Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
20 -23 City / 23 -30 HWY
Horsepower
158 -172
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jamie B
It is compact, but still very spacious on the inside. It's perfect for work, travel, and carpooling.
I like the compact size, and the smooth ride. I like that it's part of the Jeep family but feels accessible and perfect for everyday commutes. I love the luxury option of the specific model I purchased.
accountCircle Sarah P
Why my jeep compass is great.
I love my jeep compass. I only have to fill the tank once every 3 weeks, and I drive over 20 miles to work a day. It is comfortable and smooth over the pothole filled roads of pa. . It has so much room, for our large grocery orders, and for our expanding family.
accountCircle Mandy V
Affordable, reliable, comfortable!
I love my jeep compass. It is a good size for me. It's the third jeep vehicle I have driven and I love the comfort and reliability of the vehicle. It gets pretty good gas mileage, it is easy to maneuver, it is the right size for me and I can haul things. I love mine.
accountCircle Erin P
Jeep compass is comfortable and suits all of our needs.
My jeep compass is super comfortable, provides great storage space especially if you're able to lay the back seats down, it's been incredibly reliable and has performed beyond expectations every time. We lived in northern New York during the winter and despite crazy snow conditions we were still able to get around with minimal issues.
accountCircle Michele P
It has 4 wheel drive and definitely has some get up and go
I love my jeep. Sporty and powerful. Wish it had a sunroof though
accountCircle Casey J
A good certified vehicle that has low miles.
I bought it certified. No problems. It is new to me, a 2016. It is dark blue. The wheels have lasted a while, so far. The lights work great as well. In the future I would buy another Jeep, probably a compass. I like that it has a CD player a Bluetooth options to talk to other people.
accountCircle Gina K
Safe road sound sturdy and cute to look at.
The top of the front window is a little low so you can't get too close to the signal lights or you won't see them. Performance is good, comfortable leather seats roomy back seat. Small gas tank thou. Good on highway mileage. A little slow on take off but good to go when at desire speed no problem. Safe driving.
accountCircle John D
Jeep compass? A great family vehicle.
The jeep compass is a great vehicle. It is safe, efficient, and pretty spacious for a midsize SUV. If there is one complaint we have, it is that it does not have the greatest gas mileage. However, overall the jeep compass meets all of our needs, was a great price, and is a good family vehicle.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jessica C
To many mechanical problems
Definitely not a smooth riding car. I've had more mechanical problems with this car than any car I've ever owned. Put a lot of money into fixing the car than actually enjoying it. I will never purchase a Jeep Compass again. I guess you pay for what you get
accountCircle David P
Piece of junk, would never buy one again.
Unreliable, always in for repairs. There is nothing I like any longer about this vehicle. I thought that it was great at first, but have changed my mind after needing so many repairs
accountCircle Tina M
It is so small. The car does not ride well. Very loud and annoying.
It is like driving a tin can. It is so very loud. The radio is junk and it drives horribly. The brakes squeal all the time as well.
accountCircle Steve P
It has satellite radio. It is white. It is a 2.4l. It has a 4 cylinder engine.
I dislike there are too many issues. It had a defect. I like the color. I like the shape of the vehicle.
accountCircle Patrice C
It is a slow vehicle. No get up and go.
I like the fuel mileage and the Uconnect feature. I do not like how slow the vehicle is and it feels overly top heavy. More than any other SUV I've driven.
accountCircle Steve M
Can go over 200 miles on a tank of gas. It is very good on major highways.
I don't like that I had a recall and it was not fixed. I do like the color and the shape of the vehicle. I do like the mason the vehicle.
accountCircle Greg F
2016 Jeep compass Good and Bad
Not a lot of interior space for a small suv, pretty poor gas mileage, very basic features, Bluetooth frequently does not work, runs fine, nothing major about the car is good or bad, would reconsider purchase
accountCircle Carolyn
Throttlebody
I brought my 2016 compass used in November of 2017 with almost 19000 miles on it. It is now the beginning of April 2019 and I have put less than 7000 miles on it. The check engine light started coming on about a week ago along with a lightning bolt and I think it was the ESB light intermittently. Dropped it off yesterday at the dealer and they are telling me the warranty expired February 17 and it cost 598+tax to fix a faulty throttle body. Waiting to hear back if Chrysler is willing to help!

