Jeep Compass vs Volkswagen Taos
Overview | |
Years produced2007-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$25,900 | MSRP$24,155 |
Listings5735 | Listings3709 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2024 Compass Sport carries over last year's major powertrain upgrade without any increase to the base price: $35,995. That's very close to the littlest Jeep, the Renegade, and more than $10,000 below the similarly sized Cherokee (and prices on those last two are from 2023 because both have been discontinued). It's also cheaper than a Ford Escape and many other compact SUVs but without the bargain-bin interior of older Compass models. While upper trims get too pricey for their britches, the base-model Compass we tested provides real value in an era where new-car prices increase every few months. The 2024 Jeep Compass offers good tech and impressive safety features, and it arrives with a sub-$40,000 base MSRP. The Compass still lags behind some of the competition in terms of materials quality and performance. Now in its second year past a 2023 facelift, however, it’s many strides better than older iterations. | |
Reviews SummaryOffering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 200 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train4X4 | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower200 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City24 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 200 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Torque221 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower200 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X4 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space27.2 cu ft | Cargo Space27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3620 lbs | Curb Weight3175 lbs |
Height64.6 in | Height64.4 in |
Length173.4 in | Length175.8 in |
Width80.0 in | Width72.5 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1030 lbs | Maximum Payload937 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2007-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $25,900 | $24,155 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The 2024 Compass Sport carries over last year's major powertrain upgrade without any increase to the base price: $35,995. That's very close to the littlest Jeep, the Renegade, and more than $10,000 below the similarly sized Cherokee (and prices on those last two are from 2023 because both have been discontinued). It's also cheaper than a Ford Escape and many other compact SUVs but without the bargain-bin interior of older Compass models. While upper trims get too pricey for their britches, the base-model Compass we tested provides real value in an era where new-car prices increase every few months. The 2024 Jeep Compass offers good tech and impressive safety features, and it arrives with a sub-$40,000 base MSRP. The Compass still lags behind some of the competition in terms of materials quality and performance. Now in its second year past a 2023 facelift, however, it’s many strides better than older iterations. | Offering available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position, a roomy interior for four people, and plenty of utility, entry-level SUVs pay dividends in exchange for their higher price tags. Volkswagen introduced its new, most affordable crossover in 2022, and the 2023 Taos adds more standard safety features and equipment. Otherwise, aside from a lack of engine power and drivetrain refinement, it remains an appealing choice in the small SUV segment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 200 hp I4 | 1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | 4X4 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 200 hp I4 | 1.5L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | |
Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X4 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 27.2 cu ft | 27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3620 lbs | 3175 lbs |
Height | 64.6 in | 64.4 in |
Length | 173.4 in | 175.8 in |
Width | 80.0 in | 72.5 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1030 lbs | 937 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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