Jeep Compass · Model year 2018
2018 Jeep Compass specs, maintenance & manuals
Owner and shopper reference for the 2018 Jeep Compass, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 14 manufacturer publications.
- Horsepower
- 180 hp
- Combined MPG
- 25–26
- Recalls
- 6
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
What changed for the 2018 Jeep Compass
What the manufacturer's data shows changed on the 2018 Jeep Compass compared with 2017.
- New body style: 4x2/4x4.
- Body style dropped: 4x2.
- New option packages: Advanced Safety and Lighting Group, Mopar Graphics Package, Mopar Interior Protection Package and Mopar Interior Premium Package.
- Package no longer offered: Advanced Technology Group.
- Engines no longer listed: 2.0-liter I-4 World Gas Engine and 2.4-liter I-4 World Gas Engine.
Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2017 and 2018. The manufacturer reorganized this year's equipment chart, so features can't be matched line by line with last year's; trims, packages and powertrains above are still compared. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.
2018 Jeep Compass specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheet.
General information3 specs
- Body Style
- Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)
- Assembly Plant
- Toluca, Mexico
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Multipurpose vehicle
Body and chassis2 specs
- Layout
- Transverse front engine, 4x2 and 4x4
- Construction
- Steel uniframe
Engine2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2Engine: 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir218 specs
- Availability
- Standard — All Models
- Type and Description
- In-line four-cylinder, 16-valve MultiAir with multiport fuel injection
- Displacement
- 144 cu. in. (2,360 cc)
- Bore x Stroke
- 3.46 X 3.82 (88 X 97)
- Valve System
- SOHC, four valves per cylinder
- Fuel Injection
- Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
- Construction
- Aluminum block, aluminum cylinder head
- Compression Ratio
- 10:1
- Power (SAE net)
- 180 hp (134 kW) @ 6,400 rpm
- Torque (SAE net)
- 175 lb.-ft. (237 N•m) @ 3,900 rpm
- Max. Engine Speed
- 6,400 rpm
- Fuel Requirement
- Unleaded regular, 87 octane
- Oil Capacity
- 5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) (total)
- Coolant Capacity
- 6.8 quarts (6.45 liters)
- Emission Controls
- Single catalytic converter, heated wide band lambda sensor upstream and mid-catalyst heated oxygen sensor
- Fuel Economy
- 23 / 32 / 26 (FWD, MTX); 22 / 31 / 25 (AWD, MTX); 22 / 31 / 25 (FWD, ATX); 22 / 30 / 25 (AWD, ATX)
- Towing
- 2,000 lbs. (907 kg) (not recommended for FWD)
- Engine Assembly Plant
- Saltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
Transmissions32 specs
| 9HP48 nine-speed automatic | |
| Availability | 2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x4) |
| Description | Planetary gear train, transverse layout |
| Ratio Spread | 9.81 |
| Final-drive Ratio | 3.734; 4.334 (Trailhawk) |
| C635 six-speed manual | |
| Availability | 2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x2) |
| Description | Planetary gear train, transverse layout |
| Gear Spread | 6.635 |
| AT6 Aisin six-speed automatic | |
| Availability | 2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x2) |
| Description | Planetary gear train, transverse layout |
| Gear Spread | 6.635 |
| Gear ratios | 9HP48 nine-speed automatic | C635 six-speed manual | AT6 Aisin six-speed automatic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4.71 | 4.459 | 4.459 |
| 2nd | 2.84 | 2.508 | 2.508 |
| 3rd | 1.91 | 1.556 | 1.556 |
| 4th | 1.38 | 1.142 | 1.142 |
| 5th | 1.00 | 0.852 | 0.852 |
| 6th | 0.81 | 0.672 | 0.672 |
| 7th | 0.70 | — | — |
| 8th | 0.58 | — | — |
| 9th | 0.48 | — | — |
| Reverse | 3.81 | — | — |
— not listed or not applicable
4x4 systemsJeep Active Drive, Jeep Active Drive Low4x4 systems: Jeep Active Drive, Jeep Active Drive Low6 specs
- Availability
- Jeep Active Drive is optional on all models; Jeep Active Drive Low is standard on Trailhawk
- Type
- Fully disconnecting 4x2 mode with automatic 4x4 engagement; Full-time 4x4 mode with active on demand clutch
- Operating Modes
- Auto 4x2/4x4, Neutral
- Center Differential Type
- None
- Terrain Response
- Unique tuning in all terrain modes
- Crawl Ratio
- 20:1 (with Jeep Active Drive Low)
Electrical system2 specs
- Alternator
- 160-amp (2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2)
- Battery
- Dual batteries when equipped with electronic stop-start system: 500-amp (primary) 150-amp (secondary) (2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2 with ESS)
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- MacPherson strut, coil springs, flat front steel crossmember, high-strength steel double shell lower control stabilizer bar
- Rear
- Chapman strut, high-strength steel links, isolated steel rear cradle for 4x4 and not-isolated for 4x2, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Steering4 specs
- Type
- Electric power rack and pinion
- Overall Ratio
- 15.7
- Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)
- 36.3 (11.07) 4x2 and 4x4; 35.3 (10.76) Trailhawk 4x4
- Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)
- 2.68 (4x2 and 4x4); 2.76 (Trailhawk 4x4)
Brakes8 specs
- Front: Size and Type
- 12 x 1.1 (305 x 28) vented rotor with 2.36 (60) single-piston floating caliper
- Front: Swept Area (per caliper)
- 138.77 sq. in. (895.3 sq. cm), 1 x 60; 115.88 sq. in. (747.6 sq. cm), 1 x 57
