Jeep Compass vs Kia Sportage
Overview | |
Years produced1995-2002 | Years produced2007-Present |
MSRP$26,290 | MSRP$25,900 |
Listings9588 | Listings9790 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAt this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2024 Compass Sport carries over last year's major powertrain upgrade without any increase to the base price: $28,400. That's less than the littlest Jeep, the Renegade, and nearly $10,000 below the similarly-sized Cherokee. It's also cheaper than a Ford Escape and many other compact SUVs but without the bargain-bin interior of older Compass models. While upper trims get too pricey for their britches, the base-model Compass we tested provides real value in an era where new-car prices increase every few months. Verdict: The 2024 Jeep Compass offers good tech and impressive safety features, and it arrives with a sub-$30,000 base MSRP. The Compass still lags behind some of the competition in terms of materials quality and performance. Now in its second year past a 2023 facelift, however, it’s many strides better than older iterations. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X4 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower200 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque221 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower200 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X4 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3373 lbs | Curb Weight3620 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height64.6 in |
Length183.5 in | Length173.4 in |
Width73.4 in | Width80.0 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase103.8 in |
Maximum Payload1301 lbs | Maximum Payload1030 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-2002 | 2007-Present |
MSRP | $26,290 | $25,900 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | The 2024 Compass Sport carries over last year's major powertrain upgrade without any increase to the base price: $28,400. That's less than the littlest Jeep, the Renegade, and nearly $10,000 below the similarly-sized Cherokee. It's also cheaper than a Ford Escape and many other compact SUVs but without the bargain-bin interior of older Compass models. While upper trims get too pricey for their britches, the base-model Compass we tested provides real value in an era where new-car prices increase every few months. Verdict: The 2024 Jeep Compass offers good tech and impressive safety features, and it arrives with a sub-$30,000 base MSRP. The Compass still lags behind some of the competition in terms of materials quality and performance. Now in its second year past a 2023 facelift, however, it’s many strides better than older iterations. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X4 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 200 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 200 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 200 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X4 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3373 lbs | 3620 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 64.6 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 173.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 80.0 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 103.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1301 lbs | 1030 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | |
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