Used Jeep Renegade for sale near Brookside, DE under $40,000

I had a pleasant experience at Auto Lenders. I felt that my vehicle was fairly priced and I have a good feeling about the extended warranty from Allstate

I picked the Jeep Renegade in the Trailhawk model because it is the only car in the compact category that also has excellent off roading capabilities. It completely beats out the other "off road" vehicles in its class like the Crosstrek or trailblazer. It also works excellent as a daily driver and great on long highway drives, having way better gas mileage than a pickup or wrangler. No road noise like you get in a wrangler or a truck with big off road tires. I've had this car for a little over a year at this point, with about 7000 miles, and the only thing I can say was any kind of issue was I got warning lights on my dash for the lane sensors, but they were just dirty and a quick wash fixed that problem. I can't say much for reliability just because the car is still so new. I have the leather trim upgrade that you can get with the trailhawk, but even with that the quality of the interior is lacking compared to other vehicle brands at the same price range and category, like the Crosstrek, but looking at Jeep's other vehicles like the Gladiator or Wrangler, it fits right in. Everything does feel high quality. I'm very picky about road noises and rattling panels or vibrations while driving, and I haven't had anything at all yet with this vehicle even when driving on rough roads or hitting bumps. The only reason why I gave this car a lower interior rating is just because of the excessive use of plastic. The exterior is very unique. At first I absolutely hated the blocky look of the renegade, but with all the iconic Jeep stying mixed in and the upgraded look of the trailhawk front bumper, I have grown to really love the way this little SUV looks. The blocky shape gives it extremely good headroom and gives it extra cargo space in the rear. The trailhawk model has armor on the underside to prevent damage by anything you're climbing over when going off road. There are some gaps in the armor that you can fill with available aftermarket parts. I will say that I think the cardboard box aerodynamics are the main reason why the gas mileage is so poor even with such a small engine. With about 55/45 split between in-town and highway driving respectively, on roads with large elevation changes, I do still get 24 mpg combined which is decent. The road handling is also great, the Renegade is a very light car, and even with being a little top heavy it zooms around corners almost like a small sports car. The 1.3l engine is surprisingly torque-y, it took me a little while to get used to being gentle on the throttle, the first few gears are very deep and the tiny turboed engine makes 210 foot pounds of torque so it will launch very quickly until it gets to 3rd/4th gear. The absolute worst and best thing about this car is it's transmission and the way it's programmed. In regular driving, it seems like the transmission has to stop and think about what gear to go to, so swapping gears is a little slow and not as smooth as other cars. At the same time, the transmission is the main reason why this car does extremely, unexpectedly well off road and in poor driving conditions. It will always keep power to wheels that have traction, and so gives impressive control. I have driven this up a mountain trail in the middle of a Montana winter and it felt like a leisurely drive, even purposely drove into tall snow drifts to give myself a challenge and plowed over them without any issue. When I got to the peak in my stock renegade trailhawk the only other vehicle on the peak was a modified, lifted Tacoma with large off road tires that had chains wrapped around them. I'm extremely impressed with how well this compact SUV really does off road. Overall I'm extremely happy with my renegade, and hope to have it for the next decade as a light trail/off road adventure car and daily driver.

Had a great interaction with salesman Anthony Brown, who picked me up from the airport when I arrived to purchase the vehicle. He was attentive, super helpful and my experience with him personally was 5 stars. He was a excellent face for the company, and did everything possible to assure a smooth transaction, including answering my questions and annoying text messages on his own time off the clock. As for the car itself, everything was as described and I love it. Zero issues mechanically. The reason this is only 4 stars was the interaction that followed the purchase. I received a 60 day temp tag at time of purchase and (foolishly I might add) allowed the dealer to file the paperwork for my registration/plates with my states DMV. With approx 3 weeks to go till expiration I emailed Carman Dodge to get an update on the status of my plates. I was told the registration was still processing but was assured it was going to be on time. With approx 1.5 weeks prior to expiration I emailed Carman Dodge again, and was assured that my plates would be arriving the week of my expiration. On the day of my expiration I called Carman Dodge and spoke with Jamie, who advised she had my plates in front of her and would be mailing them out to me. While inquiring why it had taken so long Jamie stated the processing with the DMV was out of her control. When pressed, however, she admitted to waiting approx 30 days after purchase to file the paperwork. Ultimately this was her mistake and caused an undue amount of legwork on my part. Not to mention I couldn't drive my car without valid registration, as I would face heavy fines if pulled over. The saving grace, however, was when Jamie's manager agreed to overnight the plates to me, so I was only grounded without my vehicle for one day. In summary, overall good experience, but be wary if you purchase a vehicle from Carman Dodge out of state. If you do, make sure you insist on filing the registration paperwork personally with your local DMV to avoid the headache that Jamie caused me.

The Jeep Renegade proves that you don’t need a massive SUV to enjoy real capability. It is great for everyday practicality, making it a great choice for drivers who want something different—something with personality, performance, and purpose. Whether you're commuting during the week or hitting the trails on the weekend, the Renegade is more than ready to go wherever life takes you.

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Owning my 2020 Jeep Renegade Limited has been an absolute joy. This SUV strikes the perfect balance between style, comfort, and capability. From the moment I got behind the wheel, I was impressed by its smooth ride, responsive handling, and surprisingly spacious interior. The premium features—like the leather-trimmed seats, intuitive Uconnect infotainment system, and advanced safety technology—make every drive comfortable and convenient. Whether I’m commuting in the city or taking a weekend getaway, the Renegade Limited handles it all with ease. What really stands out is its versatility. The 4x4 capability gives me confidence in any weather condition, and the fuel efficiency is great for an SUV of its size. Plus, the unique design turns heads wherever I go—Jeep really nailed the balance between rugged and modern. If you're looking for a compact SUV that delivers reliability, technology, and a sense of adventure, the 2020 Jeep Renegade Limited is a fantastic choice. I couldn’t be happier with mine!