Jeep Compass Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Sport
158-172 HP 23-26 MPG 5 Seats
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Sport SE Pkg
172 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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75th Anniversary
172 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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Latitude
172 HP 21-22 MPG 5 Seats
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High Altitude Edition
172 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 Jeep Compass Owner Reviews

4.08
539 Reviews
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5 stars 40%
4 stars 36%
3 stars 18%
2 stars 4%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Heather P on June 25, 2021
Great little compact SUV car.
Handles wells, great pickup, plenty of room in a small car, the gas mileage is wonderful and the car has amazing leg room, storage in the back and handles great on the highway, the mpg are great for the city and the highway, perfect for long drives or trips to the grocery store.
accountCircle Kathlene C on June 25, 2021
I really like the vehicle but it has had to have several major repairs. I am glad that I had a warranty program to cover these. Not sure if I would buy again. My daughter also bought a jeep and it has had to have several repairs. I might go back to buying ford in the future.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Vicky H.

Jeeps are reliable and quality vehicles. It has enough room for my family and a lot of space for hauling things and groceries. I feel that my family and I are safe in this vehicle. It handles easily. There are drink consoles in that front and back seats that keep items from spilling.

likeFilled Teresa S.

Great gas mileage, handles well, reasonable price comfortable to ride in, color choices, insurance reasonable, fully loaded, very safe, sharp looking,XM radio, Bluetooth equipped. Smoother ride, seat warmer.

likeFilled Danielle R.

The car is very roomy and good on gas while also looking cute and is a very modern car that many people would like to have it has a good sound system with a big trunk. The 2016 version is very reliable and is good in the snow with four-wheel-drive.

likeFilled Cody S.

It has four wheel drive, it is a larger vehicle and it is decently fuel efficient. I also like the color package of the car and the look of it. I would like to get another vehicle of the same class as the one I have.

likeFilled Brittany R.

Good highway mpg. Rides smooth. No physical issues. Fluids last longer than normal. Cheap to fix if anything breaks or falls off. To fill up it is only $35. Fluids and oil are cheap to supply. Tires last a long time. Battery and other related items extend lifetime.

likeFilled Alex C.

I really like how spacious the vehicle is. It is great for car seats. It gives us plenty of room without needing a large SUV. It is the perfect family vehicle. Gas mileage is decent. We plan on purchasing another once we pay off this one.

likeFilled Paige W.

The pros of a Jeep is the capacity. It fits my 5 person family very well. The Jeep Compass has a beautiful interior and a great engine. The 4WD comes in handy when it is snowy or slick. Overall the Jeep Compass is a great vehicle.

likeFilled Kevin B.

It is dependable, safe, and low cost maintenance. It has great features but not obnoxious with a million buttons. The dash is user friendly. It is an SUV but easily maneuvered like a sedan. The company is dependable and trustworthy.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Vicky H.

Gas mileage is not the best. I feel like I have to fill up fairly frequently. It was not easy figuring out how to set the clock and for some reason the clock always runs 2-3 minutes slow. I do not like the thing with the light on the top of the back window. I could do without it.

dislikeFilled Teresa S.

None other than could be a little larger inside gas mileage could be better book value could be better more color choices. Could have a built in GPS. The back seats need to recline where it will be more comfortable for passengers.

dislikeFilled Danielle R.

There are not many bad things about this car Maybe the pick up is a little slow and it is pretty large so hard to fit in parking spots and the newer versions are prettier and have more things included like a touch sound system and heated seats. This one does not have heated seats and it has fabric rather than leather.

dislikeFilled Cody S.

The only cons that I can think of is that it has some technical issues. The transmission, the throttle body and the tire well had to be replaced. Other than that I cannot think of a con on the vehicle.

dislikeFilled Brittany R.

There are no cons to this vehicle I have had my Jeep for almost 2 years and it has been nothing but reliable I would not change a thing about it. I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone purchasing a new car.

dislikeFilled Alex C.

The voice command option does not work very well. It has trouble picking up our commands. Also, when we are on the phone, the person on the other lines has difficulty hearing what we are saying. It could maybe use an update.

dislikeFilled Paige W.

Some Cons have to be: the gas mileage and the inconvenient maintenance. The Jeep does not get very good mileage, but that is just the design of the vehicle. It usually gets about 26-30 miles to the gallon. Also because of the manufacturer to get certain routine maintenance you have to take it directly to the dealership, which can get pricey.

dislikeFilled Kevin B.

