2016 Jeep Patriot Speaker Sizes

The speaker size chart for the 2016 Jeep Patriot lists factory audio specifications for multiple locations throughout the vehicle. Replacement speakers for aftermarket upgrade are categorized by installation positions including dashboard, front door panel, rear door panel, and tail gate areas. The chart provides information on stock speaker configurations within the factory audio system to assist with aftermarket component replacement.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear 8 Subwoofer
  • Secondary sound location
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Tail Gate 3.5 Full-Range
  • Access through rear opening
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2016 Jeep Patriot Speaker Replacement Summary

5 total positions
3 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 0

2016 Jeep Patriot Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2016 Jeep Patriot employs a distributed speaker configuration with five distinct mounting locations, each specified for different frequency ranges and speaker types.
  • Dashboard tweeters at 1 inch represent the high-frequency component of the factory audio system, typically handling treble reproduction above 2-4 kHz depending on crossover design.
  • Front and rear door panels share identical 6x9 inch full-range speaker specifications, potentially simplifying replacement parts procurement and installation procedures.
  • The 6x9 inch format provides greater cone surface area compared to round 6.5 inch alternatives, which may contribute to enhanced mid-bass response in the 80-250 Hz range.
  • Tailgate-mounted 3.5 inch full-range speakers likely serve as rear fill components, supplementing the door panel speakers for rear-seat passengers.
  • An 8 inch subwoofer location in the rear section indicates factory provision for low-frequency extension, typically covering bass frequencies below 80-100 Hz.
  • Upgrading door panel speakers might yield the most noticeable improvement in overall sound quality, given their larger size and responsibility for midrange frequencies where human hearing sensitivity peaks.
  • The tweeter-subwoofer combination suggests a multi-way system design rather than reliance solely on full-range speakers, potentially offering broader frequency response.
  • Compatibility with both single DIN and double DIN radio units provides flexibility for aftermarket head unit upgrades without dashboard modification requirements.
  • Replacing the 6x9 inch door speakers with higher-sensitivity components could increase output levels without requiring amplifier upgrades, though power handling and impedance matching remain considerations.