“I love the way it drives, all of the safety notifications it prompts, the fact I can easily load a wheelchair in the back, lower back seats for more room, and plenty of room in front for a tall person of 6'5 to fit comfortably. Also, the reclining capability is great.”
2023 Jeep Renegade: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Jeep Renegade is that every U.S. version has 4x4; Jeep dropped the Sport trim and all front-wheel-drive models. Latitude became the entry trim, while the Upland special edition joined the lineup.
About the 2023 Jeep Renegade
1st generation (2015-2023), final U.S. model year, in the post-2019 refresh phase.
Jeep positions the Renegade as a small SUV with real Jeep character instead of a generic city crossover. In 2023, its main draw is simple size plus genuine 4x4 hardware across the U.S. range, giving it more dirt-road and bad-weather confidence than most subcompact rivals. The model’s boxy styling, upright seating position, easy-to-use touchscreen, and true off-road Trailhawk version set it apart from roomier but less adventurous competitors.
The 2023 lineup starts with the well-equipped Latitude, which has a 1.3-liter turbo engine, an 8.4-inch navigation touchscreen, and several driver-assistance features. Limited emphasizes comfort with leather, heated front seats, and adaptive cruise control, while Trailhawk is the off-road-focused model with extra ground clearance, skid plates, and a low-range 4x4 system. Upland brings tougher-looking bumpers and bronze cabin accents, while Altitude uses gloss-black exterior details for a more street-focused look.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The U.S. lineup became 4x4-only when Jeep dropped all front-wheel-drive versions. Every trim uses the carryover 1.3-liter turbo four-cylinder engine and nine-speed automatic.
Styling
Upland joined as a Latitude-based special edition with off-road-inspired bumpers, black exterior trim, and bronze cabin accents. Altitude gained a body-color roof, while fog lights and roof rails were no longer standard on Latitude.
Safety
Limited gained standard adaptive cruise control.
Tech
Upland brought a 7-inch driver information display. Altitude gained remote start, keyless entry, and ambient interior lighting.
2023 Jeep Renegade specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 22 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 27 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 50.8 cu-ft | 50.8 cu-ft | 50.8 cu-ft | 50.8 cu-ft | 50.8 cu-ft | 50.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| 115V Power Outlet | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is every 2023 Jeep Renegade a 4x4?
Yes. Every U.S.-market 2023 Jeep Renegade has 4x4, a 1.3-liter turbo four-cylinder engine, and a nine-speed automatic transmission.
What is the entry trim for the 2023 Jeep Renegade?
Latitude is the entry trim for 2023. It took over that role after Jeep dropped the Sport trim.
What is the 2023 Jeep Renegade Upland?
The Upland is a new Latitude-based special edition for 2023. It combines off-road-inspired exterior styling with a 7-inch driver display, an 8.4-inch navigation touchscreen, and bronze-accented interior trim.
What changed on the 2023 Jeep Renegade Limited?
The 2023 Renegade Limited gained standard adaptive cruise control. It remains the comfort-focused trim, with leather upholstery, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power driver seat.
Is the 2023 Jeep Renegade a redesign?
No. The 2023 Renegade is not a redesign; it keeps the existing platform and turbo powertrain but has a simpler, 4x4-only trim lineup. It was also the final U.S. model year of the first-generation Renegade.
2023 Jeep Renegade Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Jeep Renegade.
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2023 Jeep Renegade
(170 reviews)
“Love my new Renegade. Really comfortable to drive. Easy to convert the back seat into a flat storage area. The gas tank is a bit smaller than expected but the gas mileage is good. Not a powerful takeoff, so you need to be careful when pulling into traffic, but once going it can hold its own. All in all it's a cute ride!”
“It is a comfortable ride, great gas mileage, spacious head room, great for people with longer legs, comfortable seats, and nice interior. It's overall a great vehicle.”