Used 2024 Jeep Compass for Sale nearBakersfield, CA

Compare 2024 Jeep Compass Trims in Bakersfield, CA

The 2024 Jeep Compass offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all featuring 4WD for versatile driving.

• Starting at $18,313
• Best MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Most Popular: Limited 4WD

Trim Overview

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Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 36 listings
• View Sport 4WD listings

Latitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want adventure-ready features without stepping up to the pricier trims.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 193 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: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 58 listings
• View Latitude Lux 4WD listings

Limited 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Limited 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle with advanced safety and comfort features. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 250 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 without going for the highest-priced options.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 118 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Trailhawk 4WD listings

Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish vehicle with modern tech features without the luxury price.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 36 listings
• View Altitude 4WD listings

(Red) Edition 4WD — "Who It's For"

The (Red) Edition 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a unique style with premium features, though availability is limited.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 13 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View (Red) Edition 4WD listings

High Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The High Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a trail-ready vehicle with advanced technology and luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $18,313 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 43 listings
• View High Altitude 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited 4WD

With 250 active listings, the Limited 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse Limited 4WD listings

Best Budget Option — Sport 4WD

At $18,313 avg market price — below the lineup median of $18,313 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Sport 4WD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — Sport 4WD

The Sport 4WD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 24/32 MPG.

Browse Sport 4WD listings

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

How much does the 2024 Jeep Compass cost?

Prices have softened 16.26% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 9,655 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for you to compare prices and equipment.

Is the 2024 Jeep Compass a good car?

Yes — with a 5/5 user rating and a 6.83/10 expert rating, the 2024 Jeep Compass lands as a strong pick for shoppers who want value and standard equipment. The model scores 8/10 across Form and function and Technology.

Owners consistently praise the smooth ride, solid build, generous cargo capacity, and user-friendly infotainment system. They also highlight the turbocharged engine’s performance, which helps the Compass feel more capable than its price might suggest.

The trade-offs are the bland exterior styling and the poor value of the higher trims. That makes the Compass most appealing if you want a compact SUV that feels well equipped without pushing into expensive upper trims.

The overview points you toward the lower trims as the sweet spot, especially if you want more substance than the price suggests. Good and great deals make up 37.4% of listings, which supports that value-focused approach.

Is the 2024 Jeep Compass reliable?

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

Owners describe the Compass as solidly built, smooth, and trouble-free in everyday use, and they also praise the turbocharged engine and user-friendly cabin. That combination points to a vehicle that feels dependable enough for regular commuting and family duty.

The expert notes also support that impression by emphasizing the improved powertrain and the way the Compass now feels more modern than older versions. The included maintenance coverage adds another ownership perk for the first stretch of used-car ownership.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about basic dependability and more about whether the specific vehicle was maintained well and kept in good condition.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Jeep Compass?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any Compass you’re considering, even if the listing looks clean. After that, prioritize a close inspection of the cabin, electronics, tires, and body condition so you can confirm the vehicle matches the seller’s description.

Pay extra attention to whether the equipment level fits your needs, because the lower trims are where the value story is strongest. If you want more comfort or driver-assistance features, make sure the specific vehicle actually has them rather than assuming they’re standard.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Sport trim has supportive cloth seats, a large 10-inch infotainment screen, push-button start, and a cabin that avoids the bargain-bin feel of older Compass models. Higher trims add more comfort and convenience, but the source material says they become poor value quickly.
• Powertrain: The Compass uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 200 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive. It also offers drive modes for auto, snow, and sand/mud, plus a 50-50 torque lock.
• Safety package: Forward emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a driver attention monitor come standard. Adaptive cruise control is optional on Latitude Lux and Altitude trims and standard on Limited and above.
• Infotainment: A 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 comes standard, along with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, SiriusXM, 4G Wi-Fi, and USB-C ports. A 10.3-inch digital instrument panel is standard on the top High Altitude trim and optional on Limited and above.
• Fuel efficiency: Fuel economy is EPA-estimated at 24 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined.

Which 2024 Jeep Compass trim should I buy?

The 2024 Jeep Compass is offered in 5 trim levels: Sport, Latitude Lux, Altitude, Limited, and High Altitude.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the best-value trim if you want the Compass’s core strengths without paying for extras you may not need. You still get standard all-wheel drive, the turbocharged engine, the 10.1-inch touchscreen, and a cabin that feels more polished than older Compass models.
• Latitude Lux: This trim starts moving the Compass toward comfort and convenience upgrades, and it’s the point where more optional equipment begins to open up. It makes sense if you want a nicer daily driver but still want to stay below the most expensive versions.
• Altitude: This trim adds more available convenience and safety content, including access to adaptive cruise control and other upgrades. It’s a reasonable middle ground if you want more features without jumping all the way to the top.
• Limited: This is the trim where the Compass starts to feel more fully equipped, with standard adaptive cruise control and rain-sensing wipers, plus access to more advanced tech. It suits you if you want a more complete feature set and are willing to pay for it.
• High Altitude: This is the most upscale trim in the lineup, with the 10.3-inch digital instrument panel standard. It’s the right choice only if you specifically want the top-end presentation and are comfortable with the higher price.

The safety package is strongest on the upper trims, but the standard driver-assistance suite already covers the essentials.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Jeep Compass?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you have room to shop carefully without feeling rushed.

• Deal availability: 37.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,655 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 16.26% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 89.7% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $21,045, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Jeep Compass's resale value?

The current average of $21,045 sits slightly below last year's $25,132.

That price drop suggests the Compass has become more affordable in the used market, which can help you buy at a better entry point. For a future seller, though, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim choice.

The lower trims should hold the broadest appeal because they align best with the model’s value story. Higher trims may be harder to recoup fully if buyers see them as expensive relative to the rest of the lineup.

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 2024 Jeep Compass safe?

The 2024 Jeep Compass has not been rated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, while the identical 2023 Compass earned a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and scored the top ratings in all six crash tests.

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

Forward emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a driver attention monitor come standard. Adaptive cruise control is optional on Latitude Lux and Altitude trims and standard on Limited and above, while parking sensors and 360-degree cameras are optional on Latitude Lux and above.

A driver's knee airbag is standard. The main caveat is that some of the more advanced safety and parking features are reserved for higher trims or optional packages.

Should I buy a 2024 Jeep Compass or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 37.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 16.26% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2024 keeps the major turbocharged powertrain upgrade and adds strong value in the lower trims.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $22,603, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $21,045 average.
• It brought a meaningful mechanical upgrade and standard all-wheel drive.

The 2024 is the better buy if you want the stronger value proposition and lower average pricing. If you’re comparing closely and find a well-kept 2023 at a compelling price, it still offers many of the same core improvements and may be worth a look.

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