2017 Jeep Patriot vs 2017 Honda CR-V

Finding a high quality but affordable, SUV can be a challenge. It's for that reason that the sales and service experts at North York Chrysler, like to compare and contrast some of the biggest names in the SUV world. While we are obviously partial to the amazing vehicles from Jeep, we thought it would be helpful to put our latest, the 2017 Jeep Patriot, up against the 2017 Honda CR-V. Let's take a closer look at both.

This fun five-seat SUV is available in four trims, Sport, Sport SE, Latitude, and High Altitude. The 2017 Jeep Patriot, which comes in seven sporty exterior colors, offers an amazing combination of affordability and performance. Drivers can expect a standard 2.0-litre I-4 engine that produces 158 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 141 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,000 rpm. On some of the higher trim levels, you can step up to four-wheel drive and a 2.4-litre I-4 16 valve dual VVT engine, which puts out 172 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 165 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,400 rpm. Owners of the 2017 Jeep Patriot get a choice of a five-speed manual transmission, six-speed AutoStick automatic transmission, or a Trail Rated CVT II with Off Road Crawl Ratio, that gives you up to 10.3 L/100 km city and 7.9 L/100 km highway in fuel efficiency.

The ABS braking system with brake assist (BA), 17-inch polished aluminum wheels, and driveline traction control make for a smooth and steady ride. If you need to take the boat to the lake, the 2017 Jeep Patriot has a maximum towing capacity of 907 km (2,000 pounds).

Despite its starting price as low as $14,295, the 2017 Jeep Patriot gives drivers a number of standard and optional comfort features. No matter which trim level you pick, you'll get cloth upholstery, manual exterior mirrors, 60/40-split folding rear seats, Bluetooth connectivity, exterior temperature display, and even a SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite Seek-Scan radio. If you want more luxury and connectivity, drivers in the Toronto area can leather-faced seats, heated front seats, six-CD/DVD changer, a nine-speaker Boston Acoustics system, navigation system, and a U-Connect Hands-Free Bluetooth system.

The 2017 Honda CR-V, which has a starting price of $26,890, comes in five trim levels and up to seven exterior colours. If you buy a Honda CR-V, there is only one engine option; the standard 1.5-litre four-cylinder 16-valve engine produces 185 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 181 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,900 rpm. Drivers can expect a maximum towing capacity of 680 kg (1,500 pounds), continuously variable transmission, and an available Real Time AWD system. Your ride is improved by electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, multi-link rear suspension, and power-assisted, ventilated front disc/solid rear disc brakes.

As far as comfort and technology, there is a basic 160-Watt AM / FM / CD audio system with four speakers, steering wheel-mounted controls, and dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags front side airbags, and side curtain airbags with rollover sensor.

While both of these SUVs have their strong points, the 2017 Jeep Patriot offers some obvious benefits. First, when it comes to cost the Jeep Patriot offer more quality and performance for a much lower price. As well, you get more engine choices and a higher maximum towing capacity. To make up your own mind, the team at North York Chrysler thinks you need to get behind the wheel of these SUVs. To test-drive the 2017 Jeep Patriot, please contact us at North York Chrysler today. Our centrally located dealership is open Monday-Saturday and we can't wait to see you.