- Rear: Size and Type
- 10.95 x 0.47 (278 x 12) solid rotor with 1.5 (38) single-piston floating caliper
- Rear: Swept Area (per caliper)
- 101.7 sq. in. (656.4 sq. cm), 1 x 38
- Power-assist Type
- 10 (254) vacuum assist
- Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- Standard
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Standard
- Parking Brake Type
- Electric motor
Dimensions and capacities15 specs
- Wheelbase
- 103.8 (2,636)
- Track, Front
- 60.7 (1,542)
- Track, Rear
- 60.3 (1,532)
- Overall Length
- 173 (4,394)
- Overall Width (with folded side mirrors)
- 73.8 (1,874)
- Overall Width (with open side mirrors)
- 80 (2,033)
- Overall Height
- 64.6 (1,641) without rails; 64.8 (1,647) with rails
- Load-floor height
- 29.7 (754) (height measured from curb ground to load floor)
- Sill-step height
- 19.4 (494) (height measured from curb ground to sill trim)
- Ground Clearances
- 4x2 7.8 (198); 4x4 8.2 (208); Trailhawk 4x4 8.5 (216)
- Approach Angle, (with air dam) (degrees)
- 4x2 15.8; 4x4 16.8; Trailhawk 4x4 30.3
- Breakover Angle (degrees)
- 4x2 21.8; 4x4 22.9; Trailhawk 4x4 24.4
- Departure Angle (degrees)
- 4x2 30.8; 4x4 31.7; Trailhawk 4x4 33.6
- Curb Weight (kg)
- 3,184 (1,444) 4x2 and 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2; 3,327 (1,509) 4x4 and 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2; 3,633 (1,648) Trailhawk 4x4 with 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2
- Fuel-tank Capacity
- 13.5 gal. (51 liters)
Accommodations22 specs
| front row | |
| Seating Capacity — Front/Rear | 2/3 |
| Headroom without Sunroof | 39.2 (995) |
| Headroom with Sunroof | 38.6 (981) |
| Legroom | 41.8 (1,046) |
| Shoulder Room | 56.7 (1,439) |
| Hip Room | 54.1 (1,375) |
| Seat Travel | 8.7 (220) fore/aft travel range |
| Recliner Range (degrees) | Manual/power recliner travel: 69 degrees; Manual fold FWD recliner travel: 107.5 degrees |
| SAE Volume (standard roof), cu. ft. (cu. m) | 52.9 (1.49) front passenger volume |
| second row | |
| Headroom | 38.5 (978) |
| Legroom | 38.3 (973) |
| Shoulder Room | 55.1 (1,400) |
| Hip Room | 49.2 (1,250) |
| SAE Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 46.7 (1.35) Second-row passenger volume |
| cargo access | |
| Liftover Height | 31.1 (792) (Height measured from Curb Ground to Liftgate Scuff Trim) |
| Maximum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening | 42.1 (1,069) |
| Minimum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening | 36.9 (938) |
| Maximum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening | 27.2 (691) |
| Distance Between Wheelhouse Interior Trim | 38.1 (968) |
| SAE cargo volume | |
| Rear Seats Up, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 27.2 (0.8) |
| Rear Seats Folded, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 59.8 (1.7) |
| EPA Interior Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 126.7 (3.6) |
Tires3 specs
| Standard — Sport 4x2, Sport 4x4 | Standard — Latitude 4x2, Latitude 4x4 | Optional — Limited 4x4 | Standard — Trailhawk | Optional — Latitude, Limited (Continental) | Optional — Latitude, Limited (Yokohama) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size and Type | 215/65R16 BSW All-season | 225/60R17 BSW All-season | 235/45R19 BSW All Season | 215/65R17 OWL All-season | 225/55 R18 BSW All-season | 225/55 R18 BSW All-season |
| Mfr. and Model | Continental CrossContact LX Sport or Kumho Crugen Premium | Kumho Crugen Premium or Firestone Destination LE2 | Continental ContiProContact | Falken WildPeak H/T | Continental | Yokohama |
| Revs per Mile (km) | 770 (479) | 749 (466) | 766 (476) | 744 (462.8) | 744 (462) | 744 (462) |
Column headers come from the printed Availability line of each tire block; the last two blocks share one availability line and are told apart by manufacturer.
Source: 2018 Jeep Compass Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2018 feature availability guide.
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StandardOptionalPart of a packageNot availableFleet-only optionEither, depending on configuration
| Feature | Sport4x2/4x4 | Latitude4x2/4x4 | Trailhawk4x4 | Limited4x2/4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engines & Transmissions | ||||
| 2.4‑liter I‑4 Tigershark — six-speed manual | Std/Std | Std/N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2.4‑liter I‑4 Tigershark with engine stop-start — six-speed automatic (must have Safety & Security Group on Limited 4x2) | Opt/N/A | Std/N/A | N/A | Std/N/A |
| 2.4‑liter I‑4 Tigershark with engine stop-start — nine-speed automatic | Opt/N/A | Opt/N/A | Std | Std/N/A |
| Mechanical Features | ||||
| Alternator — 160-amp alternator | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Auto Stick automatic transmission (included with six-speed and nine-speed automatic transmissions) | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Speed control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Engine oil cooler | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exhaust system — single rear exhaust with dual bright tip; hidden exhaust on remaining models | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Final Drive Gear Ratios3.502 (FWD models with six-speed automatic transmission) | Opt | Std | N/A | Std |
| 3.73 — included with nine-speed automatic; standard on 4x4 models) | Opt | Opt | N/A | Std |
