2003 Jeep Liberty Renegade review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Automatic transmission slippage at 40000 miles.
Fuel mileage was poor.
General comments?
The transmission seems to slip when backing up a small grade like my driveway. Feels like not enough pressure from the torque converter to hold the bands tight. Dealer could not find anything wrong. This will probably be the case until the warranty runs out and then they will find it. This is my 3rd Jeep, but first Liberty. Transmissions in my Grand Cherokees went 125,000 before needing major service. Also it seems like the gearing on it is not matched to the engine power band. Going up hill is a real struggle and always have to take it out of overdrive to keep at 65mph. I finally found the combo for improving my mileage. I get 19 around town and 23 to 24 on hi way. I cleaned the Throttle body, threw away my K&N and put a stock one back in, drive at 70mph tops and use Mobile 87 octane gas. The car weighs more than my Cherokee's and has a lot more wind resistance. This destroys the mileage.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.7 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 21000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 28th November, 2006 |