[Carfreak09]

I test drove them both and it's amazing how different their driving feel is. GM could learn a thing or two from Fiat on how to differentiate platform mates. I initially thought I would go for the Renegade on the simple fact that you could get more features with the manual tranny, specifically I wanted a sunroof/backup cam/fog lights/alloys and loved the MySky idea, whereas the 500X manual is only available in base trim, lacking even basic things like Bluetooth. 4 wheel drive was never a consideration for me as I simply don't need it. But when I drove the Renegade, I came away unimpressed. It felt slow off the line and very top heavy in turns. There was a lot of weight transfer when shifting gears that gave the impression the suspension was underdamped. The boxy styling is uniquely Jeep but I wasn't completely sold on it. The 500X was a totally different animal. It felt peppier off the line and the firmer suspension tune made it feel like a sporty car that just sits higher. It felt very European in how it drove. The body color dash piece and 2 tone seats also added some nice touches, giving it a brighter yet more luxurious feel. I also found the more elegant styling more appealing while still keeping a unique Fiat flavor. Because good handling is most important to me, the 500X ended up winning me over. I just wish they offered some options like Jeep does.

 

[Oggy]

The 500X in 1.6 diesel form (manual) is actually very sporty, but when I got back into our Trailhawk I understood why we bought it - it feels solid, more surefooted and the cabin is very nice with loads of features as standard.

 

[75th6spd4wd]

We have spent more time in the 500X, than the Renegade, Its OK, but I do NOT like that auto trans, and you can't get a 6spd manual and 4wd in the X, so Renegade it was.

 

[Newadventurer]

We have spent more time in the 500X, than the Renegade, Its OK, but I do NOT like that auto trans, and you can't get a 6spd manual and 4wd in the X, so Renegade it was.

Agreed. We got a 500x as a rental car. It was loaded with all the options and we really liked it. I went to the dealership to check it out and when I found out you couldn't get the manual with ANY options, so I crossed it off the list. They won't even put different wheels on the base model! Why bother even making a manual version of the 500x if it's only made in a version no one will buy? "See, no one bought the 6-speed, they must all want automatic". No! I just want a manual with alloy wheels and a sunroof!!!
Sorry...got carried away there....

Renegade is better simply because they offer more trim levels with stick

 

[Shadowshaggy]

We have spent more time in the 500X, than the Renegade, Its OK, but I do NOT like that auto trans, and you can't get a 6spd manual and 4wd in the X, so Renegade it was.

4wd manual Trekking was my hopes, but FCA refuses to offer it....so, I bought the Renegade and I don't regret it in the slightest. I would feel bad for scratching an X, as they do look nice. The Renegade tho, ****....my fishing rig, hunting truck, haul things just because I can rig, wife's dd, and whatever else I can come up with.

Plus I can go to Jeep club meetings and do off roading stuff now and not be upset if it gets scratched. Yay for 4x4 or as Jeep says, 4xForever

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[75th6spd4wd]

4wd manual Trekking was my hopes, but FCA refuses to offer it....so, I bought the Renegade and I don't regret it in the slightest. I would feel bad for scratching an X, as they do look nice. The Renegade tho, ****....my fishing rig, hunting truck, haul things just because I can rig, wife's dd, and whatever else I can come up with.

Plus I can go to Jeep club meetings and do off roading stuff now and not be upset if it gets scratched. Yay for 4x4 or as Jeep says, 4xForever

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Wanted a 4wd manual Trekking plus ourselves. LOL. Thats the main reason we went tan, makes it harder to see scratches and dings. Plus I was so sick of silver or blue.

 

[kevinfourlegs]

Plus I was so sick of silver or blue.

So I went with yellow. Only ever seen one other yellow Renegade apart from mine, but seen other colours in abundance, so exclusive club.

 

[75th6spd4wd]

So I went with yellow. Only ever seen one other yellow Renegade apart from mine, but seen other colours in abundance, so exclusive club.

I have a thing for yellow vehicles too. With the options I wanted, it was silver or tan within 350 miles

 

[jellywhopper]

We bought the renegade there were no other looks,we never second guessed our decision, we love it!!!!!!!!!

 

[tazzel]

This post is weird for me because these were my 2 final vehicle choices . Liked them both but in the end , living in Colorado, I decided on the Renegade. I want to be the one to push it into 4 wheel drive not the vehicle computer.

 

[kevinfourlegs]

This post is weird for me because these were my 2 final vehicle choices . Liked them both but in the end , living in Colorado, I decided on the Renegade. I want to be the one to push it into 4 wheel drive not the vehicle computer.

Definitely. I too would like to push it into 4WD rather than a computer. If I had a 4WD that is.

 

[got2bham]

It comes down to styling and where you live between these two. The Renegade is geared more for light off-roading and that’s apparent in the ground clearance, the front skid plate, and the trailhawk trim. The 500x is tuned for highway driving with the confidence of awd. I loved them both but ultimately I do more dirt driving than city driving. Also, the Renegade looks way more natural covered in dirt than the 500x.

 

[Peejsefiw]

Based on what I've seen so far........you are going to be very frustrated trying to correct spelling in this 'texting' world. Just let it go my friend, just let it go.