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Jeep's entry-level SUV, with 4x4 standard on every trim and a Trail Rated Trailhawk. Here is how the five trims compare, what the Compass tows and carries, how it stacks up against the new Cherokee and rivals, and what changes for 2027.
The 2026 lineup has five trims. The Sport trim was dropped for 2026, so the Latitude is now the entry point. Every trim shares the same engine, transmission and standard 4x4.
| Trim | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Latitude | Entry trim; Jeep Active Drive 4x4, 17-in wheels with all-season tires |
| Latitude Altitude | Latitude with a bold black appearance |
| Limited | The premium step; 18-in wheels with all-season tires |
| Limited Altitude | Limited premium content with a black appearance |
| Trailhawk | Trail Rated; Jeep Active Drive Low (20:1 crawl), Rock mode, 1-in factory lift, skid plates, 17-in all-terrain tires, red tow hooks. New for 2026: standard remote start, heated seats and steering wheel, 8-way power driver seat and windshield wiper de-icer |
Fathom Blue and a limited run of Joose join the 2026 color palette. Features by trim are in our 2026 Compass trim guide.
Every Compass uses a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 200 hp at 5,000 rpm and 221 lb-ft from 1,750 to 4,250 rpm, paired with an 8-speed automatic. Jeep says both figures are best in class for standard horsepower and torque. It runs on regular 87-octane fuel, has engine stop-start and holds 13.5 gallons. The 2026 Compass is EPA-rated at 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg.
Snow mode and standard 4x4 are a practical fit for winter trips up Highway 50 to Tahoe.
| Compass 4x4 | Trailhawk | |
|---|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.6 in |
| Approach / breakover / departure | 16.1° / 22.5° / 31.4° | 30.4° / 23.6° / 34.0° |
| 4x4 system | Jeep Active Drive | Jeep Active Drive Low, 20:1 crawl |
| Drive modes | Auto, Snow, Sand/Mud | Adds Rock |
| Tires | All-season | 215/65R17 Falken Wildpeak all-terrain |
| Water fording | — | Up to 19 in |
| Turning diameter | 36.3 ft | 35.3 ft |
The Trailhawk's 1-in lift, skid plates and red front and rear tow hooks make it the Compass to pick for dirt roads and trails in the Sierra foothills.
| Spec | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|
| Length / wheelbase | 173.4 in / 103.8 in |
| Width, mirrors folded / open | 73.8 in / 80.0 in |
| Height, with roof rails | 64.8 in |
| Seating | 5 |
| Rear legroom / headroom | 38.3 in / 38.5 in |
| Cargo, behind rear seat / max | 27.2 cu ft / 59.8 cu ft |
| Liftover height / liftgate opening width | 31.1 in / 42.1 in |
| Max towing | 2,000 lb, properly equipped |
All measurements are in our Compass dimensions guide, and hitch and cargo details are in our Compass towing and cargo guide.
| 2026 Compass | 2026 Cherokee | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 173.4 in | 188.1 in |
| Powertrain | 2.0L turbo, 200 hp, 8-speed automatic | 1.6L turbo hybrid, 210 hp system, eCVT |
| EPA combined | 26 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Max towing | 2,000 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Cargo, behind rear seat / max | 27.2 / 59.8 cu ft | 33.6 / 68.3 cu ft |
| 4x4 | Standard | Standard |
The Compass is about 15 in shorter, easier to park and Jeep's entry point, and it already offers a Trailhawk. The Jeep Cherokee is a self-charging hybrid with better fuel economy and more room and towing.
| Model (AWD/4x4) | Base engine | EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb) | Max towing | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Compass | 2.0L turbo, 200 hp / 221 lb-ft | 23/31/26 | 2,000 lb | 8.1 in (Trailhawk 8.6 in) |
| Honda CR-V 1.5T AWD | 1.5L turbo, 190 hp / 179 lb-ft | 27/31/29 | 1,500 lb | 8.2 in |
| Hyundai Tucson AWD | 2.5L, 187 hp / 178 lb-ft | 24/30/26 | 2,750 lb braked | 8.3 in |
The Compass has the most standard horsepower and torque of this group, and 4x4 comes on every trim. Its Trailhawk adds low range and Trail Rated badging, which neither rival offers. The trade-offs: the CR-V and the hybrid versions of rivals get better fuel economy, the Tucson can be equipped to tow more, and the Compass has the smallest cargo area of the group (the CR-V 1.5T offers 39.3 / 76.5 cu ft).
The 2027 Compass, the model's 20th anniversary year, is available to order now. Jeep has not published a delivery date, so contact us for arrival timing. It keeps the same five trims, engine and standard 4x4, and adds:
EPA ratings for the 2027 Compass have not been posted yet. The US Compass is built in Toluca, Mexico. The all-new Compass built in Italy, with hybrid and electric versions, is sold in Europe and other markets but not in the US. Stellantis has announced plans to build a future Compass in Belvidere, Illinois; timing and details have not been confirmed.
Yes. Every US Compass has Jeep Active Drive 4x4. The Trailhawk adds Jeep Active Drive Low with a 20:1 crawl ratio and Rock mode.
Every trim uses a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder rated at 200 hp and 221 lb-ft, paired with an 8-speed automatic.
The 2026 Compass is EPA-rated at 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg on regular fuel. 2027 ratings have not been posted yet.
Up to 2,000 lb when properly equipped.
27.2 cu ft behind the rear seat and 59.8 cu ft with the rear seat folded.
The Trailhawk adds a 1-in factory lift for 8.6 in of ground clearance, Jeep Active Drive Low with a 20:1 crawl ratio, Rock mode, skid plates, all-terrain tires, red tow hooks and up to 19 in of water fording.
Adaptive cruise control is standard on every trim, Limited, Limited Altitude and Trailhawk get standard wireless charging and second-row USB ports, and there are new lighting and driver-assist packages and four new colors. Orders are open now; contact us for arrival timing.
The Italian-built next-generation Compass is not sold in the US. Stellantis has announced plans to build a future Compass in Belvidere, Illinois, but timing and details have not been confirmed.
The Compass is about 15 in shorter, gas-only and Jeep's entry SUV. The 2026 Cherokee is a hybrid with 37 mpg combined versus 26, more cargo room (68.3 vs 59.8 cu ft) and more towing (3,500 vs 2,000 lb). Both have standard 4x4.
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*Specifications are based on Jeep's 2026 and 2027 information unless noted and may change. 2027 details are based on Jeep's announcements. Cherokee and competitor figures are based on each manufacturer's published information. EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 2026 model; actual mileage will vary. Towing and off-road capability require proper equipment; passengers and cargo reduce towing capacity. Off-road driving involves risk. Pricing on in-stock vehicles excludes government fees and taxes, any finance charges, dealer document processing charge and emission testing charge. Contact Elk Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram for current pricing and availability.