Dodge Journey vs. Jeep Patriot
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Journey and the Jeep Patriot.
When we compare the Dodge Journey's and the Jeep Patriot's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Journey has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Jeep Patriot has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Journey's and the Jeep Patriot's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Journey is a better car than the Jeep Patriot.
Pricing: A used 2017 Dodge Journey ranges from $5,900 to $16,449 while a used 2017 Jeep Patriot is priced between $6,050 to $16,495.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Journey’s base engine makes 173 horsepower, and the Jeep Patriot base engine makes 158 horsepower. The Journey is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. The Patriot is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 408 miles.This gives the Jeep Patriot the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Journey the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Journey has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Jeep Patriot has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear leg room. The Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The Dodge Journey has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21195
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
29141
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
21195 - 34210
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18040
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
20471
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
17995 - 26100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
10618
Price Range:
5900 - 16449
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
17205
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
10618 - 28491
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
361
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
120003
# Good or Great Deals:
146
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
10882
Price Range:
6050 - 16495
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
13164
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10877 - 15776
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
258
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
103163
# Good or Great Deals:
134
Dodge Journey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Jeep Patriot Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Journey
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
0.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.1 - 8.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.077
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Patriot
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.1 - 5.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.062
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9972118286979792
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 11.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.167540480262011
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.1 - 3.9
Dodge Journey Rankings
Not yet available
Jeep Patriot Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Journey Trim Levels
Crossroad, Crossroad Plus, GT, SE, SXT
Jeep Patriot Trim Levels
High Altitude, Latitude, Sport, Sport 75th Anniversary, Sport SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
173 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
141 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 408 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
39.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3818 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
66.6 inches
Length:
192.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3136 lbs
Width:
69.2 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
173.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clear Coat
Blue
Contusion Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Pearl Coat
Green
Verde Oliva
Red
Redline 2 Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Clear Coat
White
Vice White / White Noise Tri-Coat
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Blue
True Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Not available
Red
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Brown
Mojave Sand Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Light Frost Beige
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Slate Gray / Dark Slate Gray/Light Pebble Beige
