One of the biggest reasons the Jeep Patriot didn’t sell was the lack of technology. Why Jeep decided not to add any modern tech is bizarre. It might have had to do with keeping the price point down, but with other crossovers in the same price point that did offer tech, it may have spelled the end for the Patriot.

For 2014, Jeep replaces the often-criticized continuously variable transmission that’s been used in the Compass since its introduction with a new Hyundai-designed six-speed step-gear automatic. It’s standard on the mid-level Compass Latitude and range-topping Limited trims, and optional on the base Sport model.

6-speed automaticContinuous variable transmission5-speed manual

2017

Do all Jeep Patriots have Easter eggs? Since then, pretty much every Jeep vehicle has included at least one Easter Egg . According to Mopar Insiders, the Easter eggs can be found on each of the brand’s vehicles.

Cheapest New SUVs (With Automatic Transmission)

• 2021 Hyundai Kona SE: $21,685.
• 2021 Mazda CX-3 Sport: $21,965.
• 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport S: $22,090.
• 2021 Honda HR-V LX: $22,395.
• 2021 Chevrolet Trax LS: $22,595.
• 2021 Kia Seltos LX: $23,165.
• 2021 Mazda CX-30 S: $23,225.
• 2021 Jeep Renegade Sport: $24,345.

2020 Toyota Highlander The 2020 Toyota Highlander is a crossover SUV with seating for up to eight passengers across three rows of seats, and it should be among the least expensive of them to maintain.

Best 2019 Affordable Midsize SUVs

• 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe.
• 2019 Kia Sorento.
• 2019 Mazda CX-9.
• 2019 Honda Passport.
• 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
• 2019 Chevrolet Traverse.
• 2019 Dodge Durango.
• 2019 Ford Flex.