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I bought a 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk
Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
43,755
Updated: 
27 Nov 2016
29,095
Updated: 
27 Jan 2018
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2015
2018
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
no
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
19.50gals
13.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Crystal Black Pearl
#1F1F1F
Dark Cherry Pearl
#541F29
Graphite Luster Metallic
#646369
Silver Moon
#AAA9AF
White Diamond Pearl
#E0DDDF
Color: 
Billet Metallic Clear Coat
#5B5C61
Blu By You Pearl Coat
#3C4B62
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
#660B0A
Granite Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Mojave Sand Clear Coat
#867465
Pitch Black Clear Coat
#232323
White Knuckle Clear Coat
#CCD1CD

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2018 Jeep Compass ranked #13 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Jeep Compass has a score of 7.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
User-friendly infotainment system
Good value for an off-road SUV
Cargo storage is convenient and versatile

Cons
Low predicted reliability rating
Below-average cargo room
Lethargic engine

By: 
usnews.com

Coming off last year's redesign, the 2018 Jeep Compass is unchanged.The newest Compass is more comfortable to drive and can be fitted with Jeep's latest in-car technology features such as the easy-to-operate Uconnect infotainment system.

PROS
Roomy interior for such a small vehicle
Trailhawk version is highly capable off-road

CONS
Hard to find a truly comfortable seat position
Four-cylinder engine's weak power delivery

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2018 Jeep Compass makes some compromises in size and power, but its Trailhawk model hits the crossover-SUV sweet spot.

Pros
Tough Trailhawk model
Clever Cherokee-like shape
Lots of trim choice
Up-to-date infotainment
Comfortable ride quality and good handling

Cons
4-cylinder is overwhelmed here
Cabin feels narrow
Seats need better padding
Mediocre visibility
No adaptive cruise control

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
22.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
30.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
2.40L
Torque: 
267ft-lbs
at 4 500rpm
175ft-lbs
at 3 900rpm
Horsepower: 
290hp
at 6 200rpm
180hp
at 6 400rpm
Cam Type: 
Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.60Feet
35.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Electric speed-proportional power steering
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Cargo Floor Mats
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
193.60in
173.00in
Width: 
77.20in
73.80in
Height: 
67.60in
64.80in
Ground Clearance: 
7.30in
8.20in
Front Track: 
66.30in
59.90in
Rear Track: 
66.30in
59.90in
Wheel Base: 
111.00in
103.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.10
39.20
Rear Head Room: 
38.30
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
41.80in
Rear leg room: 
36.60in
38.30in
Front Hip Room: 
57.50in
54.10in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.10in
56.70in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.50in
49.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
59.10in
55.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
68.40cu.ft
62.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
14.80cu.ft
27.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
14.90degrees
16.80degrees
Angle of Departure: 
19.40degrees
31.70degrees
Curb Weight: 
4025.00lbs
3327.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Low fuel level warning

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Remote window operation
Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Leather
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
8 -way power passenger seat
6-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
8-Way Power Driver Seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
Fold Flat Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Leather
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding with storage center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Manual folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
MacPherson strut front suspension
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Multi-link rear suspension
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Three zone climate control
Leather steering wheel
Leather steering wheel
Heated Steering Wheel
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Element antenna
8 total speakers
1 subwoofer(s)
Radio data system
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
6 total speakers
12 Months of provided satellite radio service
USB Connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Variable intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 x 8.0
18 X 7.0-In
Wheels more: 
Temporary spare tire
All season tires
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Polished Alloy Wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear height adjustable headrests
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Post-Collision Safety System
Cornering Lights
Brake Drying
2 Front Headrests
3 Rear Headrests
4-Wheel ABS
Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages: 
MOPAR Graphics Package
Safety And Security Group
Navigation Group
Quick Order Package 27g
Trailer Tow Group
Advanced Safety & Lighting Group
Exterior Options: 
Compact Spare Tire
19" X 7.5" Polished/Black Pockets Aluminum Wheels
Power Liftgate
Power Front/Fixed Rear Full Sunroof
Interior Options: 
Beats Premium Audio System

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony, leather
#1D1D1D
Graystone, leather
#797670
Parchment, leather
#C4B598
Color: 
Dark Slate Gray, leather
#5F5C5E
Dark Slate Gray/Light Pebble Beige, leather
#8E867D
Dark Slate Gray/Saddle Tan, leather
#9B765D