2011 Jeep Liberty Des Moines

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The 2011 Jeep Liberty may not have the off road prowess of the Wrangler..yet it offers a perfect combination of road manners, convenience features, and excellent off-roading skills, especially when you compare it to others in its class. The Liberty is available in three trim levels, Sport, Renegade, and Limited. Both two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive systems are offered on the Sport and Limited trims, while the Renegade is equipped with four-wheel drive only. The Liberty also has an interesting feature available: the SkySlider option is a full-length open canvas sunroof that can slide accordion-style forward, backward or partially opened to any position in-between.  The Liberty got minor revisions from 2010, it is the same on the outside, but inside there is an all-new navigation system. Also for 2011, Jeep Liberty gets a passenger side, instrument panel-mounted grab handle. Two new color options for all 2011 Liberty models are Deep Molten Red and Timberline Green. Both the Selec-Trac II and Command-Trac II four-wheel-drive systems are very well integrated into Liberty's various systems, including traction control, Electronic Stability Program, hill-start assist, hill-descent control and available trailer tow package. The 2011 Liberty represents Jeep as an option for a new generation of SUV buyers who value on-road refinement and ruggedness.

Powering the 2011 Liberty

The standard powertrain in all 2011 Liberty models is a 210 hp 3.7-liter V6 and a four-speed automatic transmission. Rated at 210 horsepower (157 kW) at 5,200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm, 2011 Jeep Liberty offers abundant engine performance to match its world-class design. When equipped with the automatic transmission and the trailer tow group, this engine provides tow capability of 5,000 lbs. that is unmatched in the segment. 2011 Jeep Liberty's Jeep-engineered, coil spring independent front suspension combines with a link-coil rear suspension to provide exceptional on-road refinement, while maintaining its legendary Jeep 4x4 off-road capability and durability. True to its tough, capable Jeep off-road lineage, the Jeep Liberty was designed to actually venture off-road -- a trait not shared by many of its lighter-weight, car-based sport-utility competitors. It does so confidently thanks to steep approach and departure angles and exceptional suspension travel and articulation. A 19.5-gallon fuel tank provides an approximate driving range of 389 miles.

2011 Jeep Liberty Design

The exterior design of the Jeep Liberty is rugged and boxy, much like its cousin, the Dodge Nitro, who it shares a platform with. The current model is 2.5 inches longer and 0.8 inch wider than the previous generation (2002-07), with a wheelbase that grows by 1.8 inches. The Liberty features Jeep's traditional seven-slot grille and trapezoidal fender flares that enhance the vehicle's side profile. Unlike many panoramic sunroofs offered today, Jeep's Sky Slider roof is made of canvas rather than glass. The fabric roof folds on itself as it opens, and Jeep says the top is leak-proof. The Liberty is unmistakable as a Jeep.  Its tall, upright, angular styling fits with the current Jeep design idiom while also recalling the 1990s Cherokee. Whereas the last model had some soft lines and skewed 60/40 toward women buyers, Jeep feels the new model's more rugged looks will attract an even split of male/female buyers.

Inside the '11 Jeep Liberty

Standard equipment includes SIRIUS satellite radio, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes with brake assist, all-speed traction control, and electronic roll mitigation. The second row of the Liberty offers lots of head room. Leg room is decent, even with the front seats all the way back. The gauges in this Jeep model are easy to spot and the controls are simple to use. The climate functions are controlled by three simple knobs and the radio and other vehicle controls are straightforward. There is a useful cubby on the center of the dash top, and a sizable grab handle is located just above the smallish glove box. The center console is deep and has a removable tray on top. There is also a small tray next to the shift handle. In 4WD models, a small electronic switch replaces the previous generation's transfer case lever.

New Jeep Liberty Lineup

The Sport trim features include cloth upholstery, air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, 65/35 split folding rear seats, power mirrors, power locks, power windows, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo and auxiliary input jack, vehicle information center, and P225/75R16 all-season tires on aluminum wheels. Floor mats come standard.

The Liberty Renegade is offered in either Salsa Red Pearl Coat exterior, as well as Natural Green Pearl Coat, Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat or Stone White Clear Coat and is distinguished by 16-inch wheels, dark neutral metallic wheel flares, lower side sills, front and rear fascia, body side moldings and rear license plate bar; black headlamp bezel; Argent Silver accent on the lower fascia appliqué and roof rack; Satin Black vinyl hood graphics; deep-tint glass; fog lamps; skid plates and tow hooks.

Limited come standard with Yes Essentials cloth upholstery, heated power mirrors, 368-watt Infinity sound system with eight speakers, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel with redundant audio and vehicle information center controls, auto-dimming rearview mirror, roof rails, six-way power driver's seat, fold-flat front passenger seat, universal garage door opener, antitheft alarm, fog lamps, full-size spare and P235/65R17 all-season tires on aluminum wheels.

Conclusions

Safety features of the '11 Liberty include the mandated dual front airbags, plus head-protecting side-curtain airbags with rollover sensors and front side airbags for torso protection. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes with brake assist, hill start assist, traction control, and electronic stability control with rollover mitigation. The antilock brakes have rough road detection; when rough conditions are detected, the system holds the brake pulses longer to better slow the vehicle. Hill descent control is standard on 4x4 models. Optional safety features include trailer sway control and rear obstacle detection. With a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, rugged off-road capability and plenty of cargo space, the Jeep Liberty is a good choice for small families or couples that tow boats or go camping. For the latest up dates on this Jeep model, view the official Jeep Liberty website.