2026 Jeep Compass

Latitude introduces the lineup with 17-inch aluminum wheels, LED headlamps, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. Premium vinyl and cloth upholstery feature Bright Blue stitching, while a 7-inch Driver Information Display and 8.4-inch Uconnect® 5 touchscreen provide connectivity. The available Altitude Special Edition adds 18-inch Gloss Black wheels, dark exterior accents, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. Optional packages introduce a power liftgate, panoramic sunroof, and Alpine® premium audio. Limited advances comfort with McKinley leatherette upholstery, an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustment, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Standard equipment includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 18-inch Diamond-Cut aluminum wheels, a Black-painted roof, and Chrome exterior accents. Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and ParkSense® Rear Park Assist enhance convenience. The available Limited Altitude Pack introduces 19-inch wheels and darker styling, while optional equipment adds navigation and advanced driver assistance. Trailhawk® delivers specialized off-road engineering through Jeep Active Drive Low 4x4, increased ground clearance, and a dedicated suspension. Its 17-inch wheels wear all-terrain tires, complemented by Ruby Red tow hooks and protective skid plates. Trail Rated® capability distinguishes this configuration, while leather-trimmed seating with cloth inserts, Ruby Red stitching, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen preserve interior comfort.

Every 2026 Compass features a turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder engine generating 200 hp and 221 lbs. ft. of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick manages power delivery, while Engine Stop/Start technology supports efficiency. Standard Jeep Active Drive 4x4 incorporates rear-axle disconnect technology to balance traction and fuel consumption. Manufacturer-estimated fuel economy reaches 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway.

MacPherson front suspension, independent rear suspension, and electric power steering contribute to controlled handling on highways and winding Northern Michigan roads. Selec-Terrain® Traction Management provides Auto, Snow, and Sand/Mud settings. Trailhawk® adds Jeep Active Drive Low with a 20:1 crawl ratio, Hill Descent Control, and specialized suspension tuning. Ground clearance measures 8.1 inches on standard 4x4 models and 8.6 inches on Trailhawk®. Water-fording capability reaches 19 inches on Trailhawk® under appropriate conditions. An available Trailer Tow Group includes a Class III hitch receiver and 4-pin wiring harness.

The Compass accommodates 5 passengers, providing 41.2 inches of front legroom and 38.3 inches in the second row. Cargo capacity measures 27.2 cu. ft. behind the rear seats, expanding to 59.8 cu. ft. with the 60/40 split-folding rear seats lowered. A height-adjustable cargo floor, concealed underfloor storage, and fold-forward front passenger seat accommodate equipment and longer belongings. Available leatherette seating, a panoramic sunroof, and upgraded climate controls enhance passenger comfort.

Uconnect® 5 provides wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, Bluetooth® connectivity, and available Jeep Connect services. Latitude includes an 8.4-inch touchscreen, while Limited and Trailhawk® feature 10.1-inch displays. Available upgrades include GPS navigation, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, Alexa Built-in, and a 9-speaker Alpine® audio system. Standard technologies include Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection, Active Lane Management, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Path Detection, Drowsy-Driver Detection, and a ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera. Available Active Driving Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition provide additional support. Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and ParkSense® Rear Park Assist are standard on Limited and Trailhawk® configurations.