Used 2022 Jeep Compass for Sale nearToms River, NJ

Compare 2022 Jeep Compass Trims

The 2022 Jeep Compass offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all featuring versatile 4WD capabilities.

• Starting at $18,046
• Best MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Most Popular: Limited 4WD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a capable off-roader without paying for luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $19,685 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 794 listings
• View Sport 4WD listings

Latitude FWD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped compact SUV without the added cost of AWD.

• Avg. market price: $18,046 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 704 listings
• View Latitude FWD listings

Latitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without breaking the bank.

• Avg. market price: $19,480 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 5,072 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Latitude 4WD listings

Latitude Lux 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude Lux 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $19,696 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 768 listings
• View Latitude Lux 4WD listings

Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty look combined with all-wheel drive capability.

• Avg. market price: $21,987 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 311 listings
• View Altitude 4WD listings

Limited 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Limited 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features and the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $21,658 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 6,531 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Limited 4WD listings

Trailhawk 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Trailhawk 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want off-road capability with luxury touches.

• Avg. market price: $21,669 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 2,665 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Trailhawk 4WD listings

High Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The High Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want top-tier features for serious adventurers.

• Avg. market price: $22,620 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 254 listings
• View High Altitude 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited 4WD

With 6,531 active listings, the Limited 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Latitude FWD

At $18,046 avg market price — below the lineup median of $20,677 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Latitude FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — Latitude FWD

The Latitude FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 22/31 MPG.

Browse Latitude FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2022 Jeep Compass cost?

Prices have softened 7.36% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 5,692 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

Is the 2022 Jeep Compass a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Jeep Compass earns a 5/5 user rating and a 6.33/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 8/10.

Owners commonly praise the Compass for its comfort, value for money, and impressive features, and they also highlight the interior design. In use-case terms, that lines up with Jeep’s push to make this small SUV feel more premium and more appealing than before. The main trade-offs are fairly pedestrian performance and poor value for money. Even so, the Compass should make sense for you if you want a compact SUV with a more upscale presentation and Jeep branding. The market also shows 35.2% of listings as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Jeep Compass reliable?

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

User feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with owners describing the Compass as something they can count on over the long term. The expert notes also emphasize that Jeep has improved the model’s refinement and tech, which helps it feel more settled than earlier versions. Jeep Wave adds three years of free scheduled maintenance, which is a useful ownership perk. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright durability and more about whether the vehicle has been maintained well and driven gently enough to avoid compounding its already modest powertrain shortcomings.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Jeep Compass?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any candidate, even if the listing looks clean at first glance. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on the drivetrain, suspension, and electronics, since those are the areas where condition matters most on a used compact SUV. It also helps to compare trim equipment carefully, because the Compass changes a lot as you move up the lineup.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup starts with the base Jeep Compass Sport trim level, then moves up through Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Trailhawk, and High Altitude. The base trim is the most stripped-down starting point, while higher trims add a more upscale cabin, better materials, and more equipment.
• Powertrain: Every version uses a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 177 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel-drive models use a six-speed automatic, while AWD models use a nine-speed automatic. The setup is tuned more for efficiency than urgency.
• Safety package: Every version includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Highway Assist, parking assistance, and a 360-degree surround-view camera are available, but not standard.
• Infotainment: An 8.4-inch touchscreen is standard, and a 10.1-inch screen is available. Wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, over-the-air updates, Bluetooth for two devices, satellite radio, and voice text-to-reply are included.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA says the Compass High Altitude should have returned 25 mpg in combined driving, while the test vehicle averaged 23.8 mpg.

Which 2022 Jeep Compass trim should I buy?

The 2022 Jeep Compass is offered in 6 trim levels: Sport, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Trailhawk, and High Altitude.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the entry point, so it makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and are comfortable with a simpler equipment list.
• Latitude: This is the first step up and a sensible choice if you want a better balance of features without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• Latitude Lux: This trim adds more upscale appeal and is a stronger fit if you want the Compass to feel more premium inside.
• Limited: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it moves you closer to the Compass’s more polished personality without going all the way to the top.
• Trailhawk: Choose this if you want the most capable off-road version, with the low-range AWD system, crawl ratio, hill descent control, skid plates, and extra ground clearance.
• High Altitude: This is the most expensive version and the most fully loaded, with the most upscale presentation and the richest feature content.

Safety equipment is standard across the lineup, while Highway Assist and the parking-assist features remain available rather than standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Jeep Compass?

This is a moderate, selective-buyer market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 35.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 5,692 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.36% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 84.2% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $20,988, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Jeep Compass's resale value?

The current average of $20,988 sits slightly below last year's $22,654.

That decline suggests the market has become a little more favorable for buyers, which can also mean a softer starting point for future resale. If you buy at the right price now, you may have less depreciation pressure than someone who paid closer to the prior-year average. The Compass’s premium positioning and strong owner satisfaction can help support demand, but its resale performance will still depend heavily on trim, mileage, and condition.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Jeep Compass safe?

The 2022 Jeep Compass earns a three-star rollover resistance rating from NHTSA.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Every version comes with forward-collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Highway Assist, which pairs adaptive cruise control with lane-centering assistance, is available later in the model year, along with parallel and perpendicular parking assistance and a 360-degree surround-view camera. The expert notes also flag a need to improve headlight performance, and the lane-keep assist can feel too insistent at lower speeds.

Should I buy a 2022 Jeep Compass or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 35.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.36% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It brings a more upscale interior and improved tech.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $22,603, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $20,988 average.
• It adds a standard turbocharged engine.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2022 is the smarter buy because pricing has eased and inventory is healthy. If you can spend more and want the newer mechanical upgrade, the 2023 is the better long-term pick.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.