DecodedCars2019 Jeep Renegade
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- Sport/Latitude/Limited 4X4, Sport/Latitude/Limited FWD, Trailhawk 4X4
- Engines
- 1.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 24 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 166.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3,025–3,490 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints80 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 285 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 23% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Jeep Renegade is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.3L 4-cyl turbo and 2.4L 4-cyl) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 167 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 101-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,190 lb (Sport/Latitude/Limited 4X4).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway), 8% better than the 2019 small SUV average of 25.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,500 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2019
- Engine added: 1.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 1.4L 4-cyl turbo
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Renegade →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport/Latitude/Limited 4X4 | 166.9 in | 71.3 in | 65.7 in | 101.2 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,190 lb | 60/40 |
| Sport/Latitude/Limited FWD | 166.9 in | 71.3 in | 65.7 in | 101.2 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,025 lb | 60/40 |
| Trailhawk 4X4 | 166.9 in | 71.3 in | 66.9 in | 101.2 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,490 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renegade 2WD | 1.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | +8% | $2,500 | 328 |
| Renegade 4WD | 1.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | +9% | $2,600 | 348 |
| Renegade 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | 0% | $2,700 | 357 |
| Renegade 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | +1% | $2,800 | 371 |
| Renegade Trailhawk 4WD | 1.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 27 / 24 | +1% | $2,800 | 370 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 JEEP RENEGADE SUV 2WD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 18% |
| 2019 JEEP RENEGADE SUV 4WD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 23% |
Similar 2019 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Jeep Renegade (this car) | 27 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2019 Hyundai Tucson | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2019 Jeep Wrangler | 24 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2019 Kia Sportage | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2019 Jeep Compass | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2019 Hyundai Kona | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2019 Subaru Crosstrek | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
Recalls (4)
Seat Belts › Front · Jul 3, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V510000 · 337,128 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2023 Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and 2024 Fiat 500E vehicles. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.
- Risk
- A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 10, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V191000 · 319,610 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Risk
- The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module · Jun 11, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V438000 · 869 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade vehicles equipped with the Upland trim package. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have been incorrectly calibrated.
- Risk
- The miscalibrated ORC may incorrectly deploy the air bags during a frontal crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC. The recall began September 24, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V73.
Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module · Apr 10, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V287000 · 25,004 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X vehicles. Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features.
- Risk
- Deactivated passive safety features can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V42.
Not every 2019 Jeep Renegade is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 Jeep Renegade buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 27 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 15 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 9 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 28,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Jeep Renegade. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Renegade years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Renegade | 26 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 20 |
| 2022 Renegade | 27 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 27 |
| 2021 Renegade | 27 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 67 |
| 2020 Renegade | 27 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 63 |
| 2018 Renegade | 26 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 444 |
| 2017 Renegade | 26 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 566 |
| 2016 Renegade | 27 | 166.9 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 431 |
| 2015 Renegade | 27 | 166.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 512 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →