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Jeep Compass

Jeep's first front-driver gained a 19:1 crawl with the 2011 Freedom Drive II option.12

Researched November 1, 2026 from 25 sources

Also called

  • CompatriotsA joint name for the Compass and Patriot because the two were near twins.3

At a glance

0150300
118–236 hpPower
07.515
7–11.5 s0–100 km/h
0125250
184–201 km/hTop speed
0200400
191–380 N·mTorque
01,0002,000
1,406–1,935 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.24813

Engine
Gen 1: 2.0/2.4 L gas, 2.0/2.2 L CRD; Gen 2: 1.3–2.4 L I4; Gen 3: hybrids/EV412
Layout
Generations 1–2: front-engine, FWD or AWD25
Gearbox
Gen 1: 5/6MT, CVT, 6AT; Gen 2: 6MT, 6/8/9AT, 6/7DCT4
Built at
Gen 1: Belvidere, USA; Gen 2 includes Toluca, Mexico, and Melfi, Italy4

The story

Aimed at first-time Jeep buyers and paved roads, the 2007 Compass upset traditionalists with its Dodge Caliber roots. A Renegade-based second generation arrived in 2016; the third moved to STLA Medium in 2025.45

2002: Two doors and a Liberty V620022006: 2007-model production starts20062011: Five weeks to a Grand Cherokee face20112014: Six-speed automatic joins the range20142016: Compass and Patriot become one20162021: 4xe facelift: electric drive at the rear20212022: 48-volt e-Hybrid, seven-speed DCT20222023: US: 200-hp turbo and standard AWD20232025: Third generation adopts STLA Medium2025 Jeep Jeepster concept: 1998Jeep Compass concept: 2002Jeep Compass (first generation) (MK49): 2006–2016MK49Jeep Patriot (MK74): 2006–2016MK74Jeep Compass (second generation) (MP/552): From 2016MP/552Jeep Compass (third generation): From 2025 200020052010201520202025
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones481219
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YearWhat happened
1998Jeep Jeepster concept
2002Jeep Compass concept
2006–2016Jeep Compass (first generation) (MK49)
2006–2016Jeep Patriot (MK74)
From 2016Jeep Compass (second generation) (MP/552)
From 2025Jeep Compass (third generation)
2002Two doors and a Liberty V6
20062007-model production starts
2011Five weeks to a Grand Cherokee face
2014Six-speed automatic joins the range
2016Compass and Patriot become one
20214xe facelift: electric drive at the rear
202248-volt e-Hybrid, seven-speed DCT
2023US: 200-hp turbo and standard AWD
2025Third generation adopts STLA Medium
  1. 2002

    Two doors and a Liberty V6

    The two-door, all-wheel-drive Detroit concept used the Liberty's 3.7-liter V6; that engine did not reach the 2007 production Compass.4

  2. 2006

    2007-model production starts

    The production Compass debuted in January; the first rolled out of Belvidere, Illinois, on May 30 for the 2007 model year.4

  3. 2011

    Five weeks to a Grand Cherokee face

    Jeep's five-week facelift gained a Grand Cherokee nose and 19:1 Freedom Drive II crawl gearing; the 138-hp VW diesel gave way to a Mercedes 2.2.46

  4. 2014

    Six-speed automatic joins the range

    For 2014, an optional six-speed automatic joined the range, alongside small styling changes, front side airbags and an optional rearview camera.7

  5. 2016

    Compass and Patriot become one

    Unveiled in Brazil on September 27 and Los Angeles in November, the second generation replaced the first Compass and Patriot on stretched Renegade underpinnings.4

  6. 2021

    4xe facelift: electric drive at the rear

    For Denmark, the facelifted 4xe used a 1.3-liter gas engine up front, electric rear drive and an 11.4-kWh battery for 45–48 km WLTP electric range.89

  7. 2022

    48-volt e-Hybrid, seven-speed DCT

    The UK e-Hybrid paired a 128-hp, 240-Nm 1.5-liter turbo four with a 20-hp, 48-volt motor and seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, driving the front wheels.4810

  8. 2023

    US: 200-hp turbo and standard AWD

    US models swapped the 2.4 for a 200-hp turbo 2.0, an eight-speed automatic and standard AWD; a tested 4x4 reached 60 mph in 7.5 seconds.411

  9. 2025

    Third generation adopts STLA Medium

    The third generation debuted in May on STLA Medium; its range includes mild hybrids, plug-in hybrids and the first battery-electric Compass.412

Every generation

  • Jeep Compass (first generation)
    MK492006–2016
  • Jeep Patriot
    MK742006–2016
  • Jeep Compass (second generation)
    MP/552From 2016
  • Jeep Compass (third generation)
    Jeep Compass (third generation)From 2025

Power over the years

From 172 hp to 236 hp in 13 years.

