[kj11]

So you told us everything you got to say ... you bought US and are a nice Citizen ... now you can get over to a GMC Forum and complain about that Trash you bought over there ... just like it is usual in Forums ... >

Perfect. Because I didn't buy something you like its trash. Makes sense. Stay classy, buddy.

 

[mad trapper]

I test drove a black Latitude here in CT today, 9 speed auto, 2.4, nicely loaded with power seats, heated steering wheel, all that stuff. I had mixed feelings about the car, which I'll list below. Bottom line - we might buy one in a few months, but we're going to go cross-shop some other vehicles first.



Our first impression walking up to the Renegade was that it's huge. But I knew better. The Renegade is an inch shorter than my Soul, the same width, but a crucial 3" higher. The blocky design makes it look much bigger than it really is.



My 5'0" wife almost couldn't sit in the driver's seat because the thigh support goes out so far. With longer legs, it was comfortable for me. If you're short, think about the seats. She said it was literally painful to get through a 15 minute test drive.



The seating height was awesome if you're into high seating (we are). We parked our Soul next to the Renegade to compare, and our eyes were at least a full head higher in the Renegade.



The driving dynamics were fine. The car is reasonably quiet and goes about its duties in a competent manner. Unless you're an idiot on the road, this car has higher limits than you, but that goes for any 2015 car you buy.



The interior materials were a nice quality and a soft look. I frankly expected a much more garish interior from the pictures, but it was OK if you like a macho American truck design aesthetic. I found the Jeep Easter eggs tedious after about 30 seconds.



If you like things square and solid, and you like feeling like you're in a tank riding down the road - this is your vehicle. In fact, my wife liked it for that very reason. And the dealer told us he could shorten the seat a bit for her.



If you like your design sparse, restrained, elegant and European - this ain't that. A good example are the huge A-pillars. I felt like I was looking at the world ahead through a tank periscope. Rear visibility was OK.



Drive it for yourself and make your own conclusions. I sort of liked it, but it didn't blow me away.

How did it compare to the Soul? I was interested in the Renegade since it can actually tow a small camper unlike the Soul.
Kinda hesitant now after hearing of all the problems and reading some of the horror stories here. Of course I was worried going from many Hondas to the Soul even after researching and finding great owner satisfaction.
Before the Hondas we had Dodges and had great luck.


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[LonN]

How did it compare to the Soul? I was interested in the Renegade since it can actually tow a small camper unlike the Soul.
Kinda hesitant now after hearing of all the problems and reading some of the horror stories here. Of course I was worried going from many Hondas to the Soul even after researching and finding great owner satisfaction.
Before the Hondas we had Dodges and had great luck.

We have a Soul. In our test drive, the Renegade felt bigger (and certainly taller) than our Soul. Heavier - but a bit more pick-up as well. I certainly felt like I was driving a more substantial vehicle. The rear hatch area seemed a tad bigger than the Soul as well. How it would do towing a small camper, I'm not sure. It wasn't like there was extra power. But if you aren't concerned about getting to the camping spot quickly, I'm sure it would do fine.

 

[mad trapper]

We have a Soul. In our test drive, the Renegade felt bigger (and certainly taller) than our Soul. Heavier - but a bit more pick-up as well. I certainly felt like I was driving a more substantial vehicle. The rear hatch area seemed a tad bigger than the Soul as well. How it would do towing a small camper, I'm not sure. It wasn't like there was extra power. But if you aren't concerned about getting to the camping spot quickly, I'm sure it would do fine.

I'm looking at Little Guy Teardrop campers, only weigh 800-900 lbs. Not sure if I want to try that with the Soul.


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[sEEkEr]

Well...overall the car is a great buy IMO...Would have been nice to have a "Sport" trans mode for around town jockying as it's a little laggy off the line and I was really surprised it has no home link for the garage door....

All that being said I drove my new Mojave Lat 4x4 home today....

 

[Teddy]

hahaha, that's funny. Never crossed my mind actually, but especially in the color, I can see it. Any chance I can get the dealer to add on the wood paneling?

I like the color,but nothing else

 

[flaps]

Yuck -ola

Man that is one ugly beast, the lights, the center grill, holy crap, how did they find that much plasti chrome in one place,


I rented one of those, and it was lousy, bad mpg, the passenger side vent fell out when I tried to adjust it, and it was a rental but with under 300 miles on it.


Not a GM fan, and too be fair never have been.


