DistantNews
Support us
Jeep Compass updated with more space and diverse powertrains
🇭🇺 Hungary /Technology

Jeep Compass updated with more space and diverse powertrains

From Magyar Nemzet · () Hungarian

Translated from Hungarian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

In-depth Sources not specified Context piece
  • The Jeep Compass has been updated with increased interior space, particularly in the second row, and a larger cargo area of 550 liters.
  • Powertrain options include a 1.2-liter mild-hybrid, a 1.6-liter plug-in hybrid, and electric versions with varying battery sizes and power outputs.
  • While primarily designed for everyday tasks, an all-wheel-drive electric variant with increased ground clearance and improved off-road angles will be available later in the year for those seeking more adventurous capabilities.

The Jeep Compass receives a significant update, focusing on enhanced practicality and a wider range of powertrain options. The interior now offers more space, especially for rear passengers, with a noticeable increase in width. Storage solutions have also been improved, featuring 34 liters of total storage space and non-slip mats on dashboard shelves. The cargo capacity has been boosted by 45 liters, reaching 550 liters, which includes a deep underfloor compartment suitable for a spare tire.

Háromhengeres, 1,2-es lágy hibrid jelenti a belépőt 145 lóerővel (listaáron 13,99 millió forinttól), míg az 1,6-os turbómotort használó plug-in kivitel már 225 lovas (17,49 millió).

Listing the initial powertrain options and their specifications.

Under the hood, the Compass lineup starts with a 1.2-liter three-cylinder mild-hybrid engine producing 145 horsepower. For those seeking more power, a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine is available, alongside fully electric variants. The electric models offer choices between a 74 kWh battery delivering 213 horsepower and a larger 97 kWh battery arriving later in the year, which will provide 231 horsepower. Currently, these electric versions are front-wheel drive, reflecting the typical usage patterns of Compass owners who primarily drive on paved roads.

Jeep acknowledges that some owners venture off-road, and for them, an all-wheel-drive electric version is planned. This variant will feature a 10 mm increase in ground clearance and modified bumpers to improve approach and departure angles. It will be equipped with a rear electric motor producing 180 horsepower, capable of delivering 3100 Nm of torque, and will include Selec-Terrain for genuine off-road driving programs.

Szerencsére azokra is gondoltak, aki a Jeep márkához méltóan olykor terepezni is vágynak, számukra az elektromos változatból készül majd összkerékhajtású kivitel is

Mentioning the upcoming all-wheel-drive electric version for off-road enthusiasts.

Despite its capable suspension, tuned for a firm ride on Hungarian roads, the Compass is fundamentally designed for daily use. The base 145-horsepower hybrid is adequate for smooth driving, and while the car exhibits minimal body roll in corners, its overall character suggests it's built for everyday tasks rather than extreme adventures. However, an introductory discount makes the hybrid model competitive with mainstream SUVs, offering a more unique proposition.

A 145 lóerős hibrid hajtás ereje inkább a finom haladáshoz elég, de a magas építésű Compass felfüggesztését feszesre hangolták, így a magyar utakon hamar visszazökkenünk a valóságba.

Assessing the performance of the hybrid model and the suspension tuning.
DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by Magyar Nemzet in Hungarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

More Stories

From Our Blog