2004 Jeep Liberty: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

A tire-pressure monitor and hands-free cell-phone link are newly available on Liberty for 2004. Jeep's compact SUV is a 4-dr wagon with a tailgate that swings open to the left and carries the outside-mounted spare tire. The base Sport model comes with a 150-hp 4-cyl engine. Optional on Sport and standard on Limited and Renegade models is a 210-hp V6. The 4 cyl uses manual transmission, the V6 gets manual or automatic. Liberty offers rear-wheel drive or a choice of two 4WD systems, both with low-range gearing. Jeep's Command-Trac 4WD must be disengaged on dry pavement. Selec-Trac 4WD can be left engaged on dry pavement. Liberty's 5000-lb towing capacity is tops among compact SUVs. Head-protecting curtain side airbags and ABS are optional. Four-wheel disc brakes are standard. Liberty has standard 16-inch wheels; 17s are optional on some models. A 65/35 split folding rear seat is standard, and leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a sunroof are available. Renegade's exclusive appearance features include a roof light bar and "bolt-on-look" fender arches. Sport models gain an AM/FM/CD player as standard for '04, and all Libertys now maintain accessory power for 10 minutes after the key has been removed from the ignition. New options include the tire-pressure monitor and Chrysler's UConnect, which uses the audio system as a hands-free, wireless link to cell phones.