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Jeep Patriot - It"s a bling thing (UK)

The Jeep Patriot already stands out – 42.2mpg; only £15,995 andeven some green awards – but what do you do if you want your ride tostand out even more?

Jeep is now offering a range of accessories for the Patriot including aStartech chrome grille and a bodykit – or for the ultimate ride,sports suspension and 20-inch alloys.

Simon Elliott, Managing Director of Chrysler UK Ltd, said: “Peoplelove to personalise their cars. This new range of accessories for the JeepPatriot will be available in dealerships from June and while some peopleare happy to add just a few accessories, our great value-for-money packagesmean you can really go for it. You can now personalise the internal andexternal styling of the Jeep Patriot or even enhance the performance of thediesel engine.”

Jeep has packaged a number of exterior design features from Startechtogether in an ‘SE Exterior’ Pack, which includes a front andrear under-ride bodykit; chrome grille inserts; exhaust tailpipe cover andStartech logo for the rear of the vehicle for just £999.

If you fancy adding a design statement to the interior, then the‘SE Lifestyle’ interior pack at £1199 will give you a leathereffect centre armrest cover; four chrome loudspeaker rings; a chromegearshift gate; leather gear knob and leather effect treatments for the topof the door panels and dashboard instrument panel.

If that’s not enough then other available items includeilluminated entrance panels; aluminium pedal pads; three-piece aluminiumdesign kit for the dashboard and aluminium door locking pins. Two sizes ofalloy wheels are also available: 19-inch Monostar IV five-spoke alloys or20-inch Monostar IV five-spoke alloys. Both options come fitted withYokohama tyres and a locking wheel nut kit.

Startech also now offers a performance enhancing option. The PowerXtraPerformance Module increases the power output of the 2.0-litre dieselengine by 40bhp and is aimed at drivers who either want a sportier drive,who tow or frequently have their automobile loaded with people and luggage andfeel that they need a little extra kick for only £999.