Chris

Well, couldn't get the wood paneling thrown in, but I'm extremely happy with my decision. Not only is the size better than the Renegade, but the ride is infinitely nicer.

 

[rhafe123]

I just got my Renegade and it felt a little squirrelly on the freeway. Hoping I can get used to that. Many reviews, (the one's I didn't see) said they are not great for long distance.

 

[kevinfourlegs]

I have done a 270 mile five hour run four times in my Renegade and found it great. On the motorway, cruise control set to 70 mph and it was enjoyable. I have arthritis and the electric lumbar adjustment is spot on.

On the M4 motorway linking Wales to England we have to travel over the bridge that crosses the river Severn which can be liable to crosswinds and found the Renegade great with no issues.

It may sound stupid, but are you running the correct tyre pressures? I ask as I have driven vehicles with over inflated tyres and they can feel like they are wandering when speed builds up.

 

[rhafe123]

It's probably just me (it usually is).

 

[kevinfourlegs]

Don't be too hard on yourself

What's the furthest that you have been in your Renegade? Take it for a good run and you may well be surprised.

 

[Spitfire]

Bottom line - we might buy one in a few months, but we're going to go cross-shop some other vehicles first.

Our first impression walking up to the Renegade was that it's huge. But I knew better. The Renegade is an inch shorter than my Soul, the same width, but a crucial 3" higher. The blocky design makes it look much bigger than it really is.

My 5'0" wife almost couldn't sit in the driver's seat because the thigh support goes out so far. With longer legs, it was comfortable for me. If you're short, think about the seats. She said it was literally painful to get through a 15 minute test drive.

If you like things square and solid, and you like feeling like you're in a tank riding down the road - this is your vehicle. In fact, my wife liked it for that very reason. And the dealer told us he could shorten the seat a bit for her.

If you like your design sparse, restrained, elegant and European - this ain't that. A good example are the huge A-pillars. I felt like I was looking at the world ahead through a tank periscope. Rear visibility was OK.

Hmmm. I did some cross-shopping, but (as I've complained bitterly elsewhere) I found that finding an SUV with both 4WD and a manual transmission is difficult, and getting moreso.

I like the size, and the "blocky design." I'm finding that every other SUV looks like every other SUV out there; the aerodynamic egg shape aesthetic has taken over the segment. Nothing wrong with that, but I like to have some Utility along with the Sport in my S-U vehicle. I parked my Suzuki Grand Vitara next to the Renegade, and while the Rene is smaller, it is largely in length due to the short front end--the interior is much the same size (I measured).

I'm short myself (5'4") and like your wife, I found the front seats a bit uncomfortable due to the thigh bolster. In the Limited, with the electric adjustable drivers seat that tilts, I could get a better fit, but the lower trim levels don't have that. I may have to do some minor seat mods (or just add a pillow under my butt).

I do like the solid feel of the car. Drove a Geo something-or-other years ago that felt like a pop can--the Rene definitely doesn't feel like that, thankfully!

As for the large A-pillars--it seems every car has those nowadays. Drove a friend's Honda Fit, and the A-pillars were not only enormous, but right where I want to look when turning. My wife's Suzuki SX4 is nearly as bad. And if you want to experience poor visibility, drive a Mini--especially for a short guy like me, it seems I'm just peering over the dashboard (this is completely the opposite of the SX4, which--despite the massive A-pillars--feels like I'm riding in a bubble). The Renegade isn't great for visibility, but it's not bad either.

All in all, I'm happy with my choice. Hopefully that feeling will last.

 

[kevinfourlegs]

I like the size, and the "blocky design." I'm finding that every other SUV looks like every other SUV out there; the aerodynamic egg shape aesthetic has taken over the segment.

The Renegade isn't great for visibility, but it's not bad either.

All in all, I'm happy with my choice. Hopefully that feeling will last.

A lot of vehicles look like every other one in the same class. It is refreshing that Jeep made a Tonka toy and not something generic that gets lost in a parking lot.

I am 5' 9" and have no issues with visibility, whether it is front, sides or the rear. I can see why some who maybe vertically challenged can have visibility issues.

I have been happy with mine since day one back in September 2015. Apart from a couple of very minor niggles, it hasn't spoilt my enjoyment of the Renegade. It has been everything that I hoped it would be.

 

[rhafe123]

Don't be too hard on yourself

What's the furthest that you have been in your Renegade? Take it for a good run and you may well be surprised.

I will if I ever get it back from the shop. It's been three days, so far.......

 

[jamesmsmall]

The only color I consider buying black