim levels.
Pros Lovable design, comfortable ride, capable off-roading with the Trailhawk.
Cons Painfully slow, lousy fuel economy, limited storage.
The 2020 Jeep Renegade comes with four wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed automatic.Some options and packages are now available on less expensive trim levels.1.3-liter engine receives mild power increase.New remote smartphone app becomes standard later in the model year.
PROS Trailhawk model's best-in-class off-road capability Agile handling when going around turns Plenty of easy-to-use technology features Lots of character with a classic Jeep look
CONS Unresponsive throttle and easily confused nine-speed automatic Base engine fuel economy is middling for the segment Small cargo area and tight backseat legroom for adults Boxy shape makes for lots of highway wind noise
