2015 Toyota RAV 4 XLE AWD vs. Jeep Patriot Latitude 4X4 – Which to buy - Torque News
RAV 4 XLE AWD vs. Jeep Patriot Latitude 4x4 – Overview. The RAV 4 is now a very refined, spacious, and safe crossover with few flaws having been completely reworded a few years back. The RAV 4 is an excellent commuter vehicle, family vehicle, and all-weather vehicle for those that need to carry up to five passengers. The RAV 4 XLE is considered the “Value” trim by many and at $29K only has a few things missing one would expect in a well-optioned vehicle. The Jeep Patriot is the intended successor to the vintage Jeep Cherokee. The Patriot has the classic Jeep looks, and in the trim we tested comes ready to tackle off-road trails or logging roads. RAV 4 XLE AWD vs. Jeep Patriot Latitude 4x4 – Drivetrains. Like most of the compact crossovers in the U. S. market, the RAV 4 uses an in-line four cylinder engine. The all-wheel drive is really more of an all-weather drive system. The RAV 4 has good around town power and returns 25 MPG combined making it competitive with the top vehicles in its segment for fuel economy. The Jeep Patriot uses a 2. 4-liter engine with 172 hp and CVT transmission. Source: www.torquenews.com
