Used 2016 Jeep Compass for Sale near New Jersey

Compare 2016 Jeep Compass Trims

The 2016 Jeep Compass offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $6,732
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 30 hwy
• Most Popular: Latitude 4WD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

Sport — "Who It's For"

The Sport is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $6,732 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 200 listings
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Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without a significant price increase.

• Avg. market price: $8,104 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 786 listings
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Latitude — "Who It's For"

The Latitude is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded vehicle with added comfort and technology features.

• Avg. market price: $7,183 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 131 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Latitude listings

Sport SE 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport SE 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive at a lower price point without sacrificing features.

• Avg. market price: $8,100 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 13 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Sport SE 4WD listings

High Altitude Edition — "Who It's For"

The High Altitude Edition is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish vehicle with premium features without going overboard on price.

• Avg. market price: $7,707 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 28 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Latitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a popular trim with a balance of features and all-wheel drive capability.

• Avg. market price: $8,304 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 5,063 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Latitude 4WD listings

High Altitude Edition 4WD — "Who It's For"

The High Altitude Edition 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a trail-ready vehicle with premium features and all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $9,305 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 76 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View High Altitude Edition 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Latitude 4WD

With 5,063 active listings, the Latitude 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Sport

At $6,732 avg market price — below the lineup median of $8,100 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Sport

The Sport trim offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 23/30 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2016 Jeep Compass cost?

Prices have softened 10.17% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 964 listings available, which gives you a decent amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2016 Jeep Compass a good car?

The 2016 Jeep Compass is a mixed but workable choice if you want a value-focused crossover and can accept its age. It earns 3.8/5 from owners and 6.5/10 from our experts.

The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 8/10.

Owners repeatedly praise the roomy interior, comfort, good fuel economy, and strong value for the money. The overview also points to a lower entry point and the possibility of incentives, which fits a buyer who wants a practical crossover without paying new-model prices.

The Compass is most appealing if you want a straightforward, budget-friendly crossover rather than the newest or most advanced one. It closes with 30.1% of listings marked as good or great deals, which supports its value-oriented case.

Is the 2016 Jeep Compass reliable?

The 2016 Jeep Compass is presented as a competent used crossover, but you should still shop carefully because owner feedback includes engine and transmission concerns. Owners describe it as dependable in the sense that it offers a roomy cabin, comfort, and good fuel economy, while also calling out its value and features.

On the road, the expert notes that the Compass can still hang with newer crossovers in everyday driving, and the 2.4-liter automatic AWD setup is described as smooth-shifting with decent acceleration. The cost-effectiveness discussion also reinforces that it can be a sensible discount option in a pricey segment.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that reported powertrain issues can turn a bargain into an expensive repair if you skip a thorough inspection.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Jeep Compass?

At 57.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing has any accident or repair history. Focus on body condition, panel alignment, and signs of prior damage, then make sure the powertrain and transmission feel healthy on a test drive.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Sport is effectively the base trim and comes with an auxiliary audio jack, tire pressure monitoring lamp, illuminated cupholders, and Bluetooth hands-free calling. The Sport SE adds heated leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, while the 75th Anniversary Edition adds remote engine start and a power moonroof on top of Sport SE features. The Latitude adds a 60/40 split/fold rear seat, rear 115-volt auxiliary power outlet, brightwork grille, and power foldaway heated side mirrors. The High Altitude adds bright-side roof rails, 17-inch Granite painted wheels, and a 6-way power driver’s seat.
• Powertrain: The Compass offers a 2.0-liter I4 with 158 horsepower and 141 pound-feet of torque, or a 2.4-liter I4 with 172 hp and 165 lb-ft. The 2.0-liter can be paired with a 5-speed manual or CVT, while the 2.4-liter also uses a 5-speed manual or CVT, with a 6-speed automatic available on AWD models. The 6-speed automatic is described as the best option for smooth shifts and decent acceleration.
• Safety package: The Compass comes standard with 6 multistage airbags for the driver and front passenger, second-row side curtain airbags, crumple protection, and side-impact door beams. Blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, and forward-collision avoidance are not included, and the backup camera is available rather than standard.
• Infotainment: The base stereo includes an auxiliary audio input jack and Bluetooth streaming for hands-free calling, with a 1-year SiriusXM subscription available. The system uses the dated Radio 430 Uconnect setup, but it does include a USB port for charging and music playback.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.4-liter AWD automatic is estimated at 20 mpg city, 26 highway, and 23 combined. The CVT with low crawl ratio and full-time AWD is rated at 20 city, 23 highway, and 21 combined. The best figure is the 2.0-liter FWD manual at 23 city, 30 highway, and 26 combined.

Which 2016 Jeep Compass trim should I buy?

The 2016 Jeep Compass is offered in 4 trim levels: Sport, Sport SE, Latitude, High Altitude.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the entry point, and it gives you the basics without much extra equipment. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the Compass, but it is also the most stripped-down version.
• Sport SE: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds heated leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• Latitude: This trim adds more everyday convenience with a split-fold rear seat, rear power outlet, brightwork grille, and heated power-folding mirrors. It is the better pick if you want a more complete family-friendly setup.
• High Altitude: This is the most upscale-looking trim in the lineup, with bright-side roof rails, 17-inch Granite painted wheels, and a power driver’s seat. Choose it if appearance and extra comfort matter more than value.

The safety package is limited across the lineup, and the backup camera remains available rather than standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 Jeep Compass?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough softness in pricing to make careful shopping worthwhile.

• Deal availability: 30.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 964 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.17% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 57.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $7,847, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 Jeep Compass's resale value?

The current average of $7,847 sits slightly below last year's $8,735.

That decline suggests the Compass has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help you as a buyer today. If you plan to resell later, the softer pricing also means your upside is likely to be modest unless you buy especially well.

For a future seller, the key takeaway is that value-oriented models tend to move best when they are priced aggressively and presented cleanly. A well-kept Compass with strong history and desirable equipment should be easier to move than one with accident history or obvious wear.

Is the 2016 Jeep Compass safe?

The 2016 Jeep Compass earns Good from IIHS for head restraints and seats, and it earns three-star ratings for frontal crashes and four-star ratings for rollovers from NHTSA.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The Compass comes standard with 6 multistage airbags for the driver and front passenger, plus second-row side curtain airbags, crumple protection, and side-impact door beams. However, it lacks advanced driver-assistance features such as blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, and forward-collision avoidance, and the backup camera is available rather than standard.

That means you should not expect modern safety tech from this model year, so condition and equipment verification matter more than usual when you shop used.

Should I buy a 2016 Jeep Compass or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 30.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 57.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.17% compared with last year.
• The 2016 improves on the original Compass while still showing its age, which makes it a value play rather than a cutting-edge choice.

Consider the 2017 if:

• At $11,308, the 2017 costs more than the current year's $7,847 average.
• It brings a completely redesigned Compass with legitimate off-road capability.

The bottom line: If you want the lowest entry price and are comfortable with an older, less advanced crossover, the 2016 is the better buy. If you want a newer Compass with a much more modern mission and can spend more, the 2017 is the stronger long-term choice. For price-sensitive buyers, the 2016 still makes sense as long as you verify history and condition carefully.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.