Used 2016 Jeep Renegade for Sale nearKokomo, IN

How much does the 2016 Jeep Renegade cost?

Prices have softened 8.87% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,477 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of options to compare.

Is the 2016 Jeep Renegade a good car?

Yes — the 2016 Jeep Renegade earns a 4.5/5 user rating and a 6.67/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its performance, style, affordability, smooth driving experience, high-tech features, and sharp design. That lines up with the Renegade’s use case as a small crossover that aims to feel more distinctive and more memorable than many rivals, while still handling daily driving better than its size might suggest.

You also get a market signal that supports shopping confidence: 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Is the 2016 Jeep Renegade reliable?

Owners rate it 4.5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a vehicle people feel good about living with over time, with recurring praise for its performance, affordability, smooth driving experience, and sharp design. The expert review also describes it as affordable, practical, and stylish, with a sense of substance in its construction.

On the other hand, the expert review warns that Jeeps and Fiats are not known for reliability, and it notes that the Renegade could be a gamble for long-term ownership. That means you should be especially careful about maintenance history and overall condition when shopping used.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Jeep Renegade?

At 64% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with visible wear. Pay close attention to crash history, signs of hard use, and whether the vehicle feels tight and well maintained on a test drive.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Trailhawk stands out with 8.7 inches of ground clearance, skid plates, hill-descent control, and improved approach, departure, and breakover angles. The Latitude test vehicle also showed how equipment can add comfort and convenience, including an 8-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, passive entry with push-button start, remote start, navigation, and a premium sound system.
• Powertrain: The standard setup includes a turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual gearbox, while the optional 2.4-liter 4-cylinder with automatic transmission makes 180 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. The 2.4-liter is responsive around town, but passing power is limited and the 9-speed automatic can hunt for gears.
• Safety package: The available Advanced Technology package adds forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. It is recommended on versions other than the basic Sport model.
• Infotainment: The cabin uses a 6.5-inch touchscreen, and the available Beats audio system sounds good. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not included.
• Fuel efficiency: The test vehicle returned 21.4 mpg in combined driving, below the EPA rating of 24 mpg.

Which 2016 Jeep Renegade trim should I buy?

The 2016 Jeep Renegade is offered in 6 trim levels: Sport, Latitude, Limited, Trailhawk, 75th Anniversary Edition, and Dawn of Justice Special Edition.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the entry point, but it’s the trim where you’re most likely to miss out on the available Advanced Technology package, so it makes sense mainly if you want the lowest starting price and can live with fewer features.
• Latitude: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it can be equipped with useful comfort and convenience upgrades, and it shows how the Renegade can feel more upscale without jumping all the way to the top of the range.
• Limited: This trim is the better fit if you want a more polished, well-equipped Renegade and prefer a step up in everyday comfort and presentation.
• Trailhawk: This is the one to choose if you want the Renegade’s most capable off-road character, with the extra ground clearance, skid plates, hill-descent control, and improved approach, departure, and breakover angles.
• 75th Anniversary Edition: This special edition is for you if you want a more distinctive appearance and a trim that stands apart from the mainstream lineup.
• Dawn of Justice Special Edition: This special edition is another style-focused choice for shoppers who want something more unique than the standard trims.

The Advanced Technology package is recommended on versions other than the basic Sport model.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 Jeep Renegade?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop carefully without rushing.

• Deal availability: 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,477 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.87% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.0% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $10,064, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 Jeep Renegade's resale value?

The current average of $10,072 sits slightly below last year's $11,053.

That price movement suggests the Renegade has already absorbed some depreciation, which can help future sellers if they buy at the right price today. If you shop carefully and avoid overpaying, you may have a better chance of limiting your loss when it’s time to sell.

The market also shows that buyers still respond to this model’s personality and value proposition, which can help support demand later. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2016 Jeep Renegade safe?

The 2016 Jeep Renegade earns 4-star ratings for driver and front passenger protection in a frontal collision from the federal government, and 3-star ratings for rear seat side-impact protection and rollover resistance with 4-wheel drive.

It earns a 3/10 safety score from our experts.

The available Advanced Technology package adds forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. That package is especially important because the base safety performance leaves room for improvement.

The expert review also flags the rear-seat side-impact result as a notable weakness, and it points out that the LATCH anchors are difficult to access. If you’re shopping used and plan to carry passengers or children, those are important concerns to check closely.

Should I buy a 2016 Jeep Renegade or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.87% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2016 adds a more developed feature set and available driver-assistance tech that helps it feel more complete than an earlier example.

Consider the 2015 if:

• At $9,445, the 2015 costs less than the current year's $10,072 average.
• It is all-new for 2015 and brings Jeep’s off-road character into the small crossover segment.

The bottom line: If you want the better-balanced shopping target, the 2016 is the safer pick because it combines a lower average price than last year with strong owner satisfaction and a decent supply of listings. If your main goal is to spend less up front, the 2015 can make sense, but you should be especially careful about condition, equipment, and how well it has been maintained.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.