Jeep's compact off-roader didn't change much from 2011Last year's 70th Anniversary edition and Sport Jet models have been dropped. Minor equipment changes include Sport trims offer a Driver Convenience Group that includes Bluetooth, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and UConnect voice command. UConnect is standard on Limited Jet trims. New colors include Deep Cherry Red, True Blue Pearl, Mineral Gray, Canyon Brown. Natural Green, Light Sandstone and Dark Charcoal have been dropped.
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New Liberty Jet trim brings upscale looks; three new pearl colors; standard steering wheel audio controls, along with three new Media Center options.
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Like much of the Jeep lineup, there are no substantial changes for the 2010 Liberty.
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The Jeep Liberty benefits from many small changes for 2009. The Liberty's ride has been improved thanks to a revised suspension setup and improved braking. Automatic headlights are now standard across the lineup, while one-touch up/down front windows are now a part of Limited models, as are improved interior upholstery surfaces. SIRIUS satellite radio is now standard on the Sport. Deep Water Blue Pearl exterior paint replaces Modern Blue Pearl, and Sunburst Orange Pearl is an optional color. The 6-speed manual transmission has been dropped, leaving only a 4-speed automatic.
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The Jeep Liberty is all-new for 2008, with a more rugged appearance that borrows cues from the larger Commander and classic Wrangler models, along with a more comfortable and spacious interior design and a newly available Sky Slider full-length canvas roof. New suspension and steering systems also help improve ride and handling. The Liberty is still classified as a compact sport-utility vehicle, but front and rear seating space has been improved, and cargo length is also increased.
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For 2007 the Jeep Liberty Renegade has been discontinued, leaving the Sport and Limited trims. Additionally, the 2.8L diesel engine that was previously available on four-wheel-drive models has been dropped due to revised federal emissions standards. A new exterior color, Jeep Green Metallic, is available, and the Limited trim now gets Sirius satellite radio standard.
SelectBrowse ListingsIn 2002, Jeep introduced the Liberty as a replacement for the aging Cherokee fleet. It would become the most economical car in the lineup, designed to mold popular Cherokee trim levels and engine displacements into one all-around SUV. In 2003, Jeep revamped the interior design of the Liberty by adding a few tweaks, new safety items, a six-disc CD changer, all-wheel disc brakes, a tachometer on the gauge cluster and a few other minor changes.
The 2004 Liberty now offered passenger grab-handles as well as a new tire pressure monitoring system, and featured the UConnect for hands-free cellphone conversation. This model year also introduced several new trims, like the Jeep Liberty Columbia Edition, new wheels, and new exterior options like fog lights, a sun roof and body moldings. In 2005, Jeep introduced a diesel engine option, added a new fascia on the front, a new grill, fog lights, fender flares and side moldings.
The interior gauge cluster was also updated, and new off-road features, like rock rails and skid plates were offered as options. A six-speed manual was introduced to replace the five-speed manual transmission, too. No major changes were made for the 2006 model year. In 2007, Jeep discontinued the Renegade trim and ditched the 2.8-liter diesel engine as well. In 2008, Jeep completely redesigned the Liberty, adding a new four-wheel-drive system and using higher quality materials. Jeep also introduced the Sky Slider sunroof.
The carmaker now offered a lifetime powertrain warranty as well. The 2009 model year saw a few minor changes made to the interior and exterior of the Liberty. In 2010, Jeep added the new Renegade trim and made minor changes to the vehicle. The 2011 Liberty was updated with a new steering wheel and updates were made to the infotainment console as well. In 2012, Jeep added the Jet trim and Artic trim, and offered parking sensors as an upgrade for all vehicles.
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