Recent Arrival! 2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk The 2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk is the rugged, Trail Rated version of the Renegade lineup. Its designed for light-to-moderate off-road use while retaining everyday comfort and SUV practicality. Its essentially Jeeps smallest SUV with the most genuine off-road hardware available in the Renegade family. Powertrain & Mechanical Engine & Transmission â2.4 L Tigershark I-4 engine (standard on Trailhawk) ~180 hp and ~175 lb-ft torque â9-speed automatic transmission â4Ã4 drivetrain with Jeep Active Drive Low (includes a 20:1 crawl ratio) significant for off-road traction/control Off-Road Capability The Trailhawk trim is engineered for off-road use with âTrail Rated badge (traction, ground clearance, etc.) â8.7 inches (222 mm) of ground clearance âJeep Active Drive Low 4Ã4 system with rock mode and low crawl ratio for slow, tough terrain âSelec-Terrain Traction Management System to tailor traction to conditions (mud, sand, snow, rock) âSkid plates for underbody protection âHill Descent Control for controlled down-hill driving âSignature red tow hooks front and rear âWater fording capability up to ~19 inches (48 cm) These help make it notably more capable off pavement than most compact SUVs. Dimensions & Capacity âSeating: 5 passengers âCargo Volume: ~18.5 cu ft behind rear seats expands with seats folded âTowing Capacity: Up to ~2,000 lbs when properly equipped Features & Equipment Standard / Common Features âAll-wheel drive with low-range mode â9-speed automatic transmission âMultiple terrain drive modes âRedesigned bumpers and Trailhawk-specific badging âDual front/rear tow hooks âUconnect infotainment (5 or optional 6.5 touchscreen) âSafety tech: stability control, hill-start assist, airbags, tire pressure monitoring Optional / higher-trim features can include: âLeather and heated seats âDual-zone climate control âMy Sky removable roof panels (open-air experience) âBlind-spot monitoring and cross-path detection Fuel Economy Fuel economy for 2017 compact SUV isnt class-leading, but the Trailhawk is competitive given the 4Ã4 hardware often around mid-20s mpg combined (exact EPA varies by conditions). On-Road & Daily Use The Trailhawk balances off-road capability with everyday comfort: âComfortable ride and seating for five âEasy urban maneuverability for a small SUV âGood visibility and cargo flexibility âInfotainment and convenience tech comparable to rivals Summary Who I
