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The Little 4x4 that Could
Jeepmakemehappy, 02/06/2016
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
68 of 70 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Jeep Compass for a little over 1 year. I purchased my 2012 Jeep Compass after driving my Buick Enclave down the wrong road and the hill was too steep to drive it out. Yes, large towing bill. I decided to buy a 4x4. I looked at most brands. Nissan, GMC/Chevy, Ford, you name it. I was looking for comfort (I drive a lot), best gas mileage possible (from a 4x4), and overall enjoyable to work in. A sales rep called me about a trade they just made on a 2012 jeep compass. So I took it for a test-drive, after 1-mile, I did not feel any tension in my lower back and I can spend all day in and out of this jeep. It handled great, the acceleration was sluggish from take-off, but with manual options, I have compensated. Other than take-off, passing gear works great. The real test game when I had an inspection of a property with a real steep muddy driveway. It had been raining for days and the driveway was a mud puddle. Here goes nothing and a possible 400+ tow bill if I bought the wrong car. I made it down, now I have to go back up. The truth is, I never slid uphill before, I put the shift in manual, keep in it low, stepped on the gas and went up that hill like an off-road racing champ (in my own eyes). The driveway curved twice so I slide around them and made it uphill, got out of the Jeep and did my celebration dance. I have since been up and down similar roads with ease. My jeep has auto-start, Bluetooth, satellite radio, upgraded sound system, heated cloth seats, standard plug-in, Freedom package II, and a flashlight. Please do not just go by the Edmonds.com review. It has been an enjoyable, reliable vehicle, that I hope to keep around.
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Just Purchased 2011 Compass and Lovin' it!!
ckeyes3, 05/31/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
36 of 37 people found this review helpful
The 2011 Compass is a great car for the price! I also purchased the excellent extended warrantly that covers everything for as long as I own the car. There is also a decent manufacturer warranty when you purchase brand new. My Compass is loaded with all sorts of cool features to include: Cruise, heated seats, mp3 port, Sirius Satellite Radio, Bose sound system, lighted cup holders, plug-in coverter, TPM system, sunroof, and fold down seats.
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A total nightmare
joshregenold, 01/29/2013
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
50 of 52 people found this review helpful
This Jeep Compass has been, without a doubt, the worst car I've ever owned. Major issues include: 1. A new transmission at 30k miles, all on the highway; paid for by Chrysler at least 2. Two new sets of struts within the first 30k miles 3. Brakes audibly squeak 100% of the time at 35k miles 4. Weather striping replaced at 20k miles, road and wind noise are both still unbearable 5. Both of the front doors are rattle traps 6. The stereo faceplate fell off at 10k miles These vehicles also drop like a rock in value, much moreso than others in this class.
Love My Compass!
polarbare49, 06/16/2012
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
51 of 55 people found this review helpful
After doing 4 months of extensive research on various small SUVs, the Compass Lattitude 4x4 proved to be the best value for my dollar. Love the new 'baby Grand Cherokee' design. Decent gas mileage with surprisingly more power than I was lead to believe from reading the expert reviews. Handles like a car but still has the solid build of a Jeep SUV. All in all, IMHO, beats the Rav4,
Perfect vehicle for us
Paul Adams, 08/03/2016
updated 09/08/2023
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
28 of 30 people found this review helpful
We bought this vehicle brand new in 2011 and have since put 128k miles on it. The first thing I can attest to is the reliability....absolutely nothing has gone wrong with it....we've simply changed the oil and spark plugs at regular intervals. As for safety, it has been in three fairly minor accidents and all three times the Compass was barely damaged and the other cars incurred significantly more damage. We have two kids who fit comfortably in the back and there is ample storage room. 2011 was also the first year the new grill design came out that you see on modern Jeeps so between that and the alloy wheels, the vehicle looks really nice and stylish. The only negative I have to say is that the interior is not top notch as there is a lot of plastic, but we did get light tan leather added to the seats for $1k which looks and feels much better than the stock cloth. I could not have bought a better vehicle for the price...$21k all in for a compact SUV that we have owned for over 12 years and will pass on to my teenager in a few months. Update, new alternator at 115k miles. Other than that, no major repairs and still running well after 12 years.
