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Used 2012 Jeep Compass SUV Consumer Reviews

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1 out of 5 stars

expected better, overall bad car and waste of $$

Kai, 12/19/2021
2012 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

honestly, i was expecting better when i got this car. maybe it was the one i bought, but i still do not like it. when i first bought it about 2 years ago i absolutely LOVED it, until it started having problems with the transmission ,(had to get it replaced) steering column, catalytic converter, it died for a solid week, and flat tires. i have spent so many times and money in the car dealerships and this car is truly not fixable. i do not recommend this car to anyone. so, if you get one, i’m very sorry what you’re about to experience. (unless it was just my car, still don’t recommend though)

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4 out of 5 stars

Jeep Compass Latitude is da bomb!

Kimimila, 11/20/2015
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

I purchased this vehicle 2 years old. I've had it 1 year now. I absolutely love it. The trail rating is especially great because I drive in the mountains a lot and don't like bottoming out. And, the MPG is about the same as my Chrysler Sebring. The only thing I don't like about it is that it's a little sluggish upon acceleration. The only problem I've had was a couple of times, it didn't want to start right away. Both times, it was very cold out.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Try it for yourself

snowman54, 01/12/2013
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 25 people found this review helpful

If i had made my decision soley on edmunds review i would not own a compass. totally satisfied plenty of power if you want more buy a 8 cylinder.i got 26 mpg on the highway cruising at 70 mph drove 400 miles my first trip comfort was excellent.my wife loves it

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5 out of 5 stars

GET A JEEP COMPASS

harding2, 01/24/2014
2012 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

After a few months of owning my 2012 Jeep Compass I can confidently say that I Love It! I read so many reviews saying the gas mileage isn't good but those people must have a lead foot! I get 26-27 mpg highway and about 23 in town. I got this vehicle for a steal with only 40,000 miles on it. Mine has the Bluetooth features, calling capabilities, satellite radio, 4x4 / tow package, etc. all for under $15,000! Such an upgrade from my tiny little car (which I loved as well). Took me forever to decide on an SUV with good reviews and this one was it! Don't hesitate buying one! Drives great in the snow too! LOVE IT!

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4 out of 5 stars

Fun little car! Great little car for daily driver

NWDriver, 06/07/2017
updated 03/03/2020
2012 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful

Love the stick model 4cyl. Goes when you need it. Like the hill assist, great turning radius too. About 27 mpg city & 32 Hwy. Not fancy but great for getting around, bought it new & just gave it my daughter that graduated form college. Serviced for electrical 1x, wires rubbing under dash were causing the dash panel to go out. Tough little car, ran over a deer @ 45 mph with little damage. 120k and going great.

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