“Everyday Capable.” It’s more than just a slogan—it’s a promise. The new Jeep Compass, unveiled as one of the brand’s most significant launches of 2025, lives up to this mission with bolder design, enhanced practicality, and a full embrace of electrification. Nearly two decades after its debut and with over 2.5 million units sold worldwide, the Compass returns in its third generation stronger, smarter, and ready for both city streets and rugged trails.
New Jeep Compass: a European best-seller evolves
Jeep, a member of the Stellantis family, continues to solidify its presence in the European market. After a strong performance in 2024—with over 132,000 vehicles sold, nearly 80,000 of which were Avengers—the American brand now shifts focus to its cornerstone compact SUV. The new Compass is set to strengthen Jeep’s standing across the continent, especially in the fleet segment, where adaptability and efficiency are key.
We had the chance to experience the vehicle up close during its international preview, and it’s clear Jeep has gone all-in to make the Compass a benchmark in its category.
The third-generation Compass impresses right from the first glance. It’s larger than its predecessor, measuring 4.5 meters in length (14.4 cm longer), 1.90 meters in width (+8.5 cm), and featuring a wheelbase stretched by nearly 16 cm. These increased dimensions don’t just translate to more space—they give the Compass a more commanding presence on the road.
Built on Stellantis’ STLA Medium platform (the same used on the Opel Grandland and Peugeot 3008, but with many improvements) —engineered with electrification in mind—the Compass adopts a squarer, more rugged silhouette that evokes the off-road heritage Jeep is known for. Protective cladding surrounds key exterior areas, while design cues like the familiar seven-slot grille and C-shaped rear lights nod to both family ties and model identity.
But style is only part of the story. The new Compass also incorporates a host of aerodynamic upgrades, including active grille shutters, air ducts on both axles, and a completely flat underbody. The result: a drag coefficient below 0.3, impressive for a compact SUV.
Step inside, and the new Compass continues to impress. It’s not just about visual updates—the practicality has taken a notable leap forward. Jeep has packed in 34 liters of storage compartments throughout the cabin, and the luggage space now offers 550 liters—up 45 liters from the previous generation.
Tech-wise, the cabin is modern and connected. A 10-inch digital instrument cluster is paired with a 16-inch central touchscreen infotainment system. Both support over-the-air updates and seamless smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ensuring drivers are always connected and up to date.
The most powerful on this platform
Under the hood, the new Compass offers a powertrain for every kind of driver. The lineup begins with a 48V mild-hybrid producing 145 hp, ideal for those easing into electrification. A more powerful 195 hp plug-in hybrid version will also be available for those seeking extra performance and electric-only flexibility.
However, the real showstoppers are the three BEV variants. The fully electric versions range from 213 hp with front-wheel drive to a potent 375 hp in the all-wheel-drive configuration. The latter brings true Jeep capability to the table, boasting a wading depth of up to 470 mm and optimized off-road angles—impressive numbers for a fully electric SUV.
Thanks to its aerodynamic enhancements, the all-electric Compass will offer competitive range figures: up to 500 km for the FWD model and as much as 650 km for the AWD version. These numbers put it in line with the top players in the segment, with the added bonus of Jeep’s rugged DNA.
