2016 Jeep Renegade
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2016 Jeep Renegade is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFV), 2.4L 4-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFV), 2.4L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.4 L to 2.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 6 to 9 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.
16V545000: TRAILER HITCHES
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to June 25, 2016, equipped with a factory-installed optional trailer hitch package. The trailer hitch assembly may have been attached with only a single fastener per side, not three per side as required.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install two additional fasteners per side, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
Reported July 20, 2016. View on NHTSA
16E013000: SUSPENSION:REAR
Daystar Products International, Inc. (Daystar) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets included in Daystar's 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5" spacer kit, part KJ09168BK, shipped from Daystar to distributors between October 27, 2015 and November 5, 2015. The affected spacers may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange on the rear control arm bracket, that…
Remedy: Daystar will notify owners, and direct them to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by…
Reported February 18, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 13, 2026
Data verified: October 13, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Jeep Renegade have?
Varies by configuration: 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFV), 2.4L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Jeep Renegade?
Combined fuel economy is 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2016 Jeep Renegade front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2016 Jeep Renegade?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.