2016
Jeep Compass

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr 75th Anniversary
    Starts at
    $19,695
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Sport SE Pkg
    Starts at
    $19,695
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Sport
    Starts at
    $19,695
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr 75th Anniversary
    Starts at
    $21,695
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Sport
    Starts at
    $21,695
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Sport SE Pkg
    Starts at
    $21,695
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr High Altitude Edition
    Starts at
    $23,995
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Latitude
    Starts at
    $23,995
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr High Altitude Edition
    Starts at
    $25,995
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Latitude
    Starts at
    $25,995
    20 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat compact crossover
Choice of four-cylinder engines
Manual or automatic transmission
Front- or four-wheel drive
Backup camera available

The good & the bad

The good

Six-speed automatic transmission
Available heated leather front seats
Off-road capability (Freedom Drive II)

The bad

Steering wheel doesn't telescope
Noisy interior at highway speeds
Towing capacity only 2,000 pounds
Anemic power with 2.0-liter engine
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Expert 2016 Jeep Compass review

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Vehicle Overview

The Compass, a compact crossover SUV, is related to the more popular Jeep Patriot, and both are scheduled to be replaced for 2017 by a new crossover.

The Compass comes with a choice of four-cylinder engines and front-wheel drive or two full-time four-wheel-drive systems. It competes with the Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4 and other small crossovers.
New for 2016
The Limited trim level is gone, leaving Sport and Latitude models. Bluetooth with hands-free calling and SiriusXM satellite radio with a one-year free subscription are now standard. A new Sport SE Package due in late 2015 includes steering-wheel audio controls, heated front seats, 18-inch aluminum wheels, roof rails and additional exterior details.
Significant Standard Features

  • Seats five
  • Air conditioning
  • Fog lights
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • Cruise control
  • Illuminated cupholders
  • Required in every new  car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 158-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder or 172-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Manual or automatic transmission 
  • Front-wheel drive or choice of two full-time four-wheel-drive systems
  • Freedom Drive II Off-road Package
  • Navigation system
  • Power sunroof
  • Heated leather front seats
  • Backup camera

2016 Jeep Compass review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Compass, a compact crossover SUV, is related to the more popular Jeep Patriot, and both are scheduled to be replaced for 2017 by a new crossover.

The Compass comes with a choice of four-cylinder engines and front-wheel drive or two full-time four-wheel-drive systems. It competes with the Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4 and other small crossovers.
New for 2016
The Limited trim level is gone, leaving Sport and Latitude models. Bluetooth with hands-free calling and SiriusXM satellite radio with a one-year free subscription are now standard. A new Sport SE Package due in late 2015 includes steering-wheel audio controls, heated front seats, 18-inch aluminum wheels, roof rails and additional exterior details.
Significant Standard Features

  • Seats five
  • Air conditioning
  • Fog lights
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • Cruise control
  • Illuminated cupholders
  • Required in every new  car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 158-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder or 172-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Manual or automatic transmission 
  • Front-wheel drive or choice of two full-time four-wheel-drive systems
  • Freedom Drive II Off-road Package
  • Navigation system
  • Power sunroof
  • Heated leather front seats
  • Backup camera

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Jeep Compass base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
3/5
Rollover rating
4/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
18.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6-10 MY and / or 75,001-120,000 miles
Basic
3 Month 3,000 mile Max Care Warranty
Dealer certification
125- Point Inspection
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Consumer reviews

83% of drivers recommend this car
4.3 / 5
Based on 137 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.2
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.5

Most recent

  • By Martin Hinkle from Louisville ky.
    Owns this car
    May 10, 2025

    Bought this car from a so called reputable dealer,

    Bought this car from a so called reputable dealer, Bachman Chevrolet in louisville ky. The car had a recall they didn't mention during the sale. The throttle box went bad 2 days after buying it. The front end was practically rebuilt after a week of ownership. They claimed they inspected the car but I have my doubts. After a year I have had to replace the radiator, rear brakes , rear struts and the thermostats.Bottom line don't buy anything from Bachman.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Martin Hinkle from Louisville ky.
    Owns this car
    May 10, 2025

    Bought this car from a so called reputable dealer,

    Bought this car from a so called reputable dealer, Bachman Chevrolet in louisville ky. The car had a recall they didn't mention during the sale. The throttle box went bad 2 days after buying it. The front end was practically rebuilt after a week of ownership. They claimed they inspected the car but I have my doubts. After a year I have had to replace the radiator, rear brakes , rear struts and the thermostats.Bottom line don't buy anything from Bachman.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Hannah Elliott from Fort Jones, Ca
    Owns this car
    May 31, 2022

    Please don't buy this car

    We were excited as Jeep has been good to us carwise in the past. A month after we got it home, the shocks started squeaking loudly. The transmission started stuttering. If we were driving, braked, and started driving again, the transmission would stutter, like the gears were slipping. This is not the Jeep value we had grown to love.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Embarrassed squealer from Hampton Va
    Owns this car
    April 12, 2022

    Loud squealing noises intermittently initially!