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Great small family vehicle
ek900, 08/28/2012
2012 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
28 of 30 people found this review helpful
The birth of our son got the clock ticking on my wife's Mini Cooper, and about a month ago, we traded it on a Jeep Compass Sport (FWD, 5spd., 2.4L engine). While the Jeep was a great value, it really compares well to similarly-sized SUVs (Ford Escape, Subaru Forrester). It isn't a performance vehicle, but some of its features are really well thought out. The rear cargo light/flashlight has already come in handy, and the two-level storage in the armrest is very nice. It also also has done very well with gas. We've averaged over 26 mpg for the first 2,000 miles, better than we expected. This little Jeep is not the most refined car we've ever owned, but it is an impressive package.
Excellent Choice 2011 Jeep Compass
pete131, 05/23/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
52 of 58 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 jeep Compass 2 months ago. I absolutely love this Jeep. I was looking for an SUV to pull my Jet Ski, and pulls it effertlessly, and after looking at many SUV's in this catagory, the jeep Compass offered the most for the money. Other SUV's were thousands more. The redesign looks awesome. The inside is also very nice. I got the 2.4 L engine with the CVT, and the engine noise is not what reviews say, it is not noisy. The CVT is smooth. This vehicle does have enough power and is great on gas. (27 mpg) highway city is (21). It is fun to drive also. The Cargo area is good also. This is not a sports car or a truck, with that having been said, I love this new 2011 Jepp Compass.
Jeep Compass 2011
laurarnp, 02/18/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
52 of 58 people found this review helpful
I traded in my Honda CRV for my Jeep 2011 Compass and am VERY pleased. I was going to get the Chevy Equinox based on Edmonds ratings, but when I started asing around I found nothing but negative things about that car from people I know who owned one. I do not go off roading but I do drive in ice, snow, rain etc etc to get to work and 4WD and affordability as well as safety were my top priority. I was referred to Jeep by a few friends of mine who have had great experiences with them and I can say that I am very happy with my choice as well. I do not feel the cabin is noisy - I thought the CRV was WAY worse. It is a little slow on pick up but nothing too inferior to the CRV.
HOT LOOKING, BUT SMALL
outwardlycheap, 06/06/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
This car is one of the best looking on the road, but the driver's area is severely cramped, no room for the right knee, cannot steer with right hand because armrest is too far away, and no matter what anybody says, the engine IS noisy! I gave it to my wife.
Fits my needs perfectly
wmillonig, 05/26/2012
2012 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
28 of 31 people found this review helpful
After 2 months and 2k miles, am ready to give you observations. They're almost all good, I've been been very happy so far. Fit & Finish is fine and I've had no issues at all during the break-in period. I chose this over a comparably equipped 2012 Ford Escape. Would I buy another someday? Probably, but if they gave it better thigh support? Definitely!!
Jeepy
Vehicle Salesman, 09/23/2016
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Not to bad for price, steering very tight , like a Nascar, to tight for me. Brakes ! mercy still can't get rid of the squeaking when backing up, they were replaced at like 10k , still have noises. believe the rotors get damp and rust over nite ( in garage) , if too early in morning , you need to put lite pressure on brakes as you back up, that helps muffle the squeaks. Problems we had seemed a bit early for miles, latest was the turn signal switch ( whole stick) , when you put left turn on , the interior lites blinked ( no warrranty) R&R stick $94.00 LR Hub Bearing (now warranty ) wear item ( ha ha , fast wear) we have 47740 miles on the vehicle. Bearing $243.00 one not all four. Hope the others spread time out a bit. Replaced original tires at 47140 miles also ( not too bad for factory tires) All in all not bad except for the Hub repair. I sold GMC/Chev/ Jeeps for over 40 years, first Jeep, might be the last. Oh, I called factory customer service , kinda waste time , didn't even ask for Vin Number. Good Luck
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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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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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Back in the Jeep family and LOVE it!!!
snowmommy, 01/13/2012
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I had a Jeep Liberty for 9 years and loved it except the gas mileage. We let my daughter take it to college and we brought a foreign brand SUV. I had a terrible time parking and backing up. We were going to purchase a car when we saw the 2011 Jeep Compass and liked the looks. We took it for a test drive and loved it.....it felt like back home with the Jeep Family. It is a program vehicle with 14,000 miles. We get 24.7 MPG which is better than my 19.3 on the foreign brand SUV. I'm happy and when Mamma is happy.....Everyone is HAPPY!
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
Great small family vehicle!
