Jeep Compass vs Ford EcoSport
Overview | |
MSRP$21,095 | MSRP$19,995 |
Listings180 | Listings174 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryThe Jeep Compass is technically listed as a compact SUV, but it costs less than any other vehicle in the segment. In fact, in terms of pricing and other statistics, the Compass is actually positioned between compact SUVs and subcompact SUVs—two red-hot vehicle segments with plenty of stiff competition. So what does the Compass offer that helps it stand out amongst all these vehicles? The 2018 model year marks the sophomore year of the second generation of the Jeep Compass. It replaces an outgoing vehicle that more or less limped on for a decade. The first-generation Compass was born out of dismal years at Chrysler. In fact, that original Compass was actually based on the Dodge Caliber chassis—and represents a time both Jeep and Dodge would probably like everyone to forget. | |
Reviews SummaryAmericans have an insatiable thirst for SUVs. From the smallest and most affordable to the largest and most expensive segments, the SUV is transforming traditional ideas of what a car is and what a car does. Ford, however, which kicked off the SUV craze with its original Explorer way back in 1991, has had nothing to offer budget-conscious SUV buyers. Until now. Meet the 2018 Ford EcoSport (pronounced echo-sport). | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 180 hp I4 | Engine1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower123 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 180 hp I4 | Engine Name1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Torque175 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm | Torque125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower123 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space27.2 cu ft | Cargo Space20.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3184 lbs | Curb Weight3020 lbs |
Height64.6 in | Height65.1 in |
Length173.0 in | Length161.3 in |
Width80.0 in | Width81.0 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase99.2 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1400 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,095 | $19,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 5.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Jeep Compass is technically listed as a compact SUV, but it costs less than any other vehicle in the segment. In fact, in terms of pricing and other statistics, the Compass is actually positioned between compact SUVs and subcompact SUVs—two red-hot vehicle segments with plenty of stiff competition. So what does the Compass offer that helps it stand out amongst all these vehicles? The 2018 model year marks the sophomore year of the second generation of the Jeep Compass. It replaces an outgoing vehicle that more or less limped on for a decade. The first-generation Compass was born out of dismal years at Chrysler. In fact, that original Compass was actually based on the Dodge Caliber chassis—and represents a time both Jeep and Dodge would probably like everyone to forget. | Americans have an insatiable thirst for SUVs. From the smallest and most affordable to the largest and most expensive segments, the SUV is transforming traditional ideas of what a car is and what a car does. Ford, however, which kicked off the SUV craze with its original Explorer way back in 1991, has had nothing to offer budget-conscious SUV buyers. Until now. Meet the 2018 Ford EcoSport (pronounced echo-sport). |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 180 hp I4 | 1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6400 rpm | 123 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 180 hp I4 | 1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Torque | 175 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm | 125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6400 rpm | 123 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 27.2 cu ft | 20.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3184 lbs | 3020 lbs |
Height | 64.6 in | 65.1 in |
Length | 173.0 in | 161.3 in |
Width | 80.0 in | 81.0 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 99.2 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 1400 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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