| 3.833 — included with six-speed manual; standard on Latitude 4x4) | Std | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| 4.334 (Trailhawk only) | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Four-wheel drive system with rear axle disconnect (4x4 models only)Jeep Active Drive — a full-time 4x4 system | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Jeep Active Drive Low — a full time 4x4 system with low range for a 20:1 crawl ratio | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Fuel door — capless fuel filler | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fuel tank — 13.5 gallons | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Rating4,400 pounds (FWD models only) | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| 4,600 pounds (standard on 4x4 models) | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| 4,700 pounds | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Selec-TerrainCenter stack dial with four traction control settings: Auto, Snow, Sand and Mud (4x4 models only) | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Auto, Snow, Sand, Mud and Rock Mode with Hill-descent Control | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Steering — electric power; tilt/telescoping column | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Stop‑Start Dual Battery System (included with 2.4‑liter I‑4 Tigershark engine with ESS; available on Sport FWD/4x4 and Latitude 4x4) (standard on all automatic transmissions) | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| SuspensionNormal duty; FWD models | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| AWD; 4x4 models | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Off-road | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Towing capacity — 2,000 pounds (when properly equipped) (Packaged with Trailer Tow Package) (4x4 models only) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Trail Rated capability — includes Jeep Active Drive Low mode with 20:1 crawl ratio, 1-in. increased height, unique front and rear fascia, unique 17-in. wheels and All‑Season On/Off-road tires, skid plates, two front and one rear anodized red tow hooks, signature Red accents and Trail Rated badge | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body-color / accent fascias | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear skid plate applique; Neutral Grey for Trailhawk models and Bright for Limited models | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| AccentsBright Chrome exterior accents | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Jeep (Chrome finish; in Neutral Grey finish for Trailhawk models) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Compass | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| BadgeSport (Chrome finish) | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Latitude (Chrome finish) | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Limited (Chrome finish) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Trail Rated and Trailhawk with Red accent color | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| 4x4 (Chrome finish; in Neutral Grey finish for Trailhawk models) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Daylight opening (DLO)Black | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Bright (Chrome) | N/A | Std | N/A | Std |
| Neutral Grey | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Door HandleBlack | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body color | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| GlassSolar control | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Deep-tint sunscreen (packaged with Sport Appearance Plus) | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Grille/SurroundGloss Black surround with Chrome slot surrounds and Black mesh | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Gloss Black surround with Neutral Grey slot surrounds and Black mesh | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Hood decal — Black | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Lighting ExteriorCornering front fog lamps with Black bezels for Latitude, Neutral Grey bezels for Trailhawk and Chrome bezels for Limited | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Quad halogen headlamps | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bi-xenon high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps (packaged with Advanced Safety and Lighting Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | N/A |
| Bi-xenon high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps with LED Signature lamp (packaged with Advanced Safety and Lighting Group) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg |
| Automatic headlamps | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Automatic high-beam headlamp control (packaged with Advanced Safety and Lighting Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Daytime running lamp system | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Headlamp off time delay | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Incandescent tail lamps | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| LED tail lamps (packaged with Advanced Safety and Lighting Group) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg |
