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2017 Jeep Compass consumer reviews

$19,940–$21,940 MSRP range
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(161 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.6
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Great college car for daughter!

Small, enough power, small tank, but good for what you buy! Most importantly daughter likes it and she the one who has to drive it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable commuting car.

This car is comfortable and economic to operate, in good condition. 75,000 miles left on transferable warranty. Great condition, well maintained. Has been very dependable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Horrible!

I have had nothing but problems with the 2017 Jeep Compass. Had it almost 3 years and cannot wait to get rid of it. Each problem gets worse and worse.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Wish I hadn't bought it

The car drives ok but I really like the old 2000 model better all the way around. The 2017 is too bulky looking. I bought this one used. It was a rental from a dealership. I've had it 4 months and already left me stranded. Died in 4 intersections which could have been a disaster. The repair shop could not find the problem and just reset all of the codes hoping it was a glitch somewhere. The automatic engine OFF/ON is very annoying since you can't disable it. You have to turn it off each time you start the car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best newer car I've owned

This car has a great radio, heated seats, comfortable seating. Cup holders in the back seat. Plenty of space my kids and I. 4wd all the time. And buttons on both sides of the steering wheel.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Mediocre

Car is very slow. Doesn’t have much power at all. Seems like it would be more updated with technology being a 2017. I am having regrets on purchasing this vehicle

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best suv ever

And I was SUV shopping I fell in love with the jeep compass because it has lots of room but yet it’s small enough for an SUV to be manageable on the road. And it’s easy to maneuver and good on gas mileage so this would definitely be a great starter SUVs for somebody looking to get their child a reliable safe Truck

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The Worst Car EVER

Well first of all It is called a compass But doesn't have one.. The 1st month a rear light of it fell out , called the dealer and they said its a reflector and I said it shouldn't fall out, Then I was on the freeway and when I reached 70 miles it started shaking like crazy It scared the hell out of me ..I thought all of the tires were flat that is how it shook.Took it to the dealer and they asked me if I drove it on a dirt road? WTH does that mean its a jeep, He said nothing wrong with it, Not true When it is windy day it feels like its going to turn over , and if you turn quick it almost flipped. The back seat is a joke!!! You feel every Bump.. NEVER AGAIN!!! And when I called my salesperson 3 times about the compass He said he would mail me one 2 years later NOTHING!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Drives so smooth!

This car met all my needs! I fit so well in it I’m very happy and satisfied with my new vehicle! Eli helped me find this car and put me in it in such a timely manner

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Bland and Underpowered

I was given a 2017 Jeep Compass as a rental for a week. I cannot stress how underwhelming this thing was. It has zero style inside and out, it's cargo area is cramped for the size of the thing, and it is a DOG, especially on the highway. I had a base model and the dash felt like it was designed 10 years ago. It didn't even have Bluetooth! What 2017 car doesn't have Bluetooth?

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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