    Experience loud squealing noises when brakes are pressed. After having brakes inspected, can’t locate cause. Just so embarrassed when I make a stop. Everyone attention is on my car!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By MAMABEAR from CARLISLE, PA
    Owns this car
    May 24, 2021

    MONEY PIT

    I BOUGHT THE 2016 JEEP COMPASS HIGH ALTITUDE 4X4 LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO AND IT HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT A MONEY PIT. I HAVE HAD THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES AND MY VEHICLE STILL CONTINUES TO SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. JEEP WILL NOT MAKE GOOD ON THIS ISSUE AS IT WAS A RECALL IN 2016 AND THEY SAID IT WAS ALREADY REPAIRED. BUT YET I HAD THE CAR BACK AT THE DEALER LESS THAN A WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT IT BECAUSE THE SENSOR NEEDED REPLACED AGAIN.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Kimberly from Mansfield
    Owns this car
    March 6, 2021

    Good Vehicle

    Car was perfect and price was under budget for what I was looking for love the feel of the ride and the seats are very comfortable for a woman, my husband is a big guy and he does not fit too good.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Old Guy from Camden, SC
    Owns this car
    February 22, 2021

    It's a car

    I am a senior who finally had to trade my sportier Chrysler product for something more accessible. The only suitable car the dealer had available was the Compass. Mine is the High Altitude model with the 2.4L engine and the 6 speed auto. I expected a little better performance from it, but it is acceptable, Even with the 6 speed trans it is sluggish, but the auto-stick feature ameliorates this somewhat if you choose to manually shift it. It still isn't a race car but it will give acceptable take off without waiting all day to get to the next traffic light. The ride is comfortable, and handling is tame. As noted this is not a sports car but it is a good daily driver. Interior appointments are well thought out with lots of available storage space. My biggest disappointment is the instrument cluster. It looks like it came out of an early 70's car, except that the speedo and tach have terribly small numbering. I expect I will rely more on my GPS for speed indication. I was really disappointed with the lack of a trip computer, and tire pressure sensors. These have been mostly standard in Chrysler products for over a decade! Front passenger comfort is good with plenty of leg and headroom, with well cushioned , nicely trimmed (and heated!) seats with a powered driver's seat. The center console is two compartmented with a deep bucket, and a handy document compartment in the lid. The console space is necessary, with the glove box basically sized for a pair of gloves, and maybe a pair of glasses. There are also fairly spacious door pockets, and a dash tray. Another disappointment was the lack of a USB charging station, and only one 12 volt outlet. There is a 150 watt, 120 volt AC outlet, perhaps to plug in a USB charger? While rear storage is not on par with other vehicles in its class, it is certainly adequate for my needs, Especially if the rear seats are folded down, and I often carry quite a load of sporting and outdoor equipment, as well as a walker. The entertaiment center has good sound, with AM, FM, CD and Satellite, as well as an aux jack for external devices, and I love the Uconnect which feeds my phone through the sound sound system. I have not commented on the rear seats because I haven't used them, and likely will not, nor do I often have passengers, I will most likely keep the rear seats folded down. In spite of my disappointments, I have to rate this car with 4 Stars. It will more than adequately meet my needs, if not all of my expectations. The Compass was the least expensive SUV in its class in 2016, so who would expect it to have all of the features of its more expensive brethren, or even stable mates? At this point, I am satisfied with my purchase. No it is not best in its class, but it is a nice, comfortable, even attractive daily driver!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By JeepGirl from Stow. Ohio
    Owns this car
    February 21, 2021

    This vehicle has been reliable and comfortable.

    It has met my needs thus far. This is my second Jeep. I am a Jeep Girl. I feel safe in my Jeep and I hope it lasts a long time.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By OxanaK from Myrtle Beach, SC
    Owns this car
    February 7, 2021

    Very Reliable car

    I’ve own my Jeep since 2016 and so far so good: it runs and perform very good. I’ve done some minor repairs over the years and keep up with my services. Car has approximately 93000 miles and I use it for work and travel as well. Love my car
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Strong from Highland, MI
    Owns this car
    January 25, 2021

    Love the heated leather seats an moon roof

    So glad to have 4wD, the touch screen is nice and the heated seats will be so nice on the cold drive to work. I have always wanted to be apart of the Jeep family. I love them and now I finally have one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jeep girl from Middleville, Michigan
    Owns this car
    January 1, 2021

    4Wheel drives a must in Michigan

    Went from a small compact car to a Jeep Compass and could not be happier, lots of leg room, storage area just the best, and definitely need 4wheel drive living in Michigan.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By ROBIN from NEVADA
    Test drove this car
    October 22, 2020

    Priced right!

    Bought this vehicle for my daughter to drive in the winter. Looking forward to the 4 X 4 option. Roads in Iowa can get pretty snowy. I feel she will be safer in this type of vehicle verses one without the 4 X 4.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Jeep Compass?

The 2016 Jeep Compass is available in 5 trim levels:

  • 75th Anniversary (2 styles)
  • High Altitude Edition (2 styles)
  • Latitude (2 styles)
  • Sport (2 styles)
  • Sport SE Pkg (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Jeep Compass?

The 2016 Jeep Compass offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Jeep Compass?

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Is the 2016 Jeep Compass reliable?

The 2016 Jeep Compass has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Jeep Compass owners.

Is the 2016 Jeep Compass a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Jeep Compass. 83.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 137 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.5

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