My edition is not a 4x4 And I wish I would have waited for it to become available. It does not seem to have much power. When I first bought it I did have to invest $700 to get the power steering replaced.

Ranks #20 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2016 Jeep Compass has an average owner rating of 4.15 out of 5 which ranks it #20 of 26 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #7 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Jeep Compass has a combined MPG of 32 which ranks it #7 of 26 other Compact SUVs.

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Is The 2016 Jeep Compass A Good Car?

Yes. I love the 4 wheel drive. Sesys go down so it's great for moving or hauling things. Great in the winter. Love this vehicle.
Denise R.
Yes. Could have a better engine. Overall good on gas mileage. Great family vehicle. Problems with engine.
Danielle V.
Yes, my 2016 jeep compass is a good vehicle. It has plenty of room, 4 wheel drive, and is pretty easy on gas.
Abigail C.
Yes, it has pretty good gas mileage and not more than $20 to fill the tank to almost full. It has four wheel drive which makes it very convenient in the winter and a great vehicle for the mountains.
Brigitte E.
Yes! Good on gas, have no mechanical problems so far, no rust, a lot of technology to use. 4 wheel drive is outstanding, front wheel drive does really good in snow. I would recommend the jeep compass... Read More
tina h.
Yes I would say it is a good vehicle for the most part. It is a little tight on space for loading a car seat and for traveling with any cargo in the back.
Alaska A.
Yes great space for family/ friends and back seats fold down to hold cargo. Gets decent gas mileage and has 4wd for when the weather gets bad.
Ryan J.
No, there is a persistent evap system leak. I have replaced the gas cap twice. The seats are uncomfortable, there is not enough padding on the edge of the seat as you try to get out of the driver... Read More
michael m.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Jeep Compass?

I have never had any problems with the vehicle. It is very reliable. The only thing I have had to do is replace the tires so far.
Denise R.
It has problems with the engine. Traction and the traction control are a issue. The window motors go quite fast. And the throttle body goes at about 50000 miles.
Danielle V.
Yes, this jeep is reliable. I have not seen any problems with it so far. It gets me where I need to go.
Abigail C.
So far in the 3 years I have had this car I have not had any issues and has been a very reliable way of transportation.
Brigitte E.
Yes, very reliable! I have not had any problems so far, other than I think the transmission may be starting to slip, but not sure.
tina h.
It has been reliable so far. The transmission does slip in the winter months when it is cold however.
Alaska A.
Yes it is reliable. I have 75,000 miles on it and it has had no issues. It reminds me when it is time to get an oil change and when my tire pressures get low.
Ryan J.
Yes it is reliable, however it drives poorly due to the leaky gas cap. It feels like a spark plug is misfiring upon acceleration, but it is the evap system leak,
michael m.

Is The 2016 Jeep Compass A Good Value?

I bought it used for $16,000. I think it was a great value for the amount of options the jeep offers. I got my money's worth.
Denise R.
I paid 16000. For me this was a little too much. If I would have been told about the small engine I would have not purchased it.
Danielle V.
My 2016 jeep compass was approximately 20,000z I pay approximately $400 a month. It holds its value.
Abigail C.
I do not remember the price except I do not think it was too bad but it is a very good value and completely worth the price.
Brigitte E.
I paid $16,500 for my jeep but it was used. I thought it was a good value. I think it is very comfortable to drive, and my husband has his leg room when driving it.
tina h.
I paid 17,000 for a certified used model with 28,000. It is a little high for a vehicle that small but it has a lot of features and 4x4.
Alaska A.
I am not sure how much the average cost is. I bought mine for 15,000 and . I think it is a great value for of the product.
Ryan J.
It was priced at about $12000, it has been a fine commuter vehicle and represents good value for a car that will get you around town.
michael m.

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Frequently Asked Questions

2016 Jeep Compass: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The 2016 Jeep Compass is going to have a standard trunk cargo area volume of 22.7 cubic feet. When the rear seats are folded down You can extend this cargo area out. Now what model You have will depend on the...

2016 Jeep Compass: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2016 Jeep Compass is available with either a 2 liter or 2.5 liter engine, and both hold 5 US quarts of 5W-20 motor oil. Using an oil like 5W-20 ensures the engine stays adequately lubricated in colder...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Side

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Side

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety