Used 2018 Jeep Compass for Sale nearSan Antonio, TX

Compare 2018 Jeep Compass Trims in San Antonio, TX

The 2018 Jeep Compass offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to feature-rich models, all with versatile drivetrain choices.

• Starting at $6,995
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 32 hwy
• Most Popular: Limited 4WD

Trim Overview

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Sport FWD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 7 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Sport FWD listings

Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 53 listings
• View Sport 4WD listings

Latitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV with advanced features for a reasonable price.

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 223 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Latitude 4WD listings

Latitude FWD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a standard SUV experience with a good mix of features and comfort.

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 46 listings
• View Latitude FWD listings

Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish SUV with added features for a more premium feel.

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 37 listings
• View Altitude 4WD listings

Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features without going for the top-tier model.

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 19 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Limited FWD listings

Trailhawk 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Trailhawk 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want off-road capability combined with premium features.

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 148 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Trailhawk 4WD listings

Limited 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Limited 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with extensive features and off-road capability.

• Avg. market price: $6,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 322 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Limited 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited 4WD

With 322 active listings, the Limited 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Sport FWD

At $6,995 avg market price — below the lineup median of $6,995 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Sport FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — Sport FWD

The Sport FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 23/32 MPG.

Browse Sport FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2018 Jeep Compass cost?

Prices have softened 8.31% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,137 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

If you find a listing below $13,548.81, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2018 Jeep Compass a good car?

Generally — the 2018 Jeep Compass earns a 4.36/5 user rating and a 7/10 expert rating, which points to a well-liked small SUV with clear strengths. The model scores 8/10 across Form and function, Technology, and Safety.

Owners repeatedly praise its smooth ride, numerous features, value for money, 4x4 capability, and interior upgrades. In practical terms, that lines up well with the Compass’s appeal as a more affordable SUV that still gives you a stronger sense of capability than many rivals.

The Compass also fits you well if you want a compact SUV that feels more versatile than car-like crossovers, especially if you value Jeep styling and available all-weather capability. 31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2018 Jeep Compass reliable?

Owners rate it 4.36/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to a dependable-feeling ownership experience, with repeated praise for value, smooth ride quality, and 4x4 capability. That kind of feedback matters because it suggests the Compass can be a vehicle you count on for everyday use, not just occasional driving.

On the road, the Compass is described as well rounded and well suited for daily driving, which supports the idea that it can handle long-term use without feeling fragile. For used buyers, the main ownership risk is less about outright durability and more about making sure the specific example you choose has been cared for properly.

What should I look for when buying a used 2018 Jeep Compass?

At 62.8% 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 price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the vehicle’s equipment matches the trim level you expect.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Sport trim comes standard with a reversing camera, push-button start, Bluetooth connectivity with voice control, 6 speakers, and a 5-inch Uconnect touchscreen display. Latitude adds automatically activating headlights, integrated roof rails, 17-inch aluminum wheels, chrome interior finish, ambient LED lighting, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. Limited adds leather seating, heated and ventilated front seats, an 8-way power driver’s seat, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, and an 8.4-inch Uconnect multimedia display. Trailhawk adds red tow hooks, a blacked-out hood, unique badging and grille, skid plates, off-road tires, and unique 17-inch wheels.
• Powertrain: The Compass uses a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with 180 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. You can choose front-wheel drive or available four-wheel drive, and the 9-speed automatic is optional with 4WD on Sport and Latitude, then standard on Trailhawk and Limited.
• Safety package: The Compass comes standard with 7 airbags, all-speed traction control, stability control, the LATCH child-seat anchoring system, hill-start assist, rain brake assist, electronic roll mitigation, electronic stability control, hill descent control, a reversing camera with active guidelines, and a trailer-sway damping system. Forward-collision warning and avoidance are available, along with lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams, and Park Sense.
• Infotainment: The Compass uses Jeep’s Uconnect system with a 5-inch touchscreen in Sport and Latitude. A 7-inch touchscreen is available on Sport and Latitude and adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. An 8.4-inch touchscreen is standard on Trailhawk and Limited and available on Latitude with the Navigation package.
• Fuel efficiency: The 4WD Compass with the 9-speed automatic returns 22 mpg city, 30 highway, 25 combined. The 4WD Compass with the 6-speed automatic gets 22 mpg city, 31 highway, 25 combined. The 4WD Compass with the 6-speed manual gets the same fuel economy, while the FWD Compass returns 23, 32, 26.

Which 2018 Jeep Compass trim should I buy?

The 2018 Jeep Compass is offered in 4 trim levels: Sport, Latitude, Trailhawk, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core Compass experience with a reversing camera, push-button start, Bluetooth, 6 speakers, and a 5-inch Uconnect touchscreen. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the model, but you’ll give up some convenience and cabin polish.
• Latitude: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds useful everyday upgrades like automatic headlights, roof rails, 17-inch wheels, ambient lighting, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. If you want a nicer-feeling Compass without jumping too far up the price ladder, this is the trim to target.
• Trailhawk: This is the one to choose if you want the most off-road-focused Compass. It adds skid plates, off-road tires, unique tow hooks, special styling, and Rock Mode with Hill Descent Control.
• Limited: This is the upscale choice, with leather seating, heated and ventilated front seats, an 8-way power driver’s seat, and the larger 8.4-inch display. It suits you best if comfort and cabin features matter more than price.

The safety package includes standard reversing-camera coverage, while forward-collision warning and avoidance, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams, and Park Sense are available rather than standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2018 Jeep Compass?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile deals.

• Deal availability: 31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,137 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.31% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 62.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $13,548.81, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2018 Jeep Compass's resale value?

The current average of $13,543 sits slightly below last year's $14,770.

That price movement suggests the Compass has already absorbed some depreciation, which can help future resale stability if you buy at the right price. If you shop carefully now, you may reduce the amount of value left to lose over your ownership period.

The model’s broad appeal comes from its mix of value, Jeep branding, and available capability, which can help keep demand steady among used buyers. Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.36/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2018 Jeep Compass safe?

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The Compass comes standard with 7 airbags, all-speed traction control, stability control, the LATCH child-seat anchoring system, hill-start assist, rain brake assist, electronic roll mitigation, electronic stability control, hill descent control, a reversing camera with active guidelines, and a trailer-sway damping system.

You can also get forward-collision warning and avoidance, plus lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams, and Park Sense. For used shopping, that means you should check carefully whether a specific listing includes the optional driver-assistance features you want, since several of them are not standard.

Should I buy a 2018 Jeep Compass or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2018 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2018 if:

• 31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 62.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.31% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.36/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• The 2018 model keeps the second-generation Compass’s newer design, stronger interior, and available 4x4 capability.

Consider the 2017 if:

• At $11,335, the 2017 costs less than the current year's $13,543 average.
• It offers a compact crossover that blends everyday comfort with rough-terrain ability.

The bottom line: If you want the better-rounded Compass with stronger features and a more current ownership experience, the 2018 is the safer default. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2017 can make sense, but you should be more selective about condition and equipment.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.