Amanda H., 09/14/2018
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great for family of 4 outtings to the beach or anywhere. Careful not to get into a car accident or you will forever have problems on that side that got hit. The rest of the car remains perfect. Carpet can be cleaned with hot foam and a high powered vacuum, few small areas that need a smaller and longer brush/vacuum. Gas milage is really good. Acceleration is slow but when she goes, she goes! Great in the snow with proper tires. Overall I recommend the 2011 Jeep compass limited.
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She loves her Jeep
joplinjeep, 02/28/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
After much looking we found the car my wife loves. She likes the styling, exterior looks and and the interior and the way it feels to drive. She did not like her previous car because she felt it just seemed cheaply made even though it only had less than 7000 miles on it. Saw the Jeep accident and right away she loved the styling and the feel and quality of interior.
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!
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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I love it
larabeelw, 01/23/2012
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I would like to say I am Very Happy with my Purchase. I bought the 2wd 2.0 5Spd Manual. I have been through 3 tanks of gas. I do not count the 1st one because I do not know if the dealership actually fill it all the way. But on the 2nd and 3rd tanks I got 30.1MPG and 30.9mpg (done with manual calculations miles/gallons). I love it. Hope it just keeps getting better. I drive about 90% highway, 65MPH or less. I also have a ScanGaugeII That helps in Drive technique. So I will probably improve the MPG some. I chose this because of the bang for the buck. Compared to others you get a lot for your money.
Great Value
craig65, 09/22/2012
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Had Liberty,hated it!!Thie actually has more interior room than Liberty, nicer interior an much better gas mileage!
Go with the automatic :()
motown_guy, 12/14/2011
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I went with the manual tranny which I regret. The low torgue requires you to bump up the rpm's quite a bit to get this thing going. Once going it's fairly responsive as long as you keep the tach above 1800 or so. If you shift at or above around 3200 or so, you feel a LOT of vibration coming back thru the clutch pedal and the reverse gear seems to have been delivered with some rough teeth - sounds like you are grinding hamburger if you go very far in reverse. Handling on the other hand is very good. It's fun to corner with this rig and it stays very flat. It's quite on decent roads and rides comfortably. The center armrest is too short and cumbersome (it moves fore and aft).
Look elsewhere
J, 10/26/2015
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I had my compass not even 2 weeks after I bought it before I had transmission issues. Every time I tried going on a road trip and it went past an hr of driving, the transmission light would come on, the rpm's rose and the speed decreased.... It has been in the shop 9x over the last 7 months and between the dealer and Chrysler I can't seem to get them to realize the importance of having a car that you are paying on (ins and car payment). It has been at a dealership waiting for Chrysler to give the go ahead for a new transmission for 3 weeks now... A nightmare! If they hadn't guaranteed me a manufacturer warranty on the transmission I would be responsible. But the car is under the 100,000 mile warranty mark. Problem!?! The car and the fact that I was sold a Canadian car without my knowledge and that is the loophole that is screwing me. Do yourself a favor, don't think twice about a compass and make sure it wasn't brought over the border!!!
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how important are your anniversaries?
Richard Stoner, 01/22/2018
updated 01/31/2022
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We had the 2011 Compass, Jeep 70th Anniversary Special, which came with leather seats, a sunroof and upgraded floor mats and trim. IT performed very well and was economical. The electronics were helpful but not confusing. I would recommend this as a great starter SUV or normal duty car. Comparing it to our 2011 Grand Cherokee Overland, this is the little brother or sister; great performance with similar electronics and much better fuel economy in a lighter, smaller car that's much easier to park and better all around for young drivers.
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I hate this Jeep!
Becky, 04/09/2018
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is the second Jeep I have owned, the first being a older Grand Cherokee that I loved. I bought this one with high hopes, that have been dashed. It has the most uncomfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It started rusting when it was only 3 years old. We have taken it in several times for evaporation faults. There is hardly a center console to rest your arm on if you so choose. It is very loud when you reach speeds greater than 55mph. Overall it just has a very cheap feel.
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Would not recommend
Kristina, 01/19/2019
2012 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I’ve owned this car for 4 years now. Bought it used with one previous owner and 29,000 miles. After just one year of having the car I had to replace the transmission. Thankfully I purchased an extended warranty, but still a headache nonetheless. Fastforaward another year and anytime I turn air on(hot or cold), a loud clicking noise takes place inside the dashboard. While it does not affect the performance of the car it is very annoying to listen to any time I want air on in the car. And a few months later my AC went out in the middle of summer. I have had issue after issue with this car and would not recommend to anyone. There is always a “one off” or luck of the draw situation that can happen when purchasing a car, but this car is just poor quality.
