2016 Jeep Renegade review from Family Wheels
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- Опубліковано 4 лис 2015
- A family friendly look at Jeep's new spin on the Renegade. This was an important vehicle for Jeep as it's the first new release under the Fiat Chrysler banner. Take a look to see how it stacks up.
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The only problem is the "Macho" traditional Jeep Wrangler drivers knock it down as "not a true jeep". Other then that seams like Jeep finally nailed a Jeep with great fuel economy with traditional Jeep styling and capabilities.
Thanks for watching, Jake. Great comments and I'm glad to hear you're still enjoying it months later.
Love that you acknowledged the 'head turniness' of the car - we all have families, we are busy, but doesn't hurt to turn a head now and then, great to know ;)
My daughter always wanted the Jeep Renegade when she first saw it before it was released. She finally got one and she loves it. She gets so many positive comments on it from other people that own the bigger Jeeps.
The best review I have seen for this car. Well presented with great information regarding practicalities. Thank you buddy!
I'm probably still going to buy one!
Nice review and like your non-biased, personal information.
I've owned my Renegade Latitude since May 2015. I love the mileage I get for a 4x4. Much better on gas compared to my 2008 Liberty. I miss the space of my Liberty though. I have a growing family. Currently have a 4 year old son and the space is enough for our travels though we plan to have a second child within the year and I imagine space will be limited with a car seat and stroller in the cargo area. Otherwise I love it. Wish I would have had the trailhawk but at the time of my purchase the trim levels were minimal still. I must say I recommend this vehicle for daily commute to work. My current mileage is 28.9 mpg. It was at 28.7 for 3 months and just increased last week. Excited to drive it in the winter in PA and MI.
Jake Sims Is that 28.9 on the highway? Thank you.
The yogurt test was spot on. Most of the time a rag isn't readily available anyway! Great review
Good review....but 4x4 is not $6,000 extra. Base FWD - $19,000 after rebates. 4x4 base $19800 after rebates.
...and very positive and unbiased, I loved that about this review!
Awesome, Chris. Thanks for the feedback. Glad you like it.
Great video man!Keep it up!
I love all the Easter eggs . I like unique. and this interior is unique and for that reason i would get one
I love the overall look and the features that come with the Renegade. Though it is more designed for a single person or a couple. It is capable off-road and good on the road, but it needs a turbo added to the 2.4L to give it better acceleration.
Thanks for this review!
Dam cyber criminals hacked into my entertainment system and stole all my Elton John songs 😂
Thanks for posting I have the 2016 my question is, by touching the drivers back side of door handle isn't it supposed to unlock the back doors like the passanger side? I need to manually open the door & press the unlock button.
Perfect height and easy to park fits anywhere I have the limited it’s a winner
They seem to have improved a lot in a few years. My wife has a 2018 sport 4wd. Transmission is the same, but otherwise fit and finish is much better in the base model than 2015. Some of the trailhawk features have made their way to other models, too. Hers has the extra clearance front bumper with heavy duty tow/recovery hooks that are welded to the frame. Makes recovery much easier and don't have to worry about ripping a bumper off.
Thanks a real great review 😀
+Alison Edwards You bet, Alison. Thanks for watching.
We had ours through Canada's rockies last winter. The police waved us through uncleared sections of highway. This thing is as Jeep as they come. The 4wd low took us anywhere we wanted to go. Love it
Great to hear! Always good to have confidence in your rig in such trying conditions.
Thanks! Great review! Way to take the time and not read off other people's review and the car brochure and giving you real insights on the vehicle .
+Hans Nhat Thanks for that, Hans! Great to have you watching.
Bought the 4x4 latitude and luv it I have 3 kids ages 11,9 and 1 yrs old and we all fit very comfortable in it. I traded in my 2013 Kia Soul for this and it feels a lot bigger.
do you still have the Jeep? Any issues? been reading some stuff lately curious if you have had any issues with the Jeep.
I own a 2017 Renegade 4x4 and I have to agree with you, it’s not designed for families. I’ve gotten 2 front-facing car seats in the back (for my neice and nephew) and it will work in a pinch but kids grow and if I had my own I’d go for a larger Compass or Cherokee. I’m also 6’2” which probably doesn’t help matters. The transmission issues have definitely been addressed since this review, it still has some unsure moments but it’s far more refined now than you described. It is perfect for me and my lifestyle, but if a kid was on the way I’d definitely opt for something bigger.
This jeep is more for a weekend adventure type of person without a billion kids and extra shit to carry in the back.
The 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk SUV has a recurring power seat problem that prevents the use of the 8-way and lumbar functions. The problem causes the driver seat to freeze and lock into a position on the seat floor tracks. This could create a serious problem in the event of an emergency. The dealer service department is clueless on fixing the problem.
That's not nice to hear. Hope the problem is sorted soon
Maybe all the Jeep logos you mention being everywhere on the car - has to do with reassuring Renegade's buyers that they're still driving a Jeep.
