| Jeep Renegade | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Jeep[a] |
| Production | 2014–present |
| Model years | 2015–2023 (US & Canada) 2015–2025 (Europe) 2015–present (Latin America) |
| Assembly |
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| Designer | Jeremy Glover and Ian Hedge[4] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B)[1] |
| Body style | 5-doorSUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive orall-wheel drive |
| Platform | FCA Small Wide 4×4[5] |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Electric motor | 45 kW (60 hp; 61 PS) FCA eMotor (4xe) |
| Transmission | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | PHEV (4xe) |
| Battery | 11.4 kWh 400-voltLi-ion pack |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in (2,570 mm) |
| Length | 166.6 in (4,230 mm) |
| Width | 71.1 in (1,810 mm) |
| Height | 66.5 in (1,690 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,078–3,549 lb (1,396–1,610 kg) |
TheJeep Renegade is asubcompact crossover SUV produced byStellantis under theirJeep marque.[7] It was first shown to the public in March 2014 at theGeneva Motor Show and production started in late August of that year. The Renegade was the smallest vehicle currently marketed by Jeep, until the arrival of theAvenger. It slots between the Avenger and theCompass. It is based on theFCA Small Wide 4×4 platform, which is also shared with otherFCA models, including those fromFiat andAlfa Romeo brands.
The Renegade comes as standard withfront-wheel drive, with optionalfour-wheel drive systemsActive Drive I andActive Drive Low, both of which are paired with Jeep'sSelec-Terrain System.

The Renegade is the first Jeep product to be produced exclusively outside ofNorth America and has been sold in the North American, European, Brazilian, South African, Australian, Japanese, and Chinese markets. The vehicle is built inMelfi, Italy with the designationBU/520, alongside the relatedFiat 500X;Goiana,Brazil[2] with the designationB1 (alongsideJeep Compass andFiat Toro[8]); and inGuangzhou,China codenamedBQ.
Standard Renegade models come with front-wheel drive, with four-wheel drive available on Sport, Latitude, and Limited trims.[9] In the US, the lineup consists of Sport, Latitude and Limited trims, all of which come with a choice of front- and four-wheel drive, as well as the Trailhawk trim, which is 4WD only.
The Renegade has an availableMy Sky dual-panel removable roof. TheMy Sky can be either retracted like a standard sunroof or removed completely for a more open-air experience, similar to that of theJeep Wrangler.
In North America, the Renegade is sold in Sport, Latitude, Altitude, Limited, and Trailhawk trim levels:
The base Sport model includes a 1.4LMultiAir Turbocharged Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) engine or a 2.4L multiair inline 4 engine, a six-speed manual transmission or 9 speed automatic transmission, sixteen-inch, black-finished steel wheels, a black-finished front grille, black side mirrors and door handles, the Uconnect 3.0 AM/FM stereo w/ USB, iPod, and 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jacks and four speakers, a heater, dual air conditioning, cloth seating surfaces, a 3.5-inch monochromatic instrument cluster display screen, remote keyless entry with power door locks, and more. The Power and Air Group adds air conditioning and power windows. The Sound Group adds the Uconnect 5.0BT AM/FM stereo with USB, iPod, and 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jacks with a five-inch color touch-screen display, voice command, Uconnect hands-free Bluetooth phone and stereo wireless audio streaming, and six speakers.
The mid-level Latitude model includes the Sport's standard equipment, plus seventeen-inch black-accented alloy wheels, exterior-colored side mirrors and door handles, the Uconnect 5.0BT AM/FM stereo w/ USB, iPod, and 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jacks with five-inch color touch-screen display, voice command, Uconnect hands-free Bluetooth phone and stereo wireless audio streaming, and six speakers, power windows, air conditioning, and more. The MySky removable "sunroof" roof panels, both manually-removable or power-retractable, are available on this model and higher-end models. In Europe, this is called Longitude.
The top-of-the-line Limited model includes the Latitude's standard equipment, plus the 2.4L TigerShark Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, leather seating surfaces, a silver-finished front grille, chrome side mirrors and door handles, and more. The MySky removable "sunroof" panels, both manually-removable or power-retractable, are available on this model, the Latitude model, and higher-end models.
