Jeep Compass
This might look like a Jeep Grand Cherokee that’s been shrunk on a hot wash, but the JEEP Compass is actually Jeep’s smaller family SUV. It has similar off-road-inspired styling, a reasonably practical boot and decent space in the back seats, although it does feel distinctly cheaper inside than plenty of plusher alternatives.
That isn’t to say the Compass’ cabin looks particularly dull – all but entry-level cars come with a large 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system and you can get a selection of glossy inserts in a range of colours to brighten up its interior. It’s reasonably roomy in the front but lots of hard plastics let the side down and alternatives have more space for tall adults to stretch out in the back.
It’s a similar story when it comes to boot space. The Jeep Compass can carry a smidge more than a Nissan Qashqai but lags some distance behind a Peugeot 3008 or Skoda Karoq. There’s enough space to carry a bike with the back seats down however, and the Jeep’s flat floor helps makes loading heavy boxes pretty easy.
If you regularly find yourself carrying lots of heavy luggage you’ll want to consider one of the Jeep Compass’ diesel engines. Both the 1.6-litre and more powerful 2.0-litre models will be cheaper to run than the 1.4-litre petrol if you do lots of long motorway miles and come with four-wheel drive as standard to help you tackle icy driveways in winter. You can also get an automatic gearbox to help take the stress out of long journeys.
Longitude
Longitude models represent the best value for money in the Compass range. You get the Sport model’s leather-trimmed steering wheel and split-folding rear seats alongside an 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone mirroring for Apple and Android phones. You also get two-zone climate control, adjustable lumbar support, 17-inch alloy wheels and satellite navigation.
2 engines available with the Longitude trim 1.4 L Petrol 1.6L diesel
The Night Eagle edition is designed to be sleek yet comfortable. Its body has details, 18-inch wheels and a grille that are all jet black. Inside is an infotainment system with an 8.4-inch screen, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay compatibility and satnav.
2 engines available with the Night Eagle trim 1.4 L Petrol 1.6L diesel
Limited models are based on Longitude versions but add leather seats, tinted windows, a reversing camera and rain-sensing windscreen wipers. You also get a system that’ll steer you into parallel and bay parking spaces, 18-inch alloy wheels and an 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with sat nav and smartphone mirroring for Apple and Android devices.
3 engines available with the Limited trim 1.4 L Petrol 1.6L diesel
Top-spec Trailhawk models are the ones to pick if you fancy taking your Compass off road. They come with beefy towing hooks, raised suspension, underbody protection, hill-descent control and a special mode for the gearbox to help it climb over rocks and deal with steep inclines. You also get an 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone mirroring, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, parking sensors, a reversing camera and even a system that’ll steer you into parallel and bay spaces automatically.
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