

Dave Humphreys
2026 Jeep Compass review: Quick drive
Pros
- Feels solidly built
- Chunky Jeep design
- Improved interior
Cons
- e-Hybrid isn't that economical
- Low towing capacity
- Only 4WD model is electric
3 Months Ago
The 2021 Jeep Compass is a small SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $37,950 for the Launch Edition variant and topping out at $51,650 for the Trailhawk variant.
There are 5 variants of the Compass available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2021.
The 2021 Compass was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Jeep Compass include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (125kW/350Nm) and 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (129kW/229Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 9-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
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The Jeep Compass comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Launch Edition and the most expensive being Trailhawk.


Dave Humphreys
3 Months Ago
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2022
$39,950
2023
$41,400
2025
$45,990
2022
$46,700
2023
$47,700
2022
$49,700
2022
$54,000
2023
$54,300
2025
$54,990
2023
$59,100
2024
$61,990
2024
$69,990
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,394 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,819 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,032 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,629 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,070 mm |
| Load Capacity | 494 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Jeep Compass Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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2021 Jeep Compass
The cheapest Jeep Compass is the Launch Edition variant that starts from $37,950.
See all Jeep Compass PricingThe most expensive Jeep Compass is the Trailhawk variant that starts from $51,650.
See all Jeep Compass PricingThe best towing capacity of a Jeep Compass is offered by the Trailhawk variant which can tow 1500 kg.
See all Jeep Compass towing capacityThe largest Jeep Compass is the Trailhawk variant which measures 1819mm wide, 4398mm in length and sits 1657mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 129kW of power and 229nm of torque are the Launch Edition, Limited, S-Limited and 80th Anniversary Edition variants.
The Jeep Compass is built in India and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Jeep Compass is the Trailhawk variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2189 kg.
The Jeep Compass may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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