2023 Jeep Renegade — Full Specifications
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The 2023 Jeep Renegade is an SUV powered by a 1.3L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine. It returns around 31 mpg (UK) / 26 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Jeep Renegade workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2022 Jeep Renegade: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 31 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 4★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.3L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 9-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Length | 4232 mm |
| Width | 1805 mm |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 31 combined / 28 urban / 35 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 26 combined / 23 city / 29 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 216 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,600 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2023 Jeep Renegade, all with the 1.3L 4-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 31 | 26 (23/29) | 216 | $2,600 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2023 Jeep Renegade
Running Costs: 2023 Jeep Renegade
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2023 Jeep Renegade at 31 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,173 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,600 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2023 Jeep Renegade Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2023 Jeep Renegade (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Exterior lighting (1), Air bags (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Exterior lighting — campaign 24V918000, reported 10 December 2024. Risk: The incorrect reverse lights may have reduced visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Air bags — campaign 24V510000, reported 3 July 2024. Risk: A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Jeep Renegade. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (10), Forward collision avoidance (5), Seat belts (5). That is well below the median of 79 complaints across the 9 Jeep Renegade model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2023 Jeep Renegade
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Air bags (1 recall campaign · 4 owner complaints) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Electrical system (10 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Lighting (1 recall campaign) — Check every exterior light works and look for moisture inside the lamp housings.
- Driver-assist sensors (5 owner complaints) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Jeep Renegade compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 31 mpg figure is 4 mpg better than that average. Its 216 g/km CO₂ figure is 37 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Jeep models in our database average about 27 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2023 Jeep Renegade's 31 mpg is 4 mpg above that make average. Its 216 g/km CO₂ figure is 38 g/km lower than the 254 g/km Jeep average.
Of the 9 Jeep Renegade model years we cover, the 2023 ranks 7th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (31 mpg UK combined, against a high of 32 mpg). See every Jeep Renegade year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have?
It's fitted with a 1.3L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 9-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Jeep Renegade?
The most efficient configuration returns around 31 mpg (UK) combined, or 26 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2023 Jeep Renegade cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,600 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2023 Jeep Renegade have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2023 Jeep Renegade (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Exterior lighting (1), Air bags (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2023 Jeep Renegade?
Among the 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (10 complaints), Forward collision avoidance (5 complaints), Seat belts (5 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Jeep Renegade's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 31 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.