| Front side marker/side repeater on outside mirror | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| MirrorsPower adjustable, heated, manual-folding in Black | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power adjustable, heated, manual-folding in body-color | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Power adjustable, heated, manual folding with side marker in Neutral Grey | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Power adjustable, heated, manual folding with side marker in body-color with Chrome accent | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Power liftgate | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Removable short mast antenna — roof mounted | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| RoofBody color (packaged with monotone paint) | Std | Std | N/A | Opt |
| Black (packaged with two-tone paint group) | N/A | Opt | Std | Std |
| Roof RailsBlack (packaged with Sport Appearance Plus) | Pkg | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Neutral Grey | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Bright (Chrome) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Skid plates — fuel tank, transfer case, transmission and front suspension | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Sunroof — power, dual-pane with front tilt/fore/aft and rear fixed glass | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Tires215/65R16 BSW All‑Season | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 225/60R17 BSW All‑Season | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| 215/65R17 BSW All‑Season On/Off-road | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| 225/55R18 BSW All‑Season (included with optional 18-in. wheel) | N/A | Opt | N/A | Std |
| 235/45R19 BSW All‑Season (included with 19-in. wheels) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Tire service kit with manual | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Compact spare | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt |
| Full-size spare | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Full-size temporary use spare (packaged with Trailer Tow Group) | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Pkg |
| Tow hooks — two front and one rear (Red) | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Wheels16-in. Black-styled steel | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 16-in. aluminum painted Tech Silver (packaged with Sport Appearance Plus) | Pkg/Fleet | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 17-in. aluminum painted Tech Silver | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| 17-in. aluminum with polished face and Granite painted pockets | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| 17-in. aluminum with polished face and Black painted pockets | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| 18-in. aluminum with polished face and Tech Grey painted pockets | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| 18-in. aluminum with polished face and Satin Black painted pockets | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| 19-in. aluminum with polished face and Black painted pockets | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Windows — power front windows, one-touch up and down; second row power | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front, variable intermittent (not available with rain-sensitive/intermittent) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Wiper SystemWindshield wiper de-Icer (packaged with Cold Weather Group and Leather Interior Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Rain-sensitive/intermittent (packaged with Safety and Security Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Rear, defroster and wiper/washer | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior | ||||
| AccentsSpeaker bezels, shifter boot accent ring, steering wheel bezels and cluster trim rings — anodized Silver | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Speaker bezel, shifter boot accent ring and large cluster trim ring — anodized Ruby Red | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Radio bezel — Black; outer vent and center console ring — Gun Metal (when equipped with 5- or 7-in. radio) | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Radio bezel, outer vent bezels and center console ring — Gun Metal (packaged with Navigation Group) | N/A | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| Radio bezel, outer vent bezels and center console ring — K-Black | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Radio bezel, outer vent bezels and center console ring — Piano Black | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Air ConditioningSingle zone and air filtering | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Dual-zone automatic temperature control, including humidity sensor and premium air filter; also includes Uconnect 4C NAV radio on Latitude models (packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Assist handle — driver and passengers with coat hooks on rear passengers (4) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tie down loops (4) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Compartment lamp | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Height adjustable load floor — one, two or three position adjustment depending on spare tire/tire service kit availability | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear cargo underfloor tray | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cargo AreaReversible carpet/vinyl cargo mat (packaged with Cold Weather Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Cargo compartment