The off-road-ready Trailhawk model includes the Latitude's standard equipment, plus the 2.4L TigerShark Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) engine (2.0L Multijet II only for Europe), a nine-speed automatic transmission, red-finished front tow hooks, off-road suspension with underbody skid plates, a rugged interior, and more. The MySky removable "sunroof" panels, both manually-removable or power-retractable, are available on this model, the Latitude model, and higher-end models.
TrailHawk models are "Trail Rated" and feature Jeep'sActive Drive Low four-wheel drive system and a 20 mm (0.79 in)lift kit. It also features 17 in (430 mm)aluminum wheels,skid plates, and unique front and rear fascias compared to standard Renegade models. Like theJeep Cherokee Trailhawk, the Renegade Trailhawk features red front and rear tow hooks, a red 'Trail Rated 4X4' badge on both front upperfenders, a blackvinyl decal in the center of the hood, andalloy wheels with black-painted accents. The Trailhawk model emphasizes the Renegade's off-road capabilities and is meant for the avid off-roader.
The Jeep Selec-terrain traction control feature lets you choose any of the following modes in the 4X4 TrailHawk version: Auto, Snow, Sand, Mud, or Rock.[10][11]
All models other than the base Sport model offer optional features such as passive entry with push-button start, a remote start system, the Uconnect 6.5AN stereo with AM/FM HD Radio, iPod/USB and 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jacks, SIRIUS-XM Satellite Radio, voice command, Uconnect ACCESS and Apps with hands-free Bluetooth phone and stereo wireless audio streaming, GPS navigation by Garmin, a 6.5-inch touch-screen display, and steering wheel-mounted remote controls, nine premium amplified speakers with a subwoofer, power front bucket seats, the MySky retractable roof panel system (manually-removable or power-retractable), heated dual front bucket seats, and more.
All Renegade models are powered by 3 or 4-cylinder engines, sourced both fromFiat andChrysler, depending on market.
| Engine | Power | Transmission | Year | Regions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCA 1.0 L I3GSE MultiAir3 Turbo | 88 kW (118 hp; 120 PS) | 6-speedFiat C630manual | 2018–Present | Europe |
| FCA 1.3 L I4GSE MultiAir3 Turbo | 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) | 6-speedFiat C635 DDCT dual clutch | 2018–Present | Europe, Japan |
| 132 kW (177 hp; 179 PS) | 9-speedChrysler 948TEautomatic | Europe, North America, Japan, Brazil | ||
| FCA 1.3 L I4GSE MultiAir3 Turbo + FCA eMotorPHEV | 95.6 kW (128 hp; 130 PS) (Engine) 45 kW (60 hp; 61 PS) (Electric Motor) 139.7 kW (187 hp; 190 PS) (Combined) | 6-speedAisin TF-60SN automatic | 2021–Present | Europe, Japan |
| 132.4 kW (178 hp; 180 PS) (Engine) 45 kW (60 hp; 61 PS) (Electric Motor) 176.5 kW (237 hp; 240 PS) (Combined) | 6-speedAisin TF-60SN automatic | |||
| Fiat 1.4 L I4FIRE MultiAir2 Turbo | 103 kW (138 hp; 140 PS) | 6-speedFiat C635manual | 2014–2018 | Europe, Japan, Australia |
| 6-speedFiat C635 DDCT dual clutch | ||||
| 125 kW (168 hp; 170 PS) | 9-speedChrysler 948TEautomatic | 2015–2018 | Europe | |
| Fiat 1.4 L I4FIRE MultiAir Turbo | 119 kW (160 hp; 162 PS) | 6-speedFiat C635manual | 2014–2018 | North America, Latin America |
| 9-speedChrysler 948TEautomatic | ||||
| Fiat 1.4 L I4FIRE Turbo | 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) | 7-speedFiat C725 DDCT dual clutch | 2016–Present | China |
| Fiat 1.4 L I4FIRE TurboLPG | 88 kW (118 hp; 120 PS) | 6-speed manual | 2017–2018 | |
| Chrysler 2.0 L I4Tigershark | 114 kW (153 hp; 155 PS) | 9-speedChrysler 948TEautomatic | 2016–Present | China |
| Chrysler 2.4 L I4Tigershark MultiAir2 | 134 kW (180 hp; 182 PS) | 9-speedChrysler 948TEautomatic | 2014–2021 | North America, Latin America, Middle East |
