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Always ready for adventure, the 2026 Jeep Compass is designed for your active lifestyle, whether that looks like cross-town trips or treks off the beaten path. This compact Jeep SUV boasts standard 4x4 capability, intuitive connectivity and safety technologies, and a practical interior with plenty of comfortable options. To help you learn more about all the key features, specs, and options for the 2026 Jeep Compass, the team at Wickstrom Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has created the following model review.
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The 2026 Jeep Compass blends iconic Jeep exterior design elements with convenient exterior features. The Latitude trim includes 17-inch aluminum wheels and automatic LED reflector headlamps on either side of the recognizable seven-slot Jeep grille, along with fog, cornering, and daytime running lamps. Upper-level trims upgrade the Compass with larger 18- or 19-inch wheels, a black roof that combines with vibrant exterior color options to create a two-tone exterior, and a foot-activated Open ‘N Go power liftgate for everyday utility.
What are the standard and available Jeep Compass exterior features?
Standard (Latitude):
Available on higher trims and optional packages:
Created with a practical interior layout and premium options, the 2026 Jeep Compass interior is designed for modern life. The Latitude trim sets the baseline for comfort with standard heated front seats and a heated steering wheel, while also providing added cargo versatility with a forward-folding front passenger’s seat and folding rear seat. Premium interior options with higher-level Compass trims include a power driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and premium cloth/leather seating materials.
What are the standard and available Jeep Compass interior features?
Standard (Latitude):
Available in higher trims and optional packages:
A two-row interior with flexible seating and cargo space ensures the 2026 Jeep Compass has the utility you require. Seat up to five and stretch out in the front seats with 41.8 inches of legroom. Behind the rear seats, the Compass offers 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space, which you can expand to 59.8 cubic feet of maximum cargo space by folding the rear seats down.
What are the Jeep Compass interior specs and cargo space?
Premium technologies and driver assistance features are available throughout the 2026 Jeep Compass. As the entry-level model, the Compass Latitude includes a full selection of modern safety features, including full-speed forward collision warning plus and blind spot and cross-path detection. Standard connectivity features in the Latitude trim include Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone projection compatibility, and the Uconnect® 5 infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen.
As you work your way up the trim ladder, higher-end Compass models add adaptive cruise control with stop and go, and they offer the active driving assist system with a blend of adaptive cruise control and lane centering technologies. Advanced Compass trims also add premium connectivity and entertainment features like an Alpine® nine-speaker audio system and 10.1-inch touchscreen display.
What are the standard and available Compass safety features?
Standard (Latitude):
Available on higher trims and optional packages:
What are the standard and available Compass technology features?
Standard (Latitude):
Available in higher trims and optional packages:
Standard 4x4 capability is paired with a responsive turbocharged engine in the 2026 Jeep Compass. The 2.0L turbo inline four-cylinder (I4) engine is standard on every Compass trim with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and it makes 200 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque. This combination allows you to tow up to 2,000 pounds with the Jeep Compass.
The standard Jeep Active Drive 4x4 system on the Latitude, Latitude Altitude, Limited, and Limited Altitude trims is designed to get optimal torque and traction settings for the conditions using selectable drive modes with the Selec-Terrain® traction management system. Auto, snow, sand, and mud modes are standard, and the Trailhawk® trim gets a unique rock drive mode to optimize traction for its Jeep Active Drive low 4x4 drivetrain, which comes with a 20:1 crawl ratio.
What are the Compass engine specs?
Monotone exterior colors
Two-tone exterior colors
The 2026 Jeep Compass offers an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 23 city and 31 highway MPG with every trim level.
Imagine new possibilities with the capable and connected 2025 Jeep Compass. This compact SUV boasts a versatile and pleasant interior, useful technology, a turbocharged engine, eye-catching two-tone colors, and more. Learn about all the key features, specs, and options for the 2025 Jeep Compass with this in-depth model review created by the team at Wickstrom Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.
The Compass is ready for your consideration at our Jeep dealership in Barrington, IL. Scroll through our new inventory to find the model you want, then schedule a test drive and experience all that this impressive compact SUV has to offer. Before your visit, be sure to see the monthly rates available with our current Jeep Compass lease deal to see if they make it an ideal fit.
