by Andy Zain

The Jeep Liberty is the newest compact crossover that is getting to attention of many SUV lovers- especially buyers that are looking for an off road vehicle. This model surpasses all others in its class with its great gas mileage and crash worthiness. Inspired by many European car models, the interior is breath taking and user friendly. Everything is just where it should be and where you’d expect it to be. The controls really make this car stand out.

* Many trims are available. You can get so many great options with any of the trims. Many people choose to order one with a moon roof or bigger wheels.

o This is a four wheel vehicle. It has maneuverability, traction, articulation, ground clearance and water fording. It was built for off road.

o The transmissions are available are the 4 speed automatic, 5 speed automatic and 6 speed manual transmissions. The Jeep Liberty 2009 model eliminated the 6 speed manual transmission model. This was because of high gas prices and high mileage that 6 speeds get.

* Every model comes with am fm stereos that include Sirius satellite digital radio. CD changers and GPS systems are optional if you want to pay more money for them.

* There are so many options that you can get with the Jeep Liberty. These include fog lamps, power moon roof, engine block heater, GPS, CD player and bigger tires.

o The engine is a V6 and the towing capacity is 5, 000 pounds.

o There are two models, the Sport and the Limited. You can get 16, 17 or 18 inch tires.

o Gas mileage is reported to be 16 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. The gas tank is 19. 5 gallons.

* Since safety is a major concern with SUVS, Jeep Liberty comes with anti lock brakes, traction control and stability control. There are also a lot of airbags, including side curtain airbags.

* The Jeep Liberty is gray and comes in many different shades of gray. The leather and extra padding costs more money. The space in the back is 31. 5 CF and if you put the back seats down it is 64. 6 CF. There is also a lot of leg room and the front has a lot of space.

* The head lights that come with the Jeep Liberty are standard.

* The keyless entry with remote comes with every model.

The Jeep Liberty is a sturdy vehicle with its anti roll bars, better shocks and low rollback brake calipers. It sells for around $25, 000 for the four wheel drive models. It’s even more if you add more options. A Jeep Liberty with all of the options is only in the low $30, 000′s. If you want to off road then this is the vehicle for you. It handles very well off road- that’s what it was designed for!

Being a compact crossover gives the Jeep Liberty the advantage of great gas mileage. It may be a bit smaller than most SUVs but for the price it has everything you could want. Take the entire family on a great ride for less money. Starting at $23, 000, the Jeep Liberty surpasses all other SUVs in its class.

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