Can you off road in a Jeep Compass?
Are you ready to tackle tough terrain behind the wheel of a new Jeep model? The 2020 Jeep Compass offers off-roading power unlike any other vehicle in its class, making it a great option for drivers looking for an off-road-ready SUV.
Is the 2014 Jeep Compass a good car?
That said, the 2014 Compass still feels rather slow in normal driving, and gas mileage remains below average with the new automatic transmission. Moreover, persistent engine drone and tire noise make for a noisy cabin, and the Jeep rides harshly over bumps and ruts.
What kind of engine does a Jeep Compass have?
Front-seat side airbags are now standard across the lineup. On the front-wheel-drive Sport and Latitude trim levels, the 2014 Jeep Compass is outfitted with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 158 horsepower and 141 pound-feet of torque. From here, three transmissions are available.
When did the Jeep Compass get a redesign?
Jeep’s compact Compass was a hard sell in the burly off-road automaker’s lineup — until a redesign in 2011 brought fitting styling that casual onlookers could easily mistake for its bigger brother, the Grand Cherokee. Sales thrived.
What’s the maximum towing capacity of a Jeep Compass?
Without the package, the Jeep Compass’ towing maximum is rated at 1,000 pounds. The Patriot is rated with the same figures while the Cherokee has a maximum 2,000 pounds capacity standard. The 2014 Jeep Compass doesn’t have full crash-test ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The 2014 Jeep Compass finally finds true north, with a better automatic transmission and a few more fine details. After many years of struggling in the economy-car doldrums, the Jeep Compass has finally found its groove.
What kind of CVT does a Jeep Compass have?
Photo by Joe Nuxoll. Keep in mind that if you opt for the toughest Freedom Drive II package, you’ll still be getting a CVT (a specially outfitted unit that was developed for the Jeep Patriot and Compass). The 2014 Jeep Compass finally finds true north, with a better automatic transmission and a few more fine details.
What kind of gas mileage does a Jeep Compass get?
Gas mileage for the Compass still isn’t great compared to other models its size. Mileage ranges from 26 mpg city, 30 highway with the base 2.0 engine and manual gearbox, all the way down to 21/23 with automatic and 4WD or ojust 20/21 mpg with the toughest Freedom Drive II package.
What do you need to know about the 2014 Compass?
Front active head restraints, electronic stability control, and Hill Start Assist are standard on all models of the 2014 Compass. But with three-star frontal results from the federal government and no updated IIHS rating, there are too many unanswered questions about occupant safety to say it’s one of the top safety picks.