carpet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Full-length front floor console with sliding armrest in soft vinyl | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ConsoleAir vents on rear of center console (packaged with automatic transmissions) | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Included with full-length front floor console | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup HoldersIlluminated front | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| Rear seat armrest — included with 60/40 split-folding rear seats) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Driver Information Display3.5-in. Black and White | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| 7-in. full-color TFT LCD cluster display (packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — controls located on steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Floor MatsFront and rear | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| All-season front and rear, rubber (packaged with Cold Weather Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | N/A |
| Glove box with damped door and inside lamp | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Two front overhead incandescent map lamps | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| LightingAmbient LED interior on front door handles and overhead console | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Ambient LED interior on front door handles, overhead console, front map pockets and front cup holders | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| Front dome lamp | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Map/dome reading lamps | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Media center electronics storage — located behind shifter | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| MirrorsRearview day/night mirror | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Rearview, auto-dimming mirror (packaged with Popular Equipment Group, Leather Interior Group and Advanced Safety and Lighting Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Sliding sun visor with mirrors | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sliding sun visor with illuminated mirrors | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Outside temperature display in odometer | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt auxiliary located in front center stack | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt auxiliary in rear cargo area | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power Outlet115-volt auxiliary (packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group) | Pkg/Fleet | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Shift KnobSilver — included with six-speed manual transmission; standard on Latitude 4x4) | Std | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Urethane — standard on automatic transmissions on Sport models | Pkg | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Leather-wrapped — standard on automatic transmissions) | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Speedometer — 160 mph | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Speed-sensitive power door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering WheelUrethane with anodized Silver bezels | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Leather-wrapped with anodized Silver bezels (packaged with Cold Weather Group) | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated (packaged with Cold Weather Group and Leather Interior Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Mounted audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tachometer | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Seats | ||||
| SeatingCloth low-back bucket seats in Black with Cattle Tan and Lt. Diesel stitching or Sandstorm with Dark Saddle stitching | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Premium vinyl trim with hex pattern cloth insert low-back bucket seats in Black with Cattle Tan and Lt. Diesel stitching or Black/Ski Grey with Ski Grey accent stitching | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Luxury leather trim with Ombre Mesh Cloth insert bucket seats in Black with Ruby Red accent stitching and embroidered Trailhawk logo | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Luxury leather trim with Axis II leather perforated insert bucket seats in Black with accent stitching and embroidered Trailhawk logo in Ruby Red (packaged with Leather Interior Group) | N/A | N/A | Pkg | N/A |
| Luxury leather trim with Axis II leather perforated insert bucket seats in Black with Cattle Tan accent stitching or Black/Ski Grey with Ruby Red accent stitching and embossed Jeep logo | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Seats, FrontManual six-way driver/passenger with driver height adjuster | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Power eight-way driver seat with power four-way lumbar adjuster and manual six-way passenger seat (packaged with Leather Interior Group and Popular Equipment Group) | Fleet | Opt/Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Heated front seats (packaged with Cold Weather Group and Leather Interior Group; requires heated steering) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Front height adjust shoulder belts | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front seat back map pocket | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front-passenger fold forward | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 60/40 split-folding seat and rear seat armrest with cup holder | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Center rear three-point seat belt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heat ducts | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Three rear seat head restraints | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Uconnect / Multimedia | ||||