0100200300 201020152020 hp 2007 · 172 hp · 2.4 World2008 · 158 hp · 2.0 Sport CVT2011 · 134 hp · 2.2 CRD 2WD2011 · 161 hp · 2.2 CRD2017 · 118 hp · 1.6 MultiJet 2WD2017 · 180 hp · 2.4 Tigershark, 6MT/6AT/9AT (US)2018 · 138 hp · 1.4 MultiAir / 2.0 MultiJet (UK)2018 · 168 hp · 1.4 MultiAir / 2.0 MultiJet (UK)2020 · 188 hp · 4xe system2020 · 236 hp · 4xe S / Trailhawk system2022 · 128 hp · 1.5 e-Hybrid gas engine (UK)2023 · 200 hp · 2.0 turbo (US) 236 hp 4xe S / Trailhawk system 172 hp 2.4 World
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YearHorsepowerModel
20071722.4 World
20081582.0 Sport CVT
20111342.2 CRD 2WD
20111612.2 CRD
20171181.6 MultiJet 2WD
20171802.4 Tigershark, 6MT/6AT/9AT (US)
20181381.4 MultiAir / 2.0 MultiJet (UK)
20181681.4 MultiAir / 2.0 MultiJet (UK)
20201884xe system
20202364xe S / Trailhawk system
20221281.5 e-Hybrid gas engine (UK)
20232002.0 turbo (US)

Versions

9 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Sport, Latitude and Limited (first generation)

    Standard

    Sport, Latitude and Limited (first generation)

    2007–2017

  • Standard

    Sport, Longitude, Latitude, Limited and S (second gen)

  • Trailhawk (second generation)

    Performance

    Trailhawk (second generation)

  • Special

    Altitude (first generation)

    2012

  • Altitude and High Altitude (second generation)

    Special

    Altitude and High Altitude (second generation)

  • Special

    70th Anniversary Edition (US)

    2011

  • (RED) Edition

    Special

    (RED) Edition

    2022

  • Limited

    5th Anniversary Edition (India)

    2022

  • Limited

    85th Anniversary Edition (India)

    2026

    170 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • 2007 Compass: round headlights, a seven-slot grille and angular wheel openings.1
  • 2007 body: raised black plastic ridges run along the outer edges of the roof.1
  • Second generation: a narrow black grille integrates the headlights, echoing the Grand Cherokee.4
  • Third generation: closed seven-slat grille, clamp-shaped headlights and protective side cladding.12
  • Third generation: look for the rear X light signature and illuminated Jeep logo.12

Year by year

  1. 2011

    First-generation facelift swaps round eyes for a mini-Grand Cherokee face, LED taillights and revised wheels.26

  2. 2017 (US)

    Two bodies carry the 2017 model year: older hatchback-like shape versus new slim black grille with integrated headlights.4

  3. 2019 (European diesels)

    Second-generation European diesels switch the exhaust outlet from right to left to fit SCR and AdBlue hardware.8

  4. 2022 (US)

    The makeover brings a junior Grand Cherokee exterior and an upgraded cabin with richer-looking materials.411

  5. 2025 (third generation)

    A longer wheelbase meets short overhangs; the dash gains a 16-inch touchscreen and passenger grab handle.412

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Jeep Compass
    Compass
    Photo of a Dodge Caliber
    Dodge Caliber

    Dodge Caliber

    The original Compass stands taller and looks more SUV-like; the Caliber has a more car-like stance.14

  • Photo of a Jeep Compass
    Compass
    Photo of a Jeep Grand Cherokee
    Jeep Grand Cherokee

    Jeep Grand Cherokee

    Second-generation Compass deliberately echoes a shrunken Grand Cherokee; its smaller body is the clue.6

Against its rivals

Prices

Price when new
$0$10K$20K$30K 2006200820102012 2007 · $15,985 · US Sport FWD, incl. destination2007 · $23,500 · US Limited AWD, as tested2011 · $19,995 · US base2011 · $24,270 · US 70th Anniversary, +$700 dest. 2007 · $15,985 · US base price, 2007 model year, incl. destination
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2007Launch price$15,985US base price, 2007 model year, incl. destination
2007Price when new$15,985US Sport FWD, incl. destination
2007Price when new$23,500US Limited AWD, as tested
2011Price when new$19,995US base
2011Price when new$24,270US 70th Anniversary, +$700 dest.

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 9 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 14 stories from its legend
    • “A 7.0-liter national champion”
    • “The 2007 Compass went console racing”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 6 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

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  • motortrend.com
  • caranddriver.com
  • en.wikipedia.org
  • goauto.com.au
  • consumerguide.com
  • it.wikipedia.org
  • mynewsdesk.com
  • autoexpress.co.uk
  • cardesignnews.com
  • prnewswire.com
  • moparinsiders.com
  • autocarindia.com
  • igcd.net

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