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Mine is sluggish
artyitalian, 03/02/2013
2012 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 23 people found this review helpful
After driving 30 or so miles continuously, the jeep will not accelerate properly. It "bucks" and skips after coming to a complete stop, then pressing on the gas ped. It does this for about 300 feet, then something catches and it starts driving ok again. I brought the to the Jeep dealership in Brandon Florida, and they say that unless they can re-create the event, there's nothing they can do. The car is narrow, not roomy or comfortable. There are a few unsafe blind spots from the driver's view. Specifically front left. Be careful driving through a crowded parking lot, as this blind spot can block out a complete person. The exterior design is cute. The mpg is more like 19 city and 22 hwy.
My first Jeep
Mike s, 01/20/2019
updated 10/01/2021
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2011 Jeep Compass Laditutde 2.4 4x4 auto on January 15th 2015 it was 4 years old at the time I bought it and still all the poor testing reviews by Edmunds, CR, car and driver have stated are still false I do not have any problems with what the testers had with this same year and model the only thing that is bad is the poor gas mileage I barely get 16 to 17 mpg everything else is great My Jeep Compass is the best vehicle I have ever owned no problems what CR, car and driver and Edmunds owners say my 2011 Jeep Compass Laditude 4x4 2.4 auto has 106,508 miles as 9-29-2021 still I Love my Jeep Compass and would not trade it for anything I did my 100,000 mile service checklist at 98,500 Miles and just recently had to replace all 4 strut assemblies cos all 4 of my struts were leaking so now I do not have to worry about any other big maintenance till 150,000 miles
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Outstanding in Snow
tuckers_mom, 01/12/2012
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had this vehicle since spring, so I never got a chance to drive it in snow or on slippery roads. We finally had a serious snow storm and I have to say this Compass is outstanding! No slipping, sliding, great traction. Simply amazing all the way around. It's also been 100% totally reliable since day one. I'm very pleased.
Massive Oil Leak on 2011 Jeep Compass
ismyjeepok, 06/06/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
20 of 27 people found this review helpful
Attention 2011 Jeep Compass owners - Today I had a massive oil leak in my 2011 Jeep Compass, only had 4900 miles. Started my daily commute, which was interupted by a the oil light coming on. White smoke (oil smoke) was coming from the under side of the vehicle. Had it towed to the dealership and they found that the oil filter housing cracked, draining the engine of all but about 2 qtrs of oil. Dealership claimed the factory must have overtightened the oil filter, causing it to crack. I am now wondering how much life I just took off of my engine with low oil. Dealership simply did an oil change to resolve this issue. New Jeep owners beware, take no crap from the dealership...its documentated.
So far so good
meghansays, 02/22/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 2011 Jeep Compass for just a week now and have been quite satisfied with my purchase. The only issues I've had with the vehicle thus far have been user induced. However it's only been a week, and I'll definitely be willing to post again if/when I do run into any problems.
Great unexpected buy
Sam, 11/19/2015
2012 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I was really looking for something a little different, but when I stumbled across a 2012 Compass, I instantly fell in love. I've been calling it my beautiful beast. The seats are slightly narrow, but that doesn't affect my comfort. Despite some of the reviews I read, I'm averaging 30+ mpg combined. It costs me 20 bucks to fill the tank and I'm good for quite awhile, but it is a manual and I'm soft footed (I generally get much higher mpg than suggested). This is my road trip/commuter car. I wanted something that would be great for everyday, plus haul the three dogs across the country when needed. I haven't been disappointed yet. Pros Good gas mileage for an SUV, Comfortable, Came with bluetooth/good speakers/sirius radio, the ride is very smooth and quiet, lots of cargo space, only regular maintenance required so far. Easy to get in and out of for taller people. Feels higher end than some of the cars I test drove. Cons The acceleration isn't great, this certainly isn't a speedy SUV. My bluetooth randomly stops or starts (rarely), The transmission seems stiff at times, especially in first and fifth plus it slips out of first gear occasionally (it doesn't always seem to hold first in place well), The seats are narrow so if you are wider it may be uncomfortable, and my knees tap the dash when sitting regularly because I'm so tall, but if i pull the seat back then my legs aren't close enough to hold the pedals down. I wish it had automatic headlights. I don't like the design of the center console/arm rests, but that's personal preference. Overall it's perfect for what I needed, but if you are looking for industry leading gas mileage, or constant off road driving, this is definitely not the car for you. THIS IS NOT A HARDCORE STEREOTYPICAL OFF ROADING JEEP. I test drove a Nissan Versa, a Kia Soul, a Saturn Astra, and a Ford Escape, and they all felt very cheap and noisy compared to the Compass. The Versa and Soul made me feel like I was driving a tin can, there was no substance, to the point that I didn't feel safe driving it.
