Elegant and understated on the road, rugged and ready off it, the 2024 Jeep Compass has everything you need to embark on exciting adventures. It’s available in five trim levels, one of them being a dedicated off-roader. Whichever one you choose, you’ll enjoy the Compass’s special blend of raw power and modern sophistication. Let’s take a deep dive into the compact adventure SUV that is the 2024 Jeep Compass.
Introducing the Jeep Compass
The Jeep Compass has a history dating back to 2006, and today’s second-generation version debuted in the 2017 model year. A compact crossover SUV, this stylish entry-level Jeep offers tremendous value for money with some great standard features. It’s full of advanced safety tech, and there’s lots of connectivity that lets you access your favorite music and navigation apps. Perhaps the biggest draw, though, is its performance.
New in 2024
Some minor Compass changes appeared in 2024, such as a new front grille insert and new wheel designs up to 19″. The Trailhawk also received new all-terrain tires.
Best-in-Class Standard Horsepower
The driving force behind the Jeep Compass is a powerful 2.0 L GME four-cylinder turbo engine, which delivers class-leading power and torque of 200 hp and 221 lb-ft, respectively. This is standard across all trims (Sport, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, and Trailhawk), as is the 8-speed automatic transmission it’s mated to. A towing capacity of up to 2,000 lbs adds to the Compass’s adventure-ready potential.
Active Drive 4×4 System
A key feature behind the Jeep Compass’s versatility is its Active Drive 4×4 system. During normal driving, this operates like a 2WD, with the engine powering the front wheels only. A benefit of this is greater fuel efficiency. The rear wheels receive power when a loss of traction is detected at the front axle, so the Compass automatically switches back and forth between 2WD and 4WD according to the weather and terrain.
The Trailhawk trim is different in that it has Jeep’s Active Drive Low 4×4 system installed, which enables a 20:1 crawl ratio for precise navigation over rocky terrain. A selectable 4WD Low mode provides extra traction across slippery surfaces. Note the Trailhawk also has a Rock driving mode, which adds to the three standard modes in other trims (Auto, Snow, Sand/Mud).
Off-Road Potential
You can go off-road in any Jeep Compass, so the adventure potential is high. The first four trims are more road-oriented, though, with the Limited being the most luxurious. They can comfortably handle some light off-roading, but you need the Trailhawk to cross challenging terrain or go fording. The Trailhawk has multiple off-road features, like extra ground clearance, underbody skid plates, and off-road suspension.
Contact Griffis Motors in Philadelphia, MS to discover more about the go-anywhere Jeep Compass.
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