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (packaged with Uconnect 4 with 7-in. display, Uconnect 4 with 8.4-in. display and Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Media hub — located in center stack includes USB port and auxiliary input jack; second USB port behind center console for second-row passengers | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Speakers — six speakers | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Beats premium audio system with nine speakers, including subwoofer | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Uconnect 3 with 5-in. Display — includes 5-in. touchscreen display, integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth for streaming audio and AM/FM radio | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 4 with 7-in. Display — includes 7-in. touchscreen display, integrated voice command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto capable and AM/FM radio (requires air conditioning with dual-zone automatic temperature control and packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group) | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 4 with 8.4-in. display — an integrated center stack radio that includes an 8.4-in. touchscreen display, integrated voice command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto capable, SiriusXM Radio with one-year trial subscription | N/A | N/A | Std | Std |
| Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display — includes Uconnect 8.4-in. touchscreen display with GPS Navigation, HD Radio, Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto capable, integrated Voice command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, SiriusXM Traffic Plus and SiriusXM Travel Link, including five-year trial subscription, and SiriusXM Guardian, including one-year trial subscription; includes Gun Metal radio bezel on Latitude models (packaged with Navigation Group; requires air conditioning with automatic temperature control on Latitude models) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| SiriusXM Radio — includes one-year trial subscription (packaged with Tech Group on Sport and Popular Equipment Group on Latitude models) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | Std |
| SiriusXM Guardian — includes one-year trial subscription (packaged with Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| SiriusXM Traffic Plus — includes five-year trial subscription (packaged with Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| SiriusXM Travel Link — includes five-year trial subscription (packaged with Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Safety and Security | ||||
| (7 total) Advanced multistage front driver and passenger air bags | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Supplemental front and rear side curtain | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Supplemental front seat-mounted side | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Driver inflatable knee bolster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| All-speed traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Battery run down protection | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Anti-lock four-wheel disc | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| BrakesAdvanced Brake Assist (packaged with Full‑Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Electric park brake | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain Brake Support | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection system (packaged with Safety and Security Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Child Seat Anchor System — LATCH ready | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic Roll Mitigation | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Entry SystemsRemote keyless entry with immobilizer | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Proximity Keyless with immoblizer | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Full Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking — includes Advanced Brake Assist (packaged with Advanced Safety and Lighting Group; requires automatic transmission) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Front Passenger seat belt alert | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front seat active headrests | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent Control | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Hill‑Start Assist | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist (not available with manual transmission; packaged with Advanced Safety and Lighting Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Motorized pretensioning seat belts | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Occupant Classification System | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Panic alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ParkSense rear park assist (packaged with Safety and Security Group and Tech Group) | Pkg/Fleet | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| ParkView rear backup camera with active grid lines | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear door child protection | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote start system (packaged with Cold Weather Group, Safety and Security Group, Leather Interior Group and Popular Equipment Group; requires automatic transmission) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Security alarm — protects doors, liftgate and hood (packaged with Safety and Security Group) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Tire-pressure monitoring display | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Trailer-sway damping — works in tandem with ESC to help improve handling in adverse towing conditions caused by crosswinds and traffic | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Groups and Packages | ||||
Advanced Safety and Lighting GroupFull-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist (requires automatic transmission), rearview auto-dimming mirror, auto high-beam headlamp control, bi-xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps; and on Limited models: LED tail lamps and bi-xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps with signature LED lamp (requires Safety and Security Group) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Cold Weather Groupwindshield wiper deicer, heated front seats, heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel and remote start system (requires automatic transmission); Sport and Latitude models add: all-season floor mats and reversible carpet/vinyl cargo mat (not available with Leather Interior Group on Trailhawk models) | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A |
Leather Interior Groupluxurious leather-trimmed seats with perforated inserts and Ruby Red accent stitching, power eight-way driver seat with power four-way lumbar adjuster and manual six-way front passenger seats, heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, windshield wiper de-icer, remote start system and rearview auto-dimming mirror (not available with Cold Weather Group and Popular Equipment Group) | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A |
Mopar Graphics PackageMopar hood graphic and Mopar body-side graphic | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt |
Mopar Interior Protection PackageMopar all-weather floor mats and Mopar molded cargo tray (not available with Mopar Interior Premium Package and Cold Weather Group) | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Mopar Interior Premium PackageMopar carpet cargo mat, Mopar premium carpet floor mats and Mopar Pedal Kit (not available with Cold Weather Group and Mopar Interior Protection Package) | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Popular Equipment Grouppower eight-way driver seat with power four-way lumbar adjuster and manual six-way front passenger seats, rear view auto-dimming mirror and remote start system (requires automatic transmission); Latitude models add: air conditioning with dual-zone automatic temperature control, Uconnect 4 with 7-in. touchscreen display, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, integrated center stack with Gun Metal radio bezel, 7-in. full-color driver information display (DID), SiriusXM Radio, including one-year trial subscription and 115-volt auxiliary power outlet (not available with Leather Interior Group on Trailhawk models) | N/A | Opt | Opt | N/A |
Navigation GroupUconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. touchscreen display, including GPS navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, integrated center stack with Gun Metal radio bezel on Latitude models, SiriusXM Radio, including one-year trial subscription (requires Popular Equipment Group on Latitude models and automatic transmission) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Safety and Security GroupBlind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection Systems, ParkSense rear park assist system, rain-sensitive/intermittent wipers; Latitude and Trailhawk models add remote start system (requires automatic transmission) and security alarm | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Sport Appearance PlusBlack side roof rails, deep tint sunscreen glass and 16-in. Tech Silver painted aluminum wheel | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tech GroupUconnect 4 with 7-in. touchscreen display, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capable, integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, integrated center stack with Gun Metal radio bezel, SiriusXM Radio, including one-year trial subscription, ParkSense rear park assist system, 7-in. full-color driver information display (DID), air-conditioning with dual-zone automatic temperature controls and 115-volt auxiliary power outlet | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Trailer Tow GroupClass III hitch receiver plus four-pin wiring harness; Latitude and Limited models add full-size temporary use spare tire (4x4 models only) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
- Where a cell prints two codes (for example S/S or O/NA), the first applies to 4x2 and the second to 4x4 models.
- A few cells are printed blank rather than with a dash (illuminated front cup holders, front and rear floor mats on Trailhawk, Hill-descent Control, Beats audio on Sport); they are shown as NA.
