New Jeep Compass 2021: more style, safety and technology

Mechanically there are hardly any changes compared to the Jeep Compass of 2017, beyond a slight adaptation of the engines to reduce consumption and CO2 emissions. But the new Jeep Compass 2021 brings a fresher look and, above all, much more safety, multimedia and comfort equipment. Let’s take it step by step.

The aesthetic changes of the new Jeep Compass

Jeep has not gone crazy, and has decided to touch little of what works. The Compass is one of its best-selling models, accounting for more than 40% of the brand’s sales in Europe. For this reason, this aesthetic update has focused on the essentials.

The changes at the front affect the grille, which is higher and divided into two horizontal sections. The headlights are full-LED as standard across the entire range, and have a more streamlined design, while the fog lights are now integrated into the opening that runs across the front below the grille.

Different design elements provide the differentiating touch depending on the version. Thus, the Limited versions have a more urban orientation, with black bumpers and 18-inch wheels. The S versions opt for elegance, highlighting the 19-inch multi-spoke wheels and body-colored bumpers. The Trailhawk versions incorporate a specific grille treatment, underbody protection and 17-inch wheels, as well as bumpers and fog lights in a higher position.

The interior: digital instrumentation and lots of personalization

If the exterior design changes can be described as discreet, the renewal the Jeep Compass 2021 undergoes on the inside is much more profound. And it was necessary.

The dashboard design is completely new, much more modern and current, highlighting the horizontal lines, with very well-concealed ventilation outlets and the new multimedia screen in an elevated position. Jeep has also taken an important step forward in terms of materials and fit: the Compass now offers an interior presence and finish on a par with the cars it competes with, among which are the Hyundai Tucson, the Seat Ateca, the Peugeot 3008 or the Volkswagen Tiguan, among others.

The central console between the seats has also been redesigned, with a compartment of almost 5 liters under the armrest, and another of almost 2.5 liters next to the gear lever. Another important novelty is the configurable 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, optional on the basic Longitude trim, and standard on the Limited, Trailhawk and S.

Safety and multimedia: up to date

The new generation of the Uconnect multimedia system not only has a more powerful processor, it is also updatable over the air (OTA). It is offered in three versions, with an 8.4-inch screen and a new 10.1-inch screen in the two higher variants. The entire range features wireless integration of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with no cables required. Amazon’s Alexa services are also offered, through the My Jeep interface.

Connectivity is completed with the wireless charging pad and the Uconnect services, which range from requesting geolocated roadside assistance to controlling the vehicle’s conditions via smartphone. In the case of the plug-in hybrid version, it is also possible to manage charging.

In terms of safety, the entire range comes with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, intelligent speed assist and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection. From the second half of the year, Highway Assist will be added, combining adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist to make motorway journeys more comfortable.

Another novelty is the 360-degree camera, optional on the Limited, S and Trailhawk, which uses four high-definition cameras to display images of the vehicle’s surroundings on the multimedia screen while driving at speeds below 12 km/h.

The engines of the new Jeep Compass: petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid

Jeep continues to offer the choice between petrol, diesel or the 4×2 plug-in hybrid in the new Compass.

The petrol engine is the 1.3 Turbo 4-cylinder, offered in a 130 CV and 270 Nm of torque version when paired with the 6-speed manual gearbox, or with 150 CV if the DDCT dual-clutch transmission is chosen. In any case, traction is 4×2. The diesel version is the 1.6 Multijet, updated to deliver 130 CV and 320 Nm of torque, while announcing a 10% reduction in consumption. It is combined only with the manual gearbox and 4×2 traction.

The Jeep Compass 4xe plug-in hybrid splits into two power variants, with 190 CV for the Longitude and Limited, or 240 CV in the case of the Trailhawk and S. The 1.3 petrol engine -producing 130 or 180 CV depending on the version- is complemented here by a 60 CV electric motor on the rear axle, which receives energy from an 11.4 kWh battery, rechargeable on the move or using an external power socket. The electric-mode range under the WLTP cycle reaches up to 49 km, so the Jeep Compass 4xe qualifies for the CERO environmental label from the DGT.

The prices of the new Jeep Compass start from 28,500 euros for the 1.3 petrol with 130 CV in Sport trim, up to 47,700 euros for the Compass 4xe in S version. Here you can read the road test of the Jeep Compass 4xe before this aesthetic update.

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Technical specifications of this car

Off-RoadJeep Compass6 versions · from 43,200 €