New Jeep Compass for Sale nearChesterville, OH

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 $19,500, and its year-round low is $18,968.18. That gives you a useful snapshot of where used Compass pricing starts to settle across the model range.

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 earns a strong all-generations owner rating and has broad appeal for shoppers who want Jeep styling, comfort, and available capability.

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, value for money, and safety features. Many also like its off-road capability and the way later models add a more modern cabin and user-friendly tech.

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

The main trade-offs show up in powertrain behavior, especially in recent expert-tested years, where reviewers point to underwhelming acceleration and less polished response under hard throttle. Some also note that higher trims can push pricing into territory that weakens the value story.

33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Compass models reliable?

Owners and experts generally describe the Compass as a comfortable, well-equipped compact SUV with strong everyday appeal. Across the model range, the most consistent praise centers on its interior comfort, value, and the way later versions improve the cabin and technology.

• 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 most manageable when you focus on newer model years with stronger owner feedback 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 81.4% — 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, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard.
• Fuel efficiency: Fuel economy is 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 best-value trim, with standard all-wheel drive, a powerful engine, a 10-inch infotainment screen, supportive cloth seats, and a cabin that feels more polished than earlier Compass models.
• Latitude Lux: Adds more upscale equipment and opens the door to available comfort and tech upgrades, making it a strong step up if you want more features without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• Altitude: Adds a distinctive appearance package and can be paired with more convenience-focused equipment, giving you a more styled-up Compass.
• Limited: Adds more premium content and is the trim where more advanced driver-assistance and comfort features become available or standard.
• Trailhawk: Adds red tow hooks, revised bumpers, a mild lift, Falken all-terrain tires, metal skid plates, an extra rock mode, and a low-range transfer case for the most capable Compass setup.

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 the most popular because they give you a wider selection of trims, prices, and deal opportunities. They also sit close to the sweet spot where newer features and broader availability overlap.

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 concentrated in newer model years, while a few recent years are falling more slowly. That pattern suggests you can still find meaningful value across much of the lineup.

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 −11.46% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −16.41%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,195. The Jeep Compass offers a distinctive Jeep look, available trail-ready hardware, and a cabin that feels more modern in later model years.

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: At $29,995 as-tested with destination, the 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 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 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 $26,631
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Most Popular: Limited 4WD

Trim Overview

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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 luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $26,631 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 4,768 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 for adventure without a significant price jump.

• Avg. market price: $27,317 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 46 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 blend of luxury and capability without going for the highest trim.

• Avg. market price: $29,610 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 6,364 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 serious off-road capability without stepping up to the most expensive trim.

• Avg. market price: $29,719 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 2,721 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 a trail-ready experience.

• Avg. market price: $28,561 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 45 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited 4WD

With 6,364 active listings, the Limited 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Latitude 4WD

At $26,631 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,561 — 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 at 23/31 MPG.

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