based on what JD Powers has stated about the latest models of the Liberty, I would personally stay away from it. you may find better value for your money.
Reliability Ratings — 2008 Jeep Liberty Limited 4X4 — Yahoo! Autos
on a scale of 1-5
overall quality-mechanical 2/5
powertrain quality-mechanical 2.5/5
body and interior quality-mechanical 2/5
features and accessories quality- mechanical 3/5
overall quality -design 2/5
powertrain quality- design 2/5
body and interior quality-design 2/5
features and accessories quality- design 3/5
overall performance and design 2/5
performance 2/5
style 2.5/5
features and instrument panel 2.5/5
comfort 2.5/5