Questions? Contact your dedicated Wickstrom CDJR representative online or by calling (847) 382-5400. They will be your point of contact throughout each step of the shopping process at our dealership — it’s just the first of our three-step commitment to creating an exceptional shopping experience we call The Wickstrom Way.
Dynamic options and practical enhancements make the 2025 Jeep Compass exterior a fun and functional daily driver. From its signature seven-slot grille flanked by available bi-function LED headlamps to the available black roof, style comes first with the Compass. Depending on your chosen trim level, the Compass features a range of 17-, 18-, and 19-inch wheel options. For everyday ease, equip the optional foot-activated Open ‘N Go power liftgate and make loading groceries or luggage a breeze. The Compass Trailhawk® trim is your ticket to Trail Rated® off-road adventures with unique exterior equipment, including an off-road suspension with a 1-inch lift, underbody skid plates, and Falken® WILDPEAK all-terrain tires.
Available exterior features include:
Wheel options include:
Elevate your driving experience with the comfortable and adaptable 2025 Jeep Compass interior. A wide range of materials cushion the seats, ranging from classic cloth to plush leather upholstery. Winter and autumn drives are more enjoyable with cozy heated front seats and a heated steering wheel available in select Compass trims. Folding rear seats, rear underfloor storage, and a reversible cargo mat allow you to customize the cabin to your exact needs.
Available interior features include:
A practical two-row interior layout ensures you find room for your passengers and cargo in the 2025 Jeep Compass. Seat up to five with 41.8 inches of front legroom and over 38 inches of rear legroom. Stow recent purchases or essentials for your next weekend roadtrip behind the rear seats with 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space. For maximum cargo carrying volume, the 60/40 split rear seats fold down to create up to 59.8 cubic feet of cargo space.
See key Compass dimensions and interior specs with the following chart.
Length / Width / Height | 173.4 / 73.8 / 64.6 in. |
Base Curb Weight | 3,620 lbs. |
Seating | Five |
Passenger Volume | 100 cu.-ft. |
Headroom (Front / Rear) | 39.2 / 38.5 in. |
Legroom (Front / Rear) | 41.8 / 38.3 in. |
Cargo Space (Max. / Behind Second Row) | 59.8 / 27.2 cu.-ft. |
The 2025 Jeep Compass is packed with advanced features and options designed to keep up with your digitally driven life. The standard Uconnect® 5 infotainment system allows you to project familiar apps and communication from your compatible smartphone using wireless Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™. An 8.4-inch touchscreen is standard with this system and available with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display. Select trims offer the ability to upgrade your smartphone support with a wireless charging pad. For immersive audio quality, select the available Sun and Sound group with a nine-speaker Alpine® sound system.
An advanced set of driver assistance features supports you on every drive in the 2025 Jeep Compass. Each trim features full speed forward collision warning plus active braking. Also standard is blind spot and cross path detection and an active lane management system with automatic steering correction if you start to drift out of your lane. Whether you are navigating tight parking spaces or backing down a narrow boat ramp, enjoy a panoramic camera view to enhance your steering with the 360 surround-view camera system.
Available safety features include:
Available technology features include:
Take your daily adventures to the next level with the turbocharged engine under the hood of the 2025 Jeep Compass. Churning out 200 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque, the Compass engine delivers the power you need for confident passing and pulling with a 2,000-pound maximum towing capacity. In addition to its responsive muscle, the Compass achieves up to 32 MPG on the highway.
Underscoring its all-terrain readiness, the Compass is built with one of two different 4x4 systems. The Sport, Latitude, and Limited trims use a standard Jeep Active Drive 4x4 system, while the Compass Trailhawk features a Jeep Active Drive Low 4x4 system, which adds a low range and a 20:1 crawl ratio for confident performance over rugged terrain. Optimize your off-road performance further with the Selec-Terrain® system, which includes auto, snow, and sand/mud modes on most trims, plus rock mode on the Trailhawk.
See the Compass engine specs in the following chart.
Engine | 2.0L turbo I4 |
Horsepower | 200 HP |
Torque | 221 lbs. |
MPG | 24 city / 32 hwy |
Max. Towing | 2,000 lbs. |
Transmission | Eight-speed automatic |
Drivetrain | 4x4 |
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