2016 Jeep Renegade Sport 4x4: Off-Road Test

2016 Jeep Renegade base Sport 4x4 Manual released into the desert trails, a drive to see what the most capable of the least expensive Renegade has to offer. Full review inside and out.

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[jtralongo]

This is a really good review. I'm an automotive journalist so I see lots of people trying to do informative videos, but yours really does inform. I love the little bits of info you share, like the rubber isolated rear subframe on the 4WD models or the fact that you lose the spare when ordering MySky system. I also like that you tested the base model. Hardly anyone does that anymore.

[NBHank]

Thanks again for testing a base model with base engine rather than loaded. btw I think front rear and overall styling is an homage to the SCOUT. RIP ;-)

[cataleyadiazdelbosque]

Ahhh!!! This is exactly what I’m looking at right now, used and a manual!!! I’ve only owned 2 automatic and the rest of my vehicles have been manual!!!
I don’t understand why people hate the renegade?!

[wizeguiz]

I bought the Lattitude trim and I love mine!

[Ksport]

finally, someone gets it...thank you sam for driving an entry level model/trim WITH a manual...it still hit the $24k mark and just think, the renegade can easily touch $30k...unreal for such a small vehicle...personally, I think the THawk should top out at 26 and the model you tested should be at $19-21k...at the price tested ($24k), a manual forester 2.5i can be had too, but color options are not in the forester's favor...at least Jeep is allowing fun colors in their "fun" vehicles. I would also spring for the extended warranty

[GrantCriddle]

Awesome capabilities test drive! Thanks! I just picked up my pretty much brand new (26kms) 2016 Renegade Sport 4x4 manual 6-speed a month ago to take me through the Canadian winter in Saskatchewan. It's not winter yet but I've sure enjoyed driving this so far. I was deciding between this and a Wrangler and although I was hesitant going with the Renegade, I'm so glad I did. I love driving this! Perfect combo of comfort, performance and style. I am fully confident after watching this that my Renegade will tackle the Canadian winter just fine!

[ppopovich]

This good review was one of the reasons I bought my 2017 Renegade Sport 6-speed manual. What a fantastic engine/transmission combo. Light clutch action and smooth shifting make it a delight. Shocking amount of power from the willing 1.4Turbo powerplant. Third gear pulls are really strong. Abundant passing & merging power if you are in the correct gear. Plus, the handling in the 4x2 models is far bettter than you would ever expect. Great job by Fiat on the suspension tuning. Tight as a drum with good feedback. This Jeepster is far more stable on the hwy than you would expect for a tallish, boxy vehicle with short wheelbase. Jeep really hit a home run with this configuation. Too bad they've already phased it out and you can no longer get a Renegade with this very reliable Fiat motor, nor a manual transmission. Sadly, if I were in the market now I'd probaly have to buy the Honda HR-V with a manual.

[dunn-do]

This guy gave me the confident to buy one and I’m about to go through some trails here in Washington. Thanks for the review. You’re the only one with base model review I can find on this renegade.

[amitkrupal]

I was searching for this video after 3 yrs. Still its awesome, so is the reviewer.

[stovetopburner]

i am glad to finally see the base model review

[Endless]

The sport trim does not typically come with everything listed in this review. Many of the bells and whistles in this video are added options. If your looking at a sport model and have a particular feature in mind you may want to double check to make sure it is included.

[wndex]

Got a deal on my 2018 1.4T 6 speed 4wd, been very happy so far, gets great gas mileage, and if I need to go a bit off-road it does great. Thank you for a review of a "normal" car and not the top-of-the-line model.

[davesmith]

I've got this model. The little turbo four is pretty great, and it goes farther off road than it probably should.

[Oddball_KellysHeroes]

Just purchased a manual Renegade Sport and can't wait to pick it up next week. I'm 6'4" and there is loads of room both leg and head (nobody ever mentions this). Giving up my 03 TJ but she was getting to be too costly, plus I'm getting older and my need for comfort and air con are greater. Going to lift it as well before I hit the trails.

[WobblePizza]

This is the review I've been looking for. Nice job.

[df]

Great review! I think one big thing to mention when getting a sport, latitude or limited in 4x4, the approach angle is considerably less than a trailhawk. I can imagine a bunch of first time or occasional offroaders going out and destroying that plastic lip on the front bumper. As you mentioned in your video, I think the trails you took it on are perfect for this spec renegade.

[rkalla]

Silly fun car in the build I would get if I wanted it, tested out in the exact scenarios I would use it in - great job Sam.

[FantasticIsMyLife]

Just bought a 2019 Jeep Renegade Latitude 4x4. Amazing little SUV! It handles so nicely. There is a bit of wind noise because of the shape of the Renegade. I do not have the roof panels. I opted out of that option because I feel I would never use it. I was considering the Trailhawk, but it is unlikely that I will be needing the "Rock" mode on the 4WD system. The amount of head room in the Renegade is great, as I am tall. You really get a lot for $29, 600 price tag. This video is spot on.

[chuckvt]

Jut picked up a loaded 2018 Renegade Trailhawk version and I love it. What I especially love is that I got it used with 1, 633 miles for 24K. Brand new, it is 34K, so I feel I got a great deal for taking a used with low, low mileage!

[thomasfoy]

I have a 2016 Jeep Renegade sport with air, 4x4, and alloy wheels for $17, 000 and it performs well in North East Ohio winters.