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Would probably never buy again.
sara1213, 01/22/2015
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Purchased our 2011 Compass in December of 2013. Loved the Jeep for a few days until I realized how awful the gas mileage is! At best it only gets 240 per 16 gallon around the city and that's during the summer when the traction is turned off. After a few months of ownership, the side plastic piece along the passenger seat broke from simply getting in and out of the seat. Now today, January of 2015, at 37K miles it had to be towed twice due to computer issues not sending signals to the fuel pump. Can't wait to see that shop bill and can't wait to get a new vehicle!
Texas Compass with Latitude
awoerner, 09/21/2014
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle brand new, after turning in an H3 lease vehicle. I was apprehensive because it was an American made car, but my lack of issues with the Hummer gave me confidence. I did no prior research. It has been very reliable! However, I have not achieved the mileage on the sticker, city or highway. The road noise is loud, so I will be getting soundproofing done. I rarely have passengers, yet no one has fussed yet (Viking son as exception-needs to be up front). The map lights have leaked, usually because I left the sunroof up during an unexpected rain. The brakes are intermittently noisy, starting at year two of ownership. Hoping to drive it until it dies or I tire of it.
Had it new since 2011.
Edy, 06/03/2018
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I live in hot mcallen, tx and this car has never let me stranded. I bought it new in 2011 and i have only changed out the front lower control arms, ball joints, struts, and brake pads. Of course the regular maintenance like spark plugs, mobile 1 oil change and added an KN air filter. NO PROblems...anyway, only negatives are the two front seats plastic broke that holds the seat belt in place, awkward noise when three windows are rolled down, sluggish acceleration at times, small interior if your 6' or taller, and thats it. I put a Alpine overhead DVD and kids love it. Again, this car is great at 70k miles and has kept me and my family safe after two fender benders and traveled around the US on occasions. I recommend it. Thanks jeep since 2011.
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Affordable Compact SUV
1chris1, 01/06/2013
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
2 months searching suv's i decided on a left over compass. I receaved a really great deal and they installed remote start for free. the highway gas milage is great concidering i drive 30K a year. 2.4 is alittle sluggish but gets you where your going. Most people i've spoken too like the new look and yes it does resemble the grand chrokee. All things concidered so far i'm a happy JEEP owner.
2011 Compass
cpollick, 06/30/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
19 of 33 people found this review helpful
This was my first new vehicle purchase. I traded in my 06 Mazda hatch for the jeep. I had loved the Mazda and it's sporty-ness, but we were looking to get a family vehicle. The jeep is very sporty yet still the SUV feel. My gas mileage is decent( it'd be better if I drove it more like an SUV and not my Mazda). Great Jeep! (especially for the money)
My first Jeep
Gabe Martinez, 01/23/2017
updated 07/24/2017
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very stylish, but very compact on the inside. Unfortunately I purchases a CVT transmission with 4x4 but the deal I got was too great! It lasted me a long time. Used it for everything, camping, off roading, and a daily driver. Milage was a little low, even for highways. About 21 combined, nothing after market. Space was very limited in the back seat and the cargo area. Overall, it was a good car but I decided to upgrade to a Subaru Crosstrek. More space, AWD, and lifted higher.
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A lot to offer for the price
notimeforh8, 01/29/2013
2012 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle for lifestyle and utility, for carrying bikes and sports gear and light hauling from the nursery or hardware store. This base Sport FWD with CVT has a lot to offer for the price. Among the standard power options, it also has cruise control, ipod jack, fog lights, heated mirrors, dark tinted glass on the rear windows, good looking 17 inch alloy wheels, fold flat rear seats and roof rails. Since I primarily haul bikes, I purchased the factory cross bars and then added bike racks. Nearly every other comparable vehicle has these options (if available at all) only on much higher end models that cost many thousands more.
worst jeep ever
mammacompass, 06/04/2013
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
I was forced into purchasing a 201 compass brand new in 2011. I have three kids, they do not fit in back seat, they are so cramped! not to mention the whole thing is just small! I've had to take it in because if a noise turn out front lower arm controls were broke, they replaced them they were under warranty, the day after I got them fixed I'm not lying I backed out of my drive way and it sounded like plastic cracking in a million pieces, and then there was the creaking noise again! so I'm assumeing it's the arm controls again! I've been to busy to have it fixed but I can tell steering is bad and every time I hit bump I hear the creaking. hate this car!
