Are you a Jeep lover who wants a model that can also handle city driving with ease? The Compass may be exactly what you’re looking for. With a more car-like body style, the Compass can handle both city travel and moderate off-roading with ease.
Continue reading for more info on the Compass’ specs, pros, and cons to help you decide if this vehicle is right for you.
Vehicle Highlights
Vehicle Class
Compact SUV
MSRP
Starting at $19,940
MPG
Up to 23 city / 30 highway
Fuel Type
Unleaded Regular
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Horsepower
158 hp
Towing Capacity
Up to 1,000 lbs.
Engine Options
2.0-liter inline-4
2.4-liter inline-4
Trim Options
Sport, Latitude
Awards & Rankings
- 2016 model named one of Kelley Blue Book’s “10 Most Affordable SUVs”
- 2016 model named one of Insure.com’s Least Expensive Vehicles to Insure
Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 8 ft. 7.7 in.
- Ground clearance: 8.1 in.
- Height: 5 ft. 5 in.
- Length: 14 ft. 7.1 in.
- Width: 5 ft. 11.4 in.
- Cargo volume: 22.7-62.7 cu. ft.
- Curb weight: 3184 lbs.
Features & Specs
Interior
- 4-way manual driver and passenger seat adjustments
- Rear ventilation ducts
- Split-folding rear seatback
- Heated mirrors
- External temperature display
- Tachometer
- Cruise control
- Front and rear cup holders
- Power steering
- Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
- Electro-chromatic inside rearview mirror
- Interior air filtration
- 12 months satellite radio service
- 4 speaker system
- Auxiliary audio input and USB connectivity
- AM/FM stereo
Exterior
- Privacy glass
- Rear defogger
- Alloy wheels
- Inside mounted spare tire
- All season tires
- Fixed liftgate window
- Rear liftgate door
Safety
- 2 front and 2 rear headrests
- Child seat anchors
- Dual front side-mounted airbags
- Front and rear head airbags
- Engine immobilizer
- Stability control
- Traction control
- Tire pressure monitoring
- 4-wheel ABS
- Emergency brake assist
- Rear center 3-point belt
- Rear door child safety locks
- Ventilated front disc/rear drum brakes
Optional
- Rear back-up camera
- 6-speed automatic transmission
- Engine block heater
- Leather seating
- Power sunroof
- Cargo cover
- Universal garage opener
- 18-inch chrome-clad wheel
Is the 2017 Jeep Compass right for you?
Pros
- Small price tag
- Drives and handles like a car
- Upgrades can provide better off-road capabilities
Cons
- Sub-par engine
- Few standard features
- Not much leg room
- Less than average cargo space
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