11/14/2023 0 Comments Silver grey jeep crossover![]() ![]() This lifts the Jeep Compass in the quality stakes, although it's not a patch on Audi's Virtual Cockpit. Oh, and turning off the over-sensitive lane-assist system requires negotiating various sub-menus every single time you get in the car.Īll Jeep Compass models since 2022 also come with a digital instrument cluster in place of old-school dials. In an ergonomics oversight, the heated steering wheel 'button' is way over on the left hand side of the infotainment display. You can adjust the temperature of the climate control without having to navigate the infotainment, for example, but the heated seats are part of the touchscreen display. Oddly, there are actual, physical buttons for some features but not others. It's a pretty good system to use, while its positioning high up on the dashboard means it doesn't feel too distracting to use. You now get a smart 10.1-inch touchscreen display as standard across the range, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. ![]() The infotainment is another area in which the Jeep Compass was improved significantly in 2022. Looking for a used car for sale? We've got 100s of Jeep Approved Used Cars for Sale for you to choose from, including a wide range of Jeep Compass models for sale. There's more of them on the used market, too, which makes it easier to find an example in your ideal spec for the right price. ![]() The new Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage and Nissan Qashqai all sell in much bigger numbers than the Jeep Compass for good reason – you get a lot more SUV for your money, and recent updates mean they feel like anything but value propositions. The biggest issue with the Jeep Compass is its price. The exact model you should buy depends a little on your budget but also on which engine you want – not all trim levels are available with each engine. At the same time, the range was updated – you can now choose from Jeep Compass Night Eagle, Limited, S and Trailhawk models. Interior quality was improved in 2022, although it's still a long way off premium alternatives like the Audi Q3 and BMW X1. It lacks the showroom appeal of rivals, though, with lots of brittle finishes and an overwhelming amount of buttons. The interior of the Jeep Compass is practical, with enough room for four adults and a boot that’s pretty much as big as alternatives (although it’s far from the best in class in this regard). It’s not going to keep up with a Jeep Wrangler when the going gets tough, but the Jeep Compass Trailhawk ticks a lot of boxes for off-road enthusiasts - with its lifted suspension, hill-descent control and underbody skid plates. Still, that’s a small price to pay if you wish to venture off the Tarmac. No matter which engine you go for, it's not exactly a nimble handler, with overly light steering and roly-poly body control. More significantly, it can travel up to 30 miles under electric power alone (according to WLTP tests), while CO2 emissions of up to 47g/km will be good news for company car drivers. That means it's four-wheel drive, while the petrol-electric combination produces a total of 240PS. The Jeep Compass PHEV combines a 1.3-litre petrol engine with an electric motor on the rear axle. The mild-hybrid derivative (badged the Jeep Compass e-Hybrid) pairs a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a small electric motor and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The petrol is a straightforward four-cylinder 1.3-litre turbo that produces 130PS and 270Nm of torque, combined exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive. The engine line-up was updated in 2022, with the diesel dropped in favour of petrol, mild-hybrid or plug-in hybrid power (read our guide to the best hybrid cars for more info). Unfortunately, the diesel engines, in particular, are noisy and unrefined, while the automatic gearbox is frustratingly slow to respond. ![]() It’s based on the same platform as the smaller Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X, initially sharing petrol and diesel engines with other models in the Jeep range. As you'll read in our full Jeep Compass review, the mid-size Jeep offers something a little different, with a rugged image and genuine off-road ability. The popularity of the small SUV market means you're not going to turn heads or impress your neighbours if you buy a Nissan Qashqai or Skoda Karoq – no matter how competent they might be. ![]()
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