The 2010 Compass is definitely a nice looking ute. The Jeep Compass is not necessarily a coveted offering however because consumers want more from a Jeep than an attractive look. The Compass lacks many of the attributes that consumers crave from a Jeep. It isn't brawny, and while it hosts squared wheel arches and the seven-slot grille of the popular Jeeps, it lacks much in the way of desirable features.
The Compass has substandard off roading abilities because it has a four-cylinder motor and a CVT transmission. You can make it more exciting if you go for the five-speed manual transmission, but the "fun element" is still limited. It comes with front-wheel drive configurations As a standard; this is not a typical Jeep vehicle by any means.
The inside of the Compass is equal to the exterior in terms of quality. The Liberty, Patriot and the Compass all sport cheap, hard, unattractive plastic elements and bland interiors. If you want a well-mannered vehicle with a good fuel economy, you get that much out of the Compass and not much more.
The Range
Bodystyles: Crossover SUV
Engines: 2.0L I-4, 2.4L I-4
Transmissions: 5-speed manual, continuously variable transmission CVT
Models: Limited 4x4, Limited 4x2, Latitude 4x4, Latitude 4x2, Sport 4x4, Sport 4x2
What's New
You have to look hard to find anything really new for the 2010 Jeep Compass, other than the addition of a five-speed manual transmission for the very underpowered 2.0-liter I-4. You can now get automatic climate control on Limited models and if you opt for the CVT you can get a remote engine starter.
Exterior
The 2010 Jeep Compass is the softest looking of the entire Jeep brand. Soft curves, smooth lines give it none of the rugged look Jeep owners have come to know and love.
Interior
The Compass interior looks and feels cheap but there are some cool features. The rear seat backs fold flat as does the front passenger seat which allows you to carry longer items.
Performance & Handling
Sport and Latitude 4x2 models have the 2.0-liter I-4 with 158 horsepower and 141 of torque. The available 2.4-liter delivers 172 horsepower and 165 pound-feet. Both engines available with either the 5-speed manual transmission or the CVT. The Limited only comes with 2.4-liter I-4. All the 4x4 variants only offer the 2.4-liter I-4, but all offer either the 5-speed manual or the CVT.
Safety
Compass 4x4 comes with four-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), curtain first and second row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, traction control, stability control, four-wheel drive. Compass 4x2 is roughly the same but has front disc brakes, rear drums. Front seat side airbags are optional.
EPA Fuel Economy
Limited 4x4: 23 mpg city/28 mpg highway
Limited 4x2: 23 mpg city/28 mpg highway
Latitude 4x4: 23 mpg city/28 mpg highway
Latitude 4x2: 23 mpg city/28 mpg highway
Sport 4x4: 23 mpg city/28 mpg highway
Sport 4x2: 23mpg city/29mpg highway
You'll Like
- Low price
- Optional flip-down tailgate speakers
You Won't Like
- Rather cheap interior
- Noisy drivetrain
- Minimal off-road capabilities
- Drum brakes
Sum Up
No real sport or utility
If You Like This Vehicle
- Subaru Forester
- Toyota RAV4
- Honda CR-V
- Nissan Rogue
- Dodge Nitro