New Jeep Compass Revealed — But Where Will U.S. Version Be Built?
Jeep has taken the wraps off the all-new third generation Compass in Europe, but its route to the U.S. is uncertain.
The current Compass is built in Mexico and Jeep was planning to move production of the new one to Canada, but the 25% import tariff currently imposed on automobiles from both countries makes the prospect of assembly an entry-level model in either of them difficult.
Jeep hasn’t announced a change in plans or a firm date for the Compass be introduced in the U.S., but previously planned to kick off North American sales in calendar year 2026. European versions will be built in Italy with hybrid and all-electric powertrains.
BIGGER AND BOLDER
The new Compass is about a half-foot longer than the model it replaces and has more passenger and cargo space. Its styling is a boxier take on the model’s familiar look and, of course, retains Jeep’s iconic seven-slot grille.
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ELECTRIFIED
The Compass is being offered in Italy with a wide range of hybrid and electric powertrains. There’s a 145 hybrid with an unspecified gas motor, a 195 hp plug-in hybrid and three all-electric models that include a 213 hp front-wheel-drive version that delivers 311 miles of range on the generous European test cycle, a 315 hp all-wheel-drive version with 400 miles of range and top of the line 375 hp all-wheel-drive version.
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SCREENED-IN
The Compass comes standard with a 10-inch digital instrument cluster and 16-inch touchscreen display for the infotainment system. The transmission selector is a small console-mounted knob. Heated and ventilated massage seats will be an option.
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READY FOR THE ROUGH STUFF
Jeep said that all Compass trims, including the front-wheel-drive models, are “crafted for outdoor adventures” and “100% capable” in the brand’s way. Level 2 autonomous driver aids [lane-tracing adaptive cruise control] including a lane-changing assist will be available to help with the on-road driving.
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Jeep is now taking orders for a loaded First Edition trim that will begin shipping later this year in Europe, but U.S. sales and deliveries are TBA.