| 129 kW (173 hp; 175 PS) | 2015–2021 | Japan, Australia | ||
| Fiat 1.6 L I4E.torQ | 81 kW (109 hp; 110 PS) | 5-speedFiat C510manual | 2015–2018 | Europe, Australia |
| Fiat 1.8 L I4E.torQ[12] Flex | 97 kW (130 hp; 132 PS) | 5-speedFiat C510manual | 2015–Present | Latin America |
| 6-speedAisin automatic | ||||
| Fiat 1.6 L I4MultiJet2 | 70 kW (94 hp; 95 PS) | 6-speed manual | 2017–2018 | Italy |
| 88 kW (118 hp; 120 PS) | 6-speedFiat C635manual | 2014–Present | Europe | |
| 6-speedFiat C635 DDCT dual clutch | 2017–Present | |||
| Fiat 2.0 L I4MultiJet2 | 88 kW (118 hp; 120 PS) | 6-speedFiat C635manual | 2015–2018 | Italy |
| 103 kW (138 hp; 140 PS) 125 kW (168 hp; 170 PS) | 6-speedFiat C635manual | 2014–Present | Europe, Brazil[12] (only the 9-speed automatic, 170 PS, was available in Brazil. It was discontinued in 2022)[13] | |
| 9-speedChrysler 948TEautomatic |

The Renegade offers eithercloth orleather seating surfaces. It offers seating for five passengers,[14] with a 60/40[14] split-folding rear bench seat, and a fold-flat front passenger's seat for more cargo capacity.
In North America, it offers a standard Uconnect 5.0BTradio with an AM/FM radio,Sirius XM satellite radio, voice command, aMicrosoft-derivedtouch screen interface, andiPod andUSB inputs, as well as a 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jack. Uconnect Phone will also be standard. A rearview backup camera will be optional. The optional radio will be the UConnect 6.0 radio, offering all the features of the UConnect 5.0BT radio, while adding atouch screen interface designed byBlackBerry (a smaller version of the UConnect 8.4A and 8.4AN radios), andnavigation system capabilities byGarmin.
The Renegade was safety tested by theIIHS in 2021.
| Small overlap front (Driver) | Good | ||||
| Small overlap front (Passenger) | Acceptable | ||||
| Moderate overlap front | Good | ||||
| Moderate overlap front (updated test) | Poor | ||||
| Side (original test) | Good | ||||
| Side (updated test) | Marginal | ||||
| Roof strength | Good | ||||
| Head restraints and seats | Good | ||||
| Headlights |
| varies by trim/option | |||
| Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior | optional | |||
| Seat belt reminders | Marginal | ||||
| Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Acceptable |
| Overall | |
| Frontal driver | |
| Frontal Passenger | |
| Side Driver | |
| Side Passenger | |
| Side Pole Driver | |
| Rollover |
| Test | Points | % |
|---|---|---|
| Overall: | ||
| Adult occupant: | 33.1 | 87% |
| Child occupant: | 42 | 85% |
| Pedestrian: | 23.6 | 65% |
| Safety assist: | 9.7 | 74% |
| Test | Points | % |
|---|---|---|
| Overall: | ||
| Adult occupant: | 31.2 | 82% |
| Child occupant: | 41.4 | 84% |
| Pedestrian: | 26.7 | 55% |
| Safety assist: | 7.6 | 58% |
The Renegade was safety tested byLatin NCAP 1.0 in its most basic Latin American market configuration in 2015 and earned a five-star rating.[20]
The Renegade, in its most basic Latin American market configuration, was safety tested byLatin NCAP 3.0 in 2023 (similar to Euro NCAP 2014) and earned a one-star rating.[21]


In June 2018, the Renegade was updated with some slight aesthetic touches: the front and rear bumpers have been redesigned, new LED headlamps (their design is inspired by the ones used for the Wrangler) were adopted, and the front grille is larger.
The infotainment system was upgraded with a new, more up-to-date processor and a more generous display that varies from 7" to 8.4" in the navigator version. The displays are all multitouch and the customizable menus also offer the possibility to adjust the air conditioning. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility was introduced.
The Latitude version now also has a USB jack on the back of the armrest dedicated to passengers sitting in the rear seats.
