Used Jeep Compass for Sale nearPortland, OR

How much does the Jeep Compass cost in today's market?

Used Jeep Compass prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Jeep Compass's current nationwide average price is $18,839, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,839. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Jeep Compass a good car?

Yes — the Jeep Compass is a solid used SUV choice if you want Jeep styling, available off-road capability, and a mix of comfort and value. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Compass for its comfortable interior, smooth ride, and useful feature set. Many also like its cargo space, user-friendly infotainment, and the way it balances everyday usability with Jeep character.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs show up in powertrain refinement and overall value on some years, especially where acceleration feels modest and higher trims push the price up quickly. Even so, the Compass remains appealing if you want a compact SUV with personality and a broad range of equipment.

35.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Compass models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Compass's comfort, value, and available capability as its strongest traits. Across the lineup, the model also earns praise for its practical cabin and the way it fits buyers who want Jeep identity in a compact SUV.

• Owners rate the Jeep Compass between 3.7 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most manageable when you focus on newer model years with stronger equipment and a cleaner history report.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Forward emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a driver attention monitor
• Infotainment: A 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 software, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: EPA-estimated at 24 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined for all trim levels

Which Jeep Compass trim should I buy?

The 2024 Jeep Compass offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry point brings standard all-wheel drive, the 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5, and a strong value focus for shoppers who want the Compass's core capability at the lowest price.
• Latitude: This trim adds more comfort and convenience equipment, making it a smart step up for buyers who want a better-equipped daily driver.
• Latitude Lux: This version adds more upscale features and opens the door to more available driver-assistance and tech upgrades.
• Limited: The best-value trim for many shoppers, it adds a richer cabin, more convenience features, and standard adaptive cruise control.
• Altitude: This trim adds a darker appearance package and can be paired with more convenience and safety equipment.
• Trailhawk: The off-road-focused choice adds a low-range transfer case, an extra rock mode, Falken all-terrain tires, metal skid plates, red tow hooks, revised bumpers, and a mild lift.
• High Altitude: The top-end trim adds the 10.3-inch digital instrument panel and a more premium feature set.

What Jeep Compass do most buyers choose?

The Jeep Compass years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you the broadest mix of availability, pricing, and equipment. That usually makes it easier to compare listings and find a Compass that fits your budget and feature priorities.

What is the Jeep Compass's resale value?

Most Compass model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The steepest drops are concentrated in newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples are falling more slowly. That pattern suggests you can often find stronger value in recent used Compass listings than you would expect from their original pricing.

The 2023, 2016, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Jeep Compass safe?

• 2024: 7/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2020: 6/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 6/10
• 2016: 6/10

Forward emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a driver attention monitor come standard on the 2024 Compass.

For the safest used buy, the 2018 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Jeep Compass now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.46% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −16.0%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $20,373. The Jeep Compass offers Jeep styling, a comfortable ride, and a practical cabin that works well for everyday use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The turbo-four is rated at 200 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque, and fuel economy is EPA-estimated at 24 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined for all trim levels.
• Tech: A 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 software comes standard, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM, 4G Wi-Fi, and USB-C ports come standard.
• Safety: Forward emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a driver attention monitor come standard.
• Starting price: The Compass Sport comes one way without options and yet offers a lot of SUV for the money at $29,995 as-tested with destination.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Jeep Compass compare to the 2024 Honda CR-V?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Jeep Compass Trims in Portland, OR

The 2026 Jeep Compass offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all featuring 4WD for versatile driving.

• Starting at $24,488
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Most Popular: Limited 4WD

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Trim Deep Dives

Latitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV without paying for higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $28,760 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 203 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Latitude Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Latitude Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish SUV with added features without stepping up to the Limited.

• Avg. market price: $28,760 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 10 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Limited 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Limited 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features and comfort without going for the pricier Trailhawk. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $24,488 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 264 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Trailhawk 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Trailhawk 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged SUV ready for off-road adventures without sacrificing comfort.

• Avg. market price: $30,896 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 126 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited 4WD

With 264 active listings, the Limited 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Limited 4WD

At $24,488 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,760 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Latitude 4WD

The Latitude 4WD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 23/31 MPG.

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