One of the more common advantages of crossovers versus traditional SUVs is a more comfortable and controlled ride, a trait evidenced by the 2007 Jeep Patriot. The newest Jeep handled washboard dirt roads and rough pavement without bucking the steering wheel or disrupting the handling. The rack-and-pinion steering setup put some road feel into the driver’s hands, and the level of responsiveness was better than what is often exhibited by four-wheel-drive vehicles. Trail Rated Limited models get some suspension changes that lead to a one-inch increase in ground clearance, an alteration that allows for more lean and body roll in corners. Finally, we never had a worry about the effectiveness of the four-wheel antilock disc brakes.