Its Great
Roy, 09/09/2019
updated 09/10/2021
2013 Jeep Compass Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased this 2013 Jeep Compass Sport because came out with Life Time Warrant and I always want one! I like blue tooth and build in cell phone hand free & comes with 6 CD/ Sat/AM/FM Radio! Only thing I do not like about it small trunk & fuel tank and wind hear it when I driving it from the doors seal! But I am keeping it because I paid cash on and run great!
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Dangerous on Highway
jtthrew, 06/27/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
25 of 62 people found this review helpful
We had purchase our Jeep Compass Latitude 6 weeks ago. While driving on the freeway there was a loud explosion type sound and then the front driver's side collapsed. Luckily my son was able to safely get to the center divide and stop only to find that the entire front driver's wheel had completely snapped off leaving only the center part of the hub cap bolted on and the rotar filed down. The Highway patrol officer and tow truck drivers had never seen anything like it. However, the dealership is trying to tell us that we must of hit a curb to cause a blowout. How does a blowout cause the entire wheel to rip off of a car? Others are telling us it's a possible design defect. BEWARE!
Bad car to buy
Irving vega, 07/23/2016
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 21 people found this review helpful
Please save your money and don't buy this vehicle , nothing but problems ,car seen dealer ship tons of times.
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Worst car I have ever owned
KC, 07/04/2016
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 10 people found this review helpful
Yesterday was the 3rd greatest day of my life. 1. My daughter's birth in 2011. 2. My wedding in 2001. 3. The day I got rid of my Jeep Compass in 2016. Ok, so this car never left me on the side of the road, but it was the worst investment I have ever made. It did not hold value well at all and every time I turned around, some small part was breaking. There is a LOT of plastic on this car. And the seats are extremely cramped and uncomfortable for long drives. Very little cargo space. The power is dismal. Something is also flawed in the design to the point you have to roll all of the windows down if you roll down one window. It makes a very strange vibration if you don't. The transmission whines after long drives. Nothing wrong with it, it just whines. If you're looking for a car at this price point and have a family, go with the Kia Sorrento like I should have.
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Airman
ROY J. WALLS, 08/31/2015
2013 Jeep Compass Latitude 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 37 people found this review helpful
I buy this 2013 jeep compass because look better then car had before cost me lot money get it fix from timing belts! It easy get in & out when wear knee brace. I had jeep about 2 years & 8 month now only time drive my jeep when go see my Dr. and to store or family. Stereo sound very good got lot bass cd hold up to 6 cd & 4 speakers 6x9 in doors! 2013 jeep compass latitude with life time warrant.
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Barb Plante, 12/09/2015
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
My Husband is having trouble seeing out of the windows because of the wide panels from front windshield to window. Is anyone else having this problem? Thanks Barb
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By far the worst vehicle
Mo, 08/12/2023
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Constant issues such as oil leaks, failed bearing, rust, and broken differential. Stay far away from this as we have spent so much money trying to fix it.
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I live, i drive, i am, Jeep. (Lol)
Monet, 01/28/2017
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It's been a great, reliable family vehicle and the DVD player keeps the kids (and me!) happy.
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A woman in her jeep
Chantell, 07/11/2019
2011 Jeep Compass 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Omg I dont know where to start here I fell in love with the jeep the moment my eyes laid on it! Took it for a test drive I knew she was the car for me I always wanted a jeep as a kid now that I have one I'm so ecstatic!
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2011 Jeep Compass Quality 180 deg off
faultycompass, 04/17/2011
2011 Jeep Compass Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 23 people found this review helpful
We have been loyal Jeep customers buying new Grand Cherokee and Compass Limiteds for years. When my wife saw the 2011 Compass redesign advertised on TV she had to have one. We traded our 2007 Compass in on a new 2011. Then the troubles started showing up. The key fobs would not work, then the TPMS system failed on the freeway. The first attempt to repair resulted in a 3.5 waiting room stint with no idea how to fix it. No loaner cars. I left the car at another dealer for a week and still not able to fix it. After 3 weeks of ownership we are totally disgusted. It appears that we now have a safety systems related lemon. Chrysler Customer assistance is of no help and unsympathetic.