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Jeep Compass · Model year 2020

2020 Jeep Compass specs, maintenance & manuals

Everything the manufacturer published about the 2020 Jeep Compass in one place: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 11 manufacturer publications, and towing ratings up to 2,000 lb.

Max towing
2,000 lb
Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
11

2020 Jeep Compass specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2020 specification sheet.

General information+
Body styleSport-utility Vehicle (SUV)
Assembly plantToluca, Mexico
EPA vehicle classMultipurpose vehicle
Body and chassis+
LayoutTransverse front engine, 4x2 and 4x4
ConstructionSteel uniframe
Engine: 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2 with engine stop-start (ESS)+
AvailabilityStandard — all models
Type and descriptionIn-line four-cylinder, 16-valve MultiAir with multiport fuel injection
Displacement144 cu. in. (2,360 cc)
Bore x stroke3.46 x 3.82 (88 x 97)
Valve systemSOHC, four valves per cylinder
Fuel injectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum block, aluminum cylinder head
Compression ratio10:1
Power (SAE net)180 hp (134 kW) @ 6,400 rpm
Torque (SAE net)175 lb.-ft. (237 N•m) @ 3,900 rpm
Max. engine speed6,400 rpm
Fuel requirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane
Oil capacity5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) (total)
Coolant capacity6.8 quarts (6.45 liters)
Emission controlsSingle catalytic converter, heated wide band lambda sensor upstream and mid-catalyst heated oxygen sensor
Fuel economy23 / 32 / 26 (FWD, MTX)
22 / 31 / 25 (AWD, MTX)
22 / 31 / 25 (FWD, ATX)
22 / 30 / 25 (AWD, ATX)
Towing2,000 lbs. (907 kg) (not recommended for FWD)
Engine assembly plantSaltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
Transmission: 948TE nine-speed automatic+
Availability2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x4)
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Ratio spread9.81
1st4.71
2nd2.84
3rd1.91
4th1.38
5th1.00
6th0.81
7th0.70
8th0.58
9th0.48
Reverse3.81
Final-drive ratio3.734
C635 six-speed manual transmission+
Availability2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x2)
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Gear spread6.635
1st4.459
2nd2.508
3rd1.556
4th1.142
5th0.852
6th0.672
Final drive ratio3.833
AT6 Aisin six-speed automatic transmission+
Availability2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x2)
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Gear spread6.635
1st4.459
2nd2.508
3rd1.556
4th1.142
5th0.852
6th0.672
Final drive ratio3.502
4x4 systems: Jeep Active Drive, Jeep Active Drive Low+
AvailabilityJeep Active Drive is optional on all models
Jeep Active Drive Low is standard on Trailhawk
TypeFully disconnecting 4x2 mode with automatic 4x4 engagement
Full-time 4x4 mode with active on demand clutch
Operating modesAuto 4x2/4x4, neutral
Center differential typeNone
Terrain ResponseUnique tuning in all terrain modes
Crawl ratio20:1 (with Jeep Active Drive Low)
Electrical system+
Alternator160-amp (2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2)
BatteryDual batteries when equipped with electronic stop-start system: 500-amp (primary) 150-amp (secondary) (2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2 with engine stop-start)
Suspension+
FrontMacPherson strut, coil springs, flat front steel crossmember, high-strength steel double shell lower control stabilizer bar
RearChapman strut, high-strength steel links, isolated steel rear cradle for 4x4 and not isolated for 4x2, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Steering+
TypeElectric power rack and pinion
Overall ratio15.7
Turning diameter (curb-to-curb)36.3 (11.07) 4x2 and 4x4
35.3 (10.76) Trailhawk 4x4
Steering turns (lock-to-lock)2.68 (4x2 and 4x4)
2.76 (Trailhawk 4x4)
Brakes+
Front: Size and type12 x 1.1 (305 x 28) vented rotor with 2.36 (60) single-piston floating caliper
Front: Swept area (per caliper)138.77 sq. in. (895.3 sq. cm), 1 x 60
115.88 sq. in. (747.6 sq. cm), 1 x 57
Rear: Size and type10.95 x 0.47 (278 x 12) solid rotor with 1.5 (38) single-piston floating caliper
Rear: Swept area (per caliper)101.7 sq. in. (656.4 sq. cm), 1 x 38
Power-assist type10 (254) vacuum assist
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)Standard
Electronic stability control (ESC)Standard
Parking brake typeElectric motor

The sheet indents the power-assist, ABS, ESC and parking brake rows like the Rear items; they are general brake items.