The European version introduced the new gasoline engines of theGlobal Small Engine (FireFly) family produced by FCA Poland Powertrain in Bielsko Biala (POLAND) in two versions: 1.0 L Turbo 3-cylinder 120 hp with direct injection, Multiair system and GPF filter, and 1.3 L Turbo Multiair with direct injection and GPF filter 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) and 132 kW (177 hp; 179 PS). The 1.0 L is available with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive, the 1.3 L with a 6-speed manual transmission, a 6-speed automatic double clutch or a 9-speed ZF automatic with front or 4-wheel drive. The diesel engines introduced the SCR system and are approved Euro6D-Temp.[22]
In September 2018, the facelifted Renegade was unveiled for the North American market (MY2019), which introduced the 1.3 L GSE Turbo Multiair engine with 132 kW (177 hp; 179 PS) as a replacement for the 1.4 L Fire Turbo Multiair, while the 2.4 L Tigershark engine remains available. The North American model has the same changes applied to the European model.[23]
In October 2018, the updated version for the South American market produced by FCA of Goiana (Pernambuco) in Brazil was introduced and presents only aesthetic updates with the adoption for all versions of the Trailhawk bumpers; the front and rear headlamps remain those of the previous model. The engines for the South American market are the 1.8 L E.Torq Evo gasoline and the 2.0 L Multijet diesel.[24]
For 2022, all models receive a standard U Connect 4C 8.4-inch (8.4") touchscreeninfotainment system, which includesSiriusXMSatellite Radio,SiriusXM Travel Link, andSiriusXM Guardian services, all with included trial subscriptions, as well as integratedGPS navigation andHD Radio. A new (RED) Edition, in partnership withProduct Red, is also available.
For the base Sport trim, the Beige interior color option has been discontinued, and the Jeep Active Safety Group now comes as standard equipment on all Renegade models. Nineteen-inch (19") tires and diamond-cut aluminum-alloy wheels are now available on the Limited trim when equipped with the optional Sun, Sound, and Wheels Package, which adds a dual-pane power panoramic moonroof and a nine-speakerAlpine premium amplified surround-sound audio system with a subwoofer.[25]
The 2.4 L engine option was discontinued for the US market.
For 2023,Jeep has unveiled a refreshed model of the Renegade for the Brazilian market. Featuring revised front-end styling and a revised 1.3L "Turbo-Flex" Turbocharged Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gasoline engine known as the "T270", the new model is also expected to debut for the rest of the world for the 2023model year.[26]
For 2023, in the US market, Jeep has discontinued the entry level Sport trim and all front-wheel drive versions of the Renegade, thus making all-wheel drive standard across the board. Latitude is now the entry trim level on the Renegade, and Altitude, Trailhawk, and Limited remain available.
Also for the 2023 model year, the Latitude-based Upland trim returns to the lineup, adding Trailhawk-inspired exterior styling elements to the base Latitude model. The interior includes bronze stitching.
The Jeep Renegade was discontinued in the US and Canada after the 2023 model year, following decreasing demand.[27] It continues to be sold in Europe, Mexico, South America, and other markets.
| Year | United States | Canada | Brazil | Europe[28] | China | Argentina | Mexico |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7,768 | ||||||
| 2015 | 60,946[29] | 2,261 | 39,187[30] | 53,940 | |||
| 2016 | 106,606 | 2,629 | 51,567[30] | 76,203 | 26,294 | 2,746 | |
| 2017 | 103,434[31] | 3,015[32] | 31,566[30] | 72,578 | 24,796[33] | 6,463[34] | 3,486[35] |
| 2018 | 97,062[31] | 1,193[36] | 46,344[37] | 72,457 | 17,232[38] | 11,035[39] | 3,024[40] |
| 2019 | 76,886[41] | 664 | 68,726[42] | 78,842 | 5,640[43] | 7,000[44] | 2,513[45] |
| 2020 | 62,847[41] | 355 | 56,865[46] | 58,975 | 2,468[43] | 6,142[47] | 1,733[45] |
| 2021 | 47,131[41] | 295 | 73,913 | 62,981 | 1,040 | 7,078[48] | 3,376[49] |
| 2022 | 27,549[50] | 345[51] | 51,318[52] | 5,941[53] | 3,559[54] | ||
| 2023 | 26,012 | 295 | 47,399[55] | ||||
| 2024 | 8,440[56] | 84[57] | 53,879[58] |