2027 Jeep · SUV
Jeep's entry-level SUV, all-wheel-drive and turbocharged
Starting MSRP*$29,990
The Jeep Compass is the smallest and most affordable Jeep SUV in the lineup, a five-seat crossover with a 200-hp turbo four and four-wheel drive on every trim. It celebrates its 20th anniversary in the 2027 model year, with adaptive cruise control now standard across the range. It is a sensible pick for city and suburban drivers who want the Jeep badge, snow-ready traction and a few real off-road options through the Trailhawk.
The New England take
A Compass is the cheapest way into a Jeep with 4x4 on every trim, and that suits college-town and in-town New England driving, from Burlington to Providence. It starts at $29,990 before destination, with a 200-hp turbo four and a 173.4-inch body that fits almost any garage and turns in 36.3 feet. Heated front seats and steering wheel come on the Latitude, and Mopar's All-Weather Package is $345 for mats and a cargo tray that cope with road salt. Clearance is 8.1 inches, or 8.6 on the Trailhawk, so mud-season ruts on a Vermont town road are the limit, and towing is 2,000 pounds at most.
The 2.0-liter turbo four makes 200 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque, which Jeep markets as best in class for a standard engine. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic and engine stop-start, and it is the only powertrain offered.
Every Compass comes with Jeep Active Drive, so all-weather traction is included in the $29,990 starting price rather than sold as an add-on. The setup suits snowy commutes and gravel roads.
The Trailhawk adds Active Drive Low, a two-speed power transfer unit that Jeep calls class-exclusive, giving a low-range gear and a 20:1 crawl ratio. It also raises ground clearance to 8.6 inches and improves the approach angle from 16.1 to 30.4 degrees, which makes it the most off-road capable Compass.
Adaptive cruise control is now standard on every trim. Limited, Limited Altitude and Trailhawk get a wireless charging pad and second-row USB ports, and an optional Driver Assist Package adds a 360-degree camera and a garage door opener.
The 103.8-inch wheelbase keeps it easy to park, and the turning circle is 36.3 feet. Behind the second row there are 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space, and folding the seats opens up 59.8 cubic feet.
5 trim levels, listed from entry to top of the range.
From $29,990*
From $32,205*
From $34,150*
From $34,650*
From $35,145*
*Manufacturer's suggested retail price, excluding destination, taxes, title and fees. Prices change; confirm with a dealer.
Trims, prices, packages and colors for every model year on record, from the manufacturer's Build & Price data.
| Powertrain | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L Turbo I-4Standard on every trim, with engine stop-start. EPA 21/29/24 mpg (city/hwy/combined) per Jeep's 2027 spec sheet. Jeep Active Drive 4x4 is standard; Trailhawk adds Active Drive Low, a two-speed power transfer unit. | 200 hp | 221 lb-ft | 8-speed automatic | 4x4 |
Photos courtesy of Stellantis. Equipment and colors vary by trim.
It can manage a graded dirt road, with 8.1 inches of clearance and standard 4x4. Mud season ruts are a different test, and a Compass has no fording rating listed. The Trailhawk adds 8.6 inches, better approach and departure angles and Active Drive Low, so choose it if you drive soft roads daily. Slow down, and avoid deep ruts.
Light snow, yes, thanks to standard 4x4 and a 3,620-pound curb weight. Deep drifts or plow-pile ridges are different. With 8.1 inches of clearance, the bumper and underbody are the first to touch, and the 2,000-pound tow limit rules out a heavy trailer. A Cherokee Trailhawk or a Wrangler gives more clearance for the same job.
A 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 200 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque is the only engine, paired with an eight-speed automatic. It is standard on every trim, and Jeep Active Drive 4x4 comes with it.
The 2027 Compass starts at $31,985 including destination, which works out to $29,990 before the $1,995 destination charge. Jeep's website showed the Trailhawk at about $34,650.
Jeep's spec sheet lists up to 2,000 pounds when properly equipped, which suits a small utility trailer but not a travel trailer or camper.
Yes. Jeep Active Drive is standard on every 2027 Compass, so there is no front-wheel-drive version. The Trailhawk adds a two-speed power transfer unit for low-range gearing.
Adaptive cruise control is standard across the range, and the Limited, Limited Altitude and Trailhawk trims add a wireless charging pad and second-row USB ports. Optional lighting and driver assist packages are new for the higher trims.
Both share the 2.0-liter turbo, the 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 screen and heated leatherette seats. Limited Altitude moves up to 19-inch Satin Granite Crystal wheels and adds a heated steering wheel, where Limited has 18-inch diamond-cut wheels. For 2027 Limited Altitude costs just $995 more, $35,145 against $34,150.
Sources: manufacturer specifications and press materials (5). Figures are manufacturer-published and subject to change.