We are a family of four (husband, wife, 10yo and 7yo) and the Renegade is my daily driver. For us it is exactly what I was looking for. We had a Wrangler and a Expedition previously as the “family car” but once we began plans to move to Europe I worried about the Wrangler’s reputation for tipping at high speeds and didn’t feel comfortable taking it on the autobahn. The Expedition was just too large to be practical. The Rene is perfect. Enough space for our essentials and a roof rack and hitch for the weekends when we need extra cargo space. In Europe the Rene is on the large side of vehicles you see everyday, of course home in America it is extremely small compared to huge SUVs and trucks that you see everywhere.
The Renegade is a nice refreshement to the lineup and yeah ok it's targetted to a certain public.
Cityfolks or even just younger/new drivers , which probably get excited just because it's an affordable jeep.
Same goes for myself, living in the city and already having a van to do the loading/dirty work..this renegade is a perfect addition on the driveway :)
Then again, now in 2019 we have a facelift and in the upcoming years the model will grow and mature with it's audience, I'm sure.
Very nice colour choice
Re: space and cargo issue...there are some pretty cool aftermarket 'baskets' that can be fitted to the roof racks of the car. You can test out various types/sizes of containers/bags for summer and/or winter use. Might not be very aerodynamic, but these will provide the extra space needed. Wait 'til you possibly have a second child...and a dog...pack lightly for your trips! Enjoy.
Had my renegade for 2 years I love it but the leather seats are so firm made well but wish they were softer probably need to break them in I know they won’t wear out
super review
I got the 2016 trailhawk I'm the 2nd. Owner with 17k miles, now almost 19k miles, no trans problems so far! But a little odd shifting to a higher gear by moving shifter forwards vs. Backwards, cons: rear quarter window is way to small, rear cabin light should be on the ceiling not on the side, gas mileage low 20's with SUV (loaded with tools) tho. Pros: remote/push button start feature, 4x4 capable, auto lights/wipers/mirror & power drivers seat.
i just bought a 2016 jeep renegade sport 4wd for around 22grand-maybe its more in canada? great review!
great channel
Great review. I would like to see you review the 4 door jeep wrangler if possible.
I'll see what I can swing, Gabriela. Thanks!
Very safe and made with sturdy body very well made
I have a 2015 trailhawk.
I do have to say that for an honest review of the space, you really do have to try and fit someone in there. It fits differently than it looks like it fits. While I do agree with the rearward facing car seat, front seat availability is marginal, but it is honestly better than my 2005 subaru legacy was, which was technically bigger inside. The seating is very vertical, and a lot of it is going to come down to how you cope with a close fitting cabin. I've run into people 6'1" who say they don't fit in it. I'm 6'7" and it's honestly the first car I have tried I can get my legs under the steering wheel since I tried out a 95 tahoe way back when. I can also adjust the front seat for me so I can sit behind myself. It's not a cross country roadtrip fit, but it is definitely go out to dinner within a 30-40 minute drive fit. One of my friends is 6'2", he gets in, he fits, but he always puts the seat way back because he has a mental thing where unless stuff is visually far away from him, he thinks he doesn't fit.
Also, the blue color is already discontinued.
+raz0000000 Thanks for watching. I agree, the headroom and driving comfort for tall drivers like you and me is fantastic. But that back seat was tight when I, even my 5'8 wife, sat back there. Manageable but we both said more than a drive around town, we'd get pretty uncomfortable. Good tip on the blue getting discontinued. There's another blue on offer with the 2016s. I love the colour options for this car.
aww I think the blue is pretty. oh well
i love this thing
great review! Answers some real questions that the average buyer has. Jeep fans need to accept that jeep needs to cater to buyers other than offroaders. No need to compare this to Hummers and Wranglers . It's just a neat little car that will be fun in summer and snow.
Thanks for watching, Rob. Yes, the brand is morphing. Interesting to see.
Rob Yull i agree we just baught a 2017 trailhawk
were i town and have 1 child but when ee get days off work its perfect to go fish camp play in mud and hook up a trailer to use when hinting and haul a.deer or moose! its the perfect 50/50 in between vehicle.
I have one, and its the only one in the area that I live!
Trailhawk commando green, and I see eyes follow me!
I have seen the basic models, but no trailhawk!
I Love my 2015 Renegade 88,000miles,,1.4 Latitude.6 speed manual...Love those jeep emoticons and i have a 2017 Compass with 2.4 and a 6 Speed manual..15,000 miles on this?Love those manuals as you cant go wrong?
I’m purchasing a 2015 with 21k. Is the automatic that much of an issue ? If so how can it be fixed ?
Greetings from Ukraine. Thx for such car review, you helped me a lot with decision. 🤝
Yeah, but how does it handle our Alberta winters?
Would love to see you compare this to the Subaru crosstrek
+poobank I'll see what I can do. Thanks for watching and keep checking-in.
Very nice review! But I will not buy a Jeep to put my family in it. There are just too many problems. I bought an FJ Cruiser 2014 and I'm really happy with that. Took it to Moab and loved the way it handled. Smooth ride, no road noise, no wind noise but you can hear the engine accelerate. Good luck with your Jeep.
