Safety

Standard safety feature highlights include ABS with brake assist, an electronic stability system with traction control and side curtain airbags. Notable safety options include front-seat-mounted side-impact airbags designed to supplement the standard curtains with added torso protection, and a tire pressure monitoring system. As of this report, the Patriot has not been crash tested.

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    Interior
    My kids complained all week about the Patriot's lack of legroom in the backseat. The rear seats seem stuck in the olden days since they don't slide back and forth like many crossovers do these day ...

    To Vary The Speed Setting
    While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by pressing and holding the RES + button. If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (8 km/h) increme ...

    Occupant Classification System (OCS)
    The OCS is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle. It is designed to turn off the passenger Advanced Front Air Bag for an empty seat and for occupants classified i ...