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2016 Jeep Renegade

2016 Jeep Renegade

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$10,543 — $25,499 USED
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Sport Utility
5 Seats
24-27 MPG
(Combined)
 Key specs of the base trim
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Overview

Is this the car for you?
 (4.4) 184 reviews

The Good

  • On-road poise and stability
  • Suspension refinement
  • Cabin quietness
  • Trailhawk's off-road capability
  • Delightful design details

The Bad

  • Hard plastic upper door trim
  • Modest four-cylinder power
  • Automatic transmission slow to kick down
  • Traditional moonroof not offered
2016 Jeep Renegade exterior side view

What to Know

about the 2016 Jeep Renegade
  • Subcompact SUV based on Fiat 500L
  • Two four-wheel-drive systems available
  • Off-road Trailhawk trim level available
  • Removable roof panels available
  • Forward collision warning available

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2016 Jeep Renegade Review

from the Cars.com expert editorial team

The 2016 Jeep Renegade stands out from the subcompact SUV pack in both obvious and subtle ways. Watch the video for more.

What Is the 2016 Jeep Renegade?

The 2016 Jeep Renegade is a five-seat subcompact SUV that competes with the Chevrolet Trax, Honda HR-V, Mini Countryman, Buick Encore and Mazda CX-3. Trim levels include the Sport, Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all trim levels are available with four-wheel drive. 

What's New on the 2016 Jeep Renegade?

The 2016 Jeep Renegade has some new optional features: a Beats premium audio system with a 506-watt amplifier and 6.5-inch subwoofer, as well as rain-sensing windshield wipers. 

How Does the 2016 Jeep Renegade Compare to Other SUVs?

The Jeep Renegade differentiates itself from its competitors with unique features designed for handling off-road terrain, such as Koni selective damping struts. These features also offer a surprisingly smooth ride on the highway, all while retaining the style of the Jeep brand. The 2016 Renegade also stands out due to the quietness of its cabin compared with other subcompact SUVs.

What Features in the 2016 Jeep Renegade Are Most Important?

The 2016 Jeep Renegade comes equipped with a 160-horsepower, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission. A 180-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and nine-speed automatic transmission are options. Front-wheel drive is standard. Other notable standard features include power windows and door locks, a removable cargo floor panel with height adjustment, and a split folding backseat.

Significant available features include 8.7 inches of ground clearance on the Trailhawk (a 0.8-inch increase over other models), air conditioning, Bluetooth phone connectivity, the Uconnect multimedia system (with a 5- or 6.5-inch touchscreen), a 7-inch instrument panel screen, a backup camera, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, a backup camera, and a removable or power-retractable roof section.

Should I Buy the 2016 Jeep Renegade?

The 2016 Jeep Renegade offers an appealing design and stands out due to its comfortable ride, the quietness of its cabin and its on-road poise, together with the impressive off-road capabilities of the Trailhawk. On the other hand, its standard four-cylinder feels sluggish compared with the optional engine, its available automatic transmission is relatively unresponsive and the hard plastic upper door trim feels tacky in a vehicle that sports an otherwise inspired design.

These complaints are minor in terms of what the Renegade does well, though: It offers the trappings of a traditional SUV in subcompact form, serving up an impressive combination of capability and refinement. The 2016 Renegade is a good choice both for everyday driving and for limited off-road adventures.

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Consumer Reviews

What drivers are saying

4.4
184 reviews — Read All reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.7)
Performance
(4.3)
Interior Design
(4.6)
Comfort
(4.6)
Reliability
(4.4)
Value For The Money
(4.4)

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(5.0)

Love a jeep!

by Renegade from Fredericksburg Virginia on March 25, 2021

Interior is absolutely beautiful. Still a big enough vehicle that it doesn’t feel like a regular sized car but not a huge suv. Still a gas guzzler though. Read full review

(5.0)

First car I ever bought without even a test drive

by Charles from danville on February 19, 2021

This vehicle does everything I want it to, and more.! So far I am more than pleased with it. Nice looking, nice option package, comfortable ride for a smaller vehicle.. Nice ride.! Read full review

Safety

Recalls and crash tests

Recalls

The 2016 Jeep Renegade currently has 0 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

Based on 2016 Jeep Renegade Sport

NHTSA rates vehicles using a star rating system from 1-5 stars, with 5 being the highest.

Overall
4 Star
Overall Front
4 Star
Overall Side
5 Star
Overall Rollover Rating
4 Star
Driver's
4 Star
Passenger's
4 Star
Side Barrier
5 Star
Side Barrier Rating Driver
5 Star
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat
3 Star
Side Pole
5 Star
Side Pole Barrier combined (Front)
5 Star
Side Pole Barrier combined (Rear)
3 Star
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation. NHTSA provides vehicle safety information such as front- and side-crash ratings and rollover ratings. Vehicles are rated using a star rating system from 1-5 stars, with 5 being the highest.

Warranty

New car and certified pre-owned programs by Jeep

New Car Program Benefits

  • Bumper-to-Bumper

    36 months / 36,000 miles

  • Roadside Assistance

    60 months / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits

Have questions about warranties or CPO programs?

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The Renegade received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.
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Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

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