+spacecowboy98 Thanks for the note. The FJ is a cool truck, too. But how do you find loading your family into those small rear doors?
IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION THAT DOES JUSTICE TO THE AMOUNT OF EASTER EGGS: I own a 2017 Renegade. I love it! I didn't even notice these easter eggs. I went out to my Jeep to look for them. Yes. There are some but not even noticeable. Some...not that many as one would imagine listening to this review!
SuperDeut4 what did he say about Easter eggs? I missed that lol
Alexandria Ogden They call all the little extra "do-dads" on the jeep "Easter eggs" for some reason. Funny! Have a good weekend.
Canadians are so polite.
So silly that you cannot get a Trailhawk, or the Tiger Shark engine, with a manual transmission. Hopefully they'll sort that out soon!
I've been wanting to buy one of theme but I too have heard of the issue with the transmission. I'm currently living in Miami and never had a problem driving manual transmission in the city but going with a turbo block engine hurts my pocket a bit. I also have to kids (7 & 8 year olds) that love this car too, but after watching your video, I think that they will have a problem sitting in the back seat and expecting leg room. Overall, I love the looks of this jeep.
Thanks for watching, Arthur. Yeah, you might find that second row cramped. If you test drive one, post your impressions here. Would love to hear them.
will do.Family Wheels
I feel the same way when I saw the name JEEP everywhere... I was they didn't have to put it in like 20 different spots lol
Madness Autoworks.
I have a UK 2.0 Diesel 4x4 and it is very good at everything I want it to be. Its not a BIG car or a sports car. If you want other things that is your problem not the Renegades
The down side is, we can not get the Diesel engine in America
I didn’t know Jeep Renegade 🚙 came with a baby in the back seat just there waiting for ya.
just bought a 2016 renegade limited edition and have noticed the hesitation shutter with the engine
Have you taken it to the dealer yet, Alicia? There may be a software upgrade available to help you.
Family Wheels we actually have an appointment today to get it detailed at the dealership and will tell them then
Let us know what they say!
Family Wheels they said that it was probably from the automatic ebrake shifting from park to drive
Safe safe safe and I disagree it kicks ass with acceleration on the highway
Would you suggest the Renegade as a college vehicle ?
Sorry, Johnathan.... just seeing this now. It's pretty fuel efficient, has a unique design and a decent price point. It could certainly do the trick. Have you already made your decision?
+Family Wheels Yes I've decided to go ahead and at least try it out, you're review was very helpful ! :)
can you review the grand cherokee?
+isaiah Chu I'll see if I can get my hands on one, Isaiah. Thanks for watching.
Yep that 9 spd. auto almost kept me from buying it. Got a 2017 Trailhawk. Found a company that reprograms the software. Shifts much better now. That coupled with a go pedal and wala, problem solved.
Frank L who did you use ?
So you are saying that there's not a lot of extra room in this sub compact.. Wow.. What a shock.. ;-) :-) I would hope no one would be surprised by that.. Although compared to some of the others in the same category we looked at, it did fairly well. Not quite as good as the CrossTrek, but much better than the CX3...
Have you decided on one over the others yet? Thanks for chiming in.
My wife went with the Renegade 6 speed manual. She loves it, but it's only been a few days so far. :-)
Paper weight unless you replace the motor, transmission and all electricals with another brand. Maybe good to buy and rebuild if you could one cheap.
This is a huge let down when it comes to the rear facing baby thing. I don't understand these small SUVs. If they would extend this car just a little then you could fit the rear facing baby seat and extend your freaking market.
It is a shame, Bryan. Pretty cramped in that back seat. Thanks for watching.
Your welcome. My wife wants to get a new SUV thats good on gas since she drives a good distance daily. We both love automobiles that are different looking than your normal mainstream looking Japanese automobiles. Looks like our best option is to get a Honda CRV. We are not fans of the Jeep Compass or Patriot since they just look too boring and I always thought those two models hurt the Jeep brand. Jeep should just make the Renegade bigger to replace the Compass and Patriot.
Bryan Ramey The new Compass 2017 is perfect for you then. Google it, it's brand new. Coming out in July and is just that :)
The 1.6 diesel is a better option.
Nobodys got rear facing child seats. (in Europe)
Really didn’t need 9 gears
You should not be reviewing a 2015 and tag the video as 2016. All the issues you are talking about have all been fixed in the 2016 model
Only one who does not like all the jeep Easter eggs
Ummm, it's NOT a "car", it's an SUV.
Why do people think this is ugly?
The people that think cars like this are ugly often drive plain Jane Camry or such..with a little imagination it really is a good looking vehicle.
Oh, and i just realized, this is a boxy car too, some people just don't like the boxy look, aka retro look? I liked the renegade the first time i saw it, but it is probably because i like wranglers, I saw it as a an economic city version of the wrangler with REAL offroad capabilities, Finally a compact SUV i like
Well i dont think it really meant for people with a bunch of kids plus a dog and likes to carry a bunch of extra shit around. If thats what you want go buy a suburban or a mini van.
Just empty every pocket.