The all-new 2018 Jeep Compass has arrived in Australia, this second-generation SUV has undergone extensive restyling to incorporate the design language of the larger Grand Cherokee.
For 2018 the Jeep Compass is available in four trim levels: Sport, Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk. There’s also the choice of 2WD and 4WD with both petrol and diesel engine options. The range opens with a price of $28,850 plus on-road costs for the front drive Sport variant with a manual gearbox.
The Compass will compete in the overcrowded midsize SUV segment dominated by Japanese and Korean manufacturers.
There’s a choice of two four-cylinder engines, a 2.4-litre 129kW/229Nm petrol or a 2.0-litre 125kW/350Nm turbo-diesel.
Jeep claims the Compass offers best-in-class 4x4 off-road capabilities. 4WD variants utilise Jeep Active Drive and the Jeep Active Drive Low, the latter with 20:1 crawl ratio, each of which can send 100 percent of available torque to any one wheel.
Both Jeep Active Drive and Active Drive Low 4x4 systems include the Jeep SelecTerrain system, providing up to five modes (Auto, Snow, Sand and Mud modes, plus exclusive Rock mode on the Trailhawk model).
In addition, all 4x4 Compass models get the 4WD “Lock” function which locks the 4x4 traction permanently.
Head of Jeep brand at FCA Australia, Guillaume Drelon said: “In terms of refinement and the product’s offerings, Compass raises the bar in the compact- SUV segment with new levels of style, advanced technology, safety features, and most importantly, capability – it’s a versatile vehicle that will relish in Australian conditions and as such we are confident that it will be well received by the market.
“We’re proud to have positioned the Compass competitively, offering a diverse range with something for everyone – be it the urban consumer wanting a stylish SUV without the prestige price tag or the more adventurous minded buyer who wants to take the road less travelled with confidence.”
Unfortunately, autonomous emergency braking is not available on the entry models and is an option on higher grades.
2018 Jeep Compass pricing (excludes on-road costs):
Sport 6-Speed Manual FWD petrol - $28,850
Sport 6-Speed Automatic FWD petrol - $30,750
Longitude 6-Speed Automatic FWD petrol - $33,750
Limited 9-Speed Automatic 4x4 petrol - $41,250
Limited 9-Speed Automatic 4x4 diesel - $43,750
Trailhawk 9-Speed Automatic 4x4 diesel - $44,750
2018 Jeep Compass equipment highlights
Sport
- 2.4L Tigershark petrol engine 129kW/229Nm
- 17-Inch Alloy Wheels
- Reverse Parking Camera
- 7 Airbags
- 5.0-Inch Touchscreen
- Bluetooth® Phone & Audio Streaming
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- Digital Radio (DAB+)
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- 3.5-Inch Instrument Cluster Display
- Electric Park Brak
Longitude (in addition, or replacing Sport):
- Rain Sensitive Windshield Wipers
- Automatic Headlamps
- Fog & Cornering Lamps
- Roof Rails
- Deep Tinted Privacy Glass
- Bright Side Window Surrounds
- LED Ambient Interior Lighting
- Power Driver Lumbar Adjust
- Fold Forward Passenger Seat
- Passenger In-Seat Cushion Storage
Additional options:
Premium Audio Package $2,150
- 8.4-inch touchscreen radio
- Sat Nav
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Dual-Zone Climate Control
Limited (in addition, or replacing Longitude):
- 2.4L Tigershark petrol 129kW/229Nm or 2.0L MultiJet diesel 125kW/350Nm
- Jeep Active Drive 4x4 System
- Jeep Selec-Terrain Traction Management System
- Leather Seats
- 18-Inch Alloy Wheels
- 8.4-Inch Touchscreen Display with Satellite Navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bi-Xenon Headlamps and LED Tail Lamps
- 9-Speaker BeatsAudio System including Subwoofer
- 7-Inch Full Colour Instrument Cluster Display
- Power 8-Way Driver / 4-Way Passenger Seats
- ParkSense Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Parallel & Perpendicular Park Assist with Stop
- Dual Zone Climate Control & Heated Front Seats
- Push Button Start
- Automatic Dimming Internal Rear Vision Mirror
Additional options:
Two-Tone Black Roof $495
Dual Pane Sunroof $1,950
Advanced Technology Group $2,450
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Warning
- Exterior mirror Courtesy lamp
- Power lift Gate
- Adaptative Cruise Control (w Stop & Go)
- Auto High Beam
- Blind Spot Monitoring w/Rear Cross Path Detect
Trailhawk (in addition, or replacing Longitude):
- 2.0L MultiJet diesel 125kW/350Nm
- Trail Rated
- Jeep Active Drive Low 4x4 System
- Jeep Selec-Terrain with Rock Mode
- Off-Road Suspension
- Raised Ride Height
- Unique Front and Rear Fascia
- Black Anti-Glare Hood Decal
- Red Recovery Hooks
- Hill Descent Control
- 4 Underbody Skid Plates
- Trail Rated Badging
- Full-Size Spare Wheel
- Cloth and Leather Seats
- All-Weather Floor Mats
- Reversible Cargo Mat
- Natural Grey Exterior Accents
- 8.4-Inch Touchscreen Display with Satellite Navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Additional options:
Dual Pane Sunroof $1,950
Comfort & Convenience Group $2,850
- Trailhawk Leather seats
- Power 8-way driver / 4-way passenger
- Driver seat memory
- Power lumbar adjust
- Heated front seats
- Remote and Keyless start
Advanced Technology Group $2,450
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Warning
- Exterior mirror Courtesy lamp
- Power lift Gate
- Adaptative Cruise Control (w Stop & Go)
- Auto High Beam
- Blind Spot Monitoring w/Rear Cross Path Detect
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