Used Jeep Compass for Sale nearWhittier, CA

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 $19,417, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,988. 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 pick if you want Jeep styling, available off-road hardware, and a value-focused compact SUV with broad appeal.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.48/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Compass for its comfortable interior, safety features, and overall value. Many also like its off-road capability, especially in Trailhawk versions, along with the user-friendly tech and upgraded cabin feel in newer models.

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

The main trade-offs show up in powertrain refinement and everyday performance, especially in earlier years and some recent trims where acceleration, steering feel, and handling are less polished than the Compass's styling and capability suggest.

35.9% 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, newer versions also bring a more polished cabin and better tech, which helps the model feel more complete.

• Owners rate the Jeep Compass between 3.67 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and service records, especially on older model years.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.2% — 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 come standard.
• Infotainment: A 10.1-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5 software comes standard, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Which Jeep Compass trim should I buy?

The 2024 Jeep Compass offers these trims:

• Sport: The value-focused starting point, with standard all-wheel drive, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, and the Compass's core Jeep character; this is the best-value trim if you want the essentials at the lowest price.
• Latitude: Adds more comfort and convenience equipment for buyers who want a more polished daily driver.
• Latitude Lux: Brings a more upscale feel and opens the door to more available tech and driver-assistance content.
• Altitude: Adds a more distinctive appearance and can be paired with more advanced convenience and safety features.
• Limited: The most feature-rich mainstream trim, with the strongest mix of comfort, tech, and available driver assistance for shoppers who want a well-equipped Compass.
• Trailhawk: The off-road-focused trim, with low-range gearing, a rock mode, Falken all-terrain tires, metal skid plates, and 8.6 inches of ground clearance for buyers who want the Compass's most capable hardware.

What Jeep Compass do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so inventory and deal activity stay strong.

What is the Jeep Compass's resale value?

Most Compass model years are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The biggest drops are in the double digits, while a few years are falling more slowly and therefore retaining more of their value. Overall, the pattern favors buyers looking for a lower entry price on recent and mid-cycle models.

The 2023, 2017, and 2022 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.

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 −10.71% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −16.26%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,045. The Jeep Compass offers Jeep styling, a comfortable ride, and available off-road hardware that give it a distinctive character in the compact SUV class.

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 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: At $29,995 as-tested with destination, the 2024 Compass Sport comes one way without options.

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.

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

Compare 2026 Jeep Compass Trims

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 $26,680
• 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: $26,680 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 4,958 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 extra features and style without stepping up to the Limited.

• Avg. market price: $27,460 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 56 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 a premium experience with advanced features and comfort.

• Avg. market price: $29,176 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 6,562 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 off-road capability without sacrificing comfort and technology.

• Avg. market price: $29,603 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 2,663 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Limited Altitude 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Limited Altitude 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish SUV with premium features for everyday driving.

• Avg. market price: $27,946 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 40 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited 4WD

With 6,562 active listings, the Limited 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Latitude 4WD

At $26,680 avg market price — below the lineup median of $27,946 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Latitude 4WD

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

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.