Dimensions and capacities+
Wheelbase103.8 (2,636)
Track, front60.7 (1,542)
Track, rear60.3 (1,532)
Overall length173 (4,394)
Overall width (with folded side mirrors)73.8 (1,874)
Overall width (with open side mirrors)80 (2,033)
Overall height64.6 (1,641) without rails; 64.8 (1,647) with rails
Load-floor height29.7 (754) (height measured from curb ground to load floor)
Sill-step height19.4 (494) (height measured from curb ground to sill trim)
Ground clearances4x2 7.8 (198)
4x4 8.2 (208)
Trailhawk 4x4 8.5 (216)
Approach angle (with air dam) (degrees)4x2 15.8
4x4 16.8
Trailhawk 4x4 30.3
Breakover angle (degrees)4x2 21.8
4x4 22.9
Trailhawk 4x4 24.4
Departure angle (degrees)4x2 30.8
4x4 31.7
Trailhawk 4x4 33.6
Curb weight (kg)3,184 (1,444) 4x2 and 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2
3,327 (1,509) 4x4 and 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2
3,633 (1,648) Trailhawk 4x4 with 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2
Fuel-tank capacity13.5 gal. (51 liters)
Accommodations+
Seating capacity — front/rear2/3
Front row: Headroom without sunroof39.2 (995)
Front row: Headroom with sunroof38.6 (981)
Front row: Legroom41.8 (1,046)
Front row: Shoulder room56.7 (1,439)
Front row: Hip room54.1 (1,375)
Front row: Seat travel8.7 (220) fore/aft travel range
Front row: Recliner range (degrees)Manual/power recliner travel: 69 degrees
Manual fold FWD recliner travel: 107.5 degrees
Front row: SAE volume (standard roof), cu. ft. (cu. m)52.9 (1.49) front passenger volume
Second row: Headroom38.5 (978)
Second row: Legroom38.3 (973)
Second row: Shoulder room55.1 (1,400)
Second row: Hip room49.2 (1,250)
Second row: SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)46.7 (1.35) second-row passenger volume
Cargo access: Liftover height31.1 (792) (height measured from curb ground to liftgate scuff trim)
Cargo access: Maximum cargo width at liftgate opening42.1 (1,069)
Cargo access: Minimum cargo width at liftgate opening36.9 (938)
Cargo access: Maximum cargo height at liftgate opening27.2 (691)
Cargo access: Distance between wheelhouse interior trim38.1 (968)
SAE cargo volume: Rear seats up, cu. ft. (cu. m)27.2 (0.8)
SAE cargo volume: Rear seats folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)59.8 (1.7)
SAE cargo volume: EPA interior volume index, cu. ft. (cu. m)126.7 (3.6)
Tires+
AvailabilityStandard — Sport 4x2, Sport 4x4
Size and type215/65R16 BSW All-season
Mfr. and modelContinental CrossContact LX Sport or Kumho Crugen Premium
Revs per mile (km)770 (479)
AvailabilityStandard — Latitude 4x2, Latitude 4x4
Size and type225/60R17 BSW All-season
Mfr. and modelKumho Crugen Premium or Firestone Destination LE2
Revs per mile (km)749 (466)
AvailabilityOptional — Limited 4x4
Size and type235/45R19 BSW All-season
Mfr. and modelContinental ContiProContact
Revs per mile (km)766 (476)
AvailabilityStandard — Trailhawk
Size and type215/65R17 OWL All-season
Mfr. and modelFalken WildPeak H/T
Revs per mile (km)744 (462.8)
AvailabilityOptional — Latitude, Limited
Size and type225/55 R18 BSW All-season
Mfr. and modelContinental
Revs per mile (km)744 (462)
AvailabilityOptional — Latitude, Limited
Size and type225/55 R18 BSW All-season
Mfr. and modelYokohama
Revs per mile (km)744 (462)

Each group of four rows is one tire option; the sheet repeats the availability row for each.

Source: 2020 Jeep Compass Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2020 Jeep Compass maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: see schedule title.

Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary.
Inspect the CV/ Universal joints.
Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary.
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter.
Replace spark plugs.The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

  • Change oil and filter
  • Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
  • Inspect the CV/Universal joints
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect engine air filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions

2020 Jeep Compass fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)2.4L gasoline engine13.5 gal51 L
Engine oil with filter2.4L gasoline engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified)5.5 qt5.2 L
Cooling system2.4L gasoline engine, Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula6.8 qt6.5 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantOAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 year/150,000 mile (240,000 km) formulaMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oil (2.4L engine)SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395—
Engine oil filter——Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs——Mopar Spark Plugs
Fuel selection (2.4L engine)87 octane (R+M)/2 method, 0-15% ethanol——

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Manual transmission (If equipped)Manual and dual dry clutch transmission fluid—Mopar C Series Manual & Dual Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid
Automatic transmission (Six-speed automatic (FWD models), if equipped)AW-1 automatic transmission fluid or equivalent—Mopar AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic transmission (Nine-speed automatic (4WD models), if equipped)ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid
Power transfer unit (PTU) (If equipped)SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Front Axle/PTU Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90
Rear differential (RDM) (If equipped)SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Rear Axle/RDM Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90
Brake master cylinderDOT 3—Mopar DOT 3

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
2.4L engine87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts100 ft-lb (135 N·m)M12 x 1.2519 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to the MAX level.
  • Engine oil cap shows the correct SAE grade.

Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2020 Jeep Compass towing capacity: up to 2,000 lbEvery 2020 tow rating by engine and drive.Open the towing chart →

2020 Jeep Compass owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2020 model year.

2020 Jeep Compass questions

How much oil does the 2020 Jeep Compass take?

With a filter change: 2.4L gasoline engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified), 5.5 qt / 5.2 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2020 Jeep Compass use?

2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2020 Jeep Compass?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: if using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary; inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary; inspect the cv/ universal joints; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2020 Jeep Compass owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.