Jeep Liberty
2009–2012 model years · Generation introduced 2008
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- Available years
- 2009–2012
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $3,325–$4,925
The overview
The boxier looking 2008 redesign brought little improvement in driving dynamics. It also remained noisy and cramped. In fact, we ranked this version of the Liberty lower than its predecessor and it is the lowest-rated vehicle in its category for the time. Ride quality is unsettled, handling is clumsy and the noisy engine uses too much fuel. The interior is too small, uncomfortable and fit and finish are poor. On the other hand, the Jeep tows well and offroad terrain is handled masterfully. A full-time four-wheel drive system was an option. The 2012 models were the last for the Liberty.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 ↗ Sport 4-door SUV 4WD 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $4,925 | Not rated | 3/5 | 17 MPG |
| 2011 ↗ Sport 4-door SUV 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $4,175 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
| 2010 ↗ Sport 4-door SUV 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $3,675 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
| 2009 ↗ Sport 4-door SUV 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $3,325 | Not rated | Not rated | 17 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2012 model
Sport 4-door SUV 4WD 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,925
- Retail value range
- $4,650 - $5,400
- Original MSRP range
- $23,395 - $28,995
- Trade-in range
- $1,870 - $2,585
Ratings
- Road test score
- 27/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 50%
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 21 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 11 MPG
- Tested highway
- 22 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,015
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 150 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 70 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 4,220 lb
- Maximum load
- 950 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 36.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 1/5
- Driving
- 1/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 2/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 2/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 6706 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
Sport 4-door SUV 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,175
- Retail value range
- $4,075 - $4,700
- Original MSRP range
- $23,250 - $28,250
- Trade-in range
- $1,395 - $1,935
Ratings
- Road test score
- 27/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 21 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 11 MPG
- Tested highway
- 22 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,015
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 150 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 70 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 4,220 lb
- Maximum load
- 950 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 36.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 2/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5841 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
Sport 4-door SUV 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,675
- Retail value range
- $3,525 - $3,975
- Original MSRP range
- $23,255 - $28,735
- Trade-in range
- $1,120 - $1,340
Ratings
- Road test score
- 27/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 21 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 11 MPG
- Tested highway
- 22 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,015
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 150 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 70 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 4,220 lb
- Maximum load
- 950 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 36.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 3/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7499 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2009 model
Sport 4-door SUV 3.7-liter V6 (210 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2009 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- 4WD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,325
- Retail value range
- $3,100 - $3,500
- Original MSRP range
- $23,015 - $27,730
- Trade-in range
- $795 - $1,100
Ratings
- Road test score
- 27/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 15 MPG
- EPA highway
- 21 MPG
- EPA combined
- 17 MPG
- Tested city
- 11 MPG
- Tested highway
- 22 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,015
- Cruising range
- 310 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 150 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 48.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 177 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 70 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 4,220 lb
- Maximum load
- 950 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 36.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Vehicle ID: 5882 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