- F marks a fleet-only option.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Latitude (4x2/4x4)over Sport (4x2/4x4)+19 standard
- Auto Stick automatic transmission (included with six-speed and nine-speed automatic transmissions)
- Stop-Start Dual Battery System (included with 2.4-liter I-4 Tigershark engine with ESS; available on Sport FWD/4x4 and Latitude 4x4) (standard on all automatic transmissions)
- Badge: Latitude (Chrome finish)
- Daylight opening (DLO): Bright (Chrome)
- Door Handle: Body color
- Deep-tint sunscreen (packaged with Sport Appearance Plus)
- Cornering front fog lamps with Black bezels for Latitude, Neutral Grey bezels for Trailhawk and Chrome bezels for Limited
- Lighting Exterior: Automatic headlamps
- Power adjustable, heated, manual-folding in body-color
- Black (packaged with Sport Appearance Plus)
- Tires: 225/60R17 BSW All-Season
- Wheels: 17-in. aluminum painted Tech Silver
- Air vents on rear of center console (packaged with automatic transmissions)
- Ambient LED interior on front door handles and overhead console
- Sliding sun visor with illuminated mirrors
- Leather-wrapped — standard on automatic transmissions)
- Leather-wrapped with anodized Silver bezels (packaged with Cold Weather Group)
- Premium vinyl trim with hex pattern cloth insert low-back bucket seats in Black with Cattle Tan and Lt. Diesel stitching or Black/Ski Grey with Ski Grey accent stitching
- Remote Proximity Keyless with immoblizer
Limited (4x2/4x4)over Latitude (4x2/4x4)+27 standard
- Exhaust system — single rear exhaust with dual bright tip; hidden exhaust on remaining models
- Bright Chrome exterior accents
- Badge: Limited (Chrome finish)
- Front side marker/side repeater on outside mirror
- Power adjustable, heated, manual folding with side marker in body-color with Chrome accent
- Black (packaged with two-tone paint group)
- Roof Rails: Bright (Chrome)
- 225/55R18 BSW All-Season (included with optional 18-in. wheel)
- 18-in. aluminum with polished face and Tech Grey painted pockets
- Windshield wiper de-Icer (packaged with Cold Weather Group and Leather Interior Group)
- Radio bezel, outer vent bezels and center console ring — Piano Black
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control, including humidity sensor and premium air filter; also includes Uconnect 4C NAV radio on Latitude models (packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group)
- Reversible carpet/vinyl cargo mat (packaged with Cold Weather Group)
- Cup Holders: Illuminated front
- 7-in. full-color TFT LCD cluster display (packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group)
- Ambient LED interior on front door handles, overhead console, front map pockets and front cup holders
- Rearview, auto-dimming mirror (packaged with Popular Equipment Group, Leather Interior Group and Advanced Safety and Lighting Group)
- 115-volt auxiliary (packaged with Popular Equipment Group and Tech Group)
- Heated (packaged with Cold Weather Group and Leather Interior Group)
- Luxury leather trim with Axis II leather perforated insert bucket seats in Black with Cattle Tan accent stitching or Black/Ski Grey with Ruby Red accent stitching and embossed Jeep logo
- Power eight-way driver seat with power four-way lumbar adjuster and manual six-way passenger seat (packaged with Leather Interior Group and Popular Equipment Group)
- Heated front seats (packaged with Cold Weather Group and Leather Interior Group; requires heated steering)
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (packaged with Uconnect 4 with 7-in. display, Uconnect 4 with 8.4-in. display and Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display)
- Uconnect 4 with 8.4-in. display — an integrated center stack radio that includes an 8.4-in. touchscreen display, integrated voice command with Bluetooth for streaming audio, Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto capable, SiriusXM Radio with one-year trial subscription
- SiriusXM Radio — includes one-year trial subscription (packaged with Tech Group on Sport and Popular Equipment Group on Latitude models)
- Remote start system (packaged with Cold Weather Group, Safety and Security Group, Leather Interior Group and Popular Equipment Group; requires automatic transmission)
- Security alarm — protects doors, liftgate and hood (packaged with Safety and Security Group)
Standard on every trim (74)
- Alternator — 160-amp alternator
- Speed control
- Engine oil cooler
- Fuel door — capless fuel filler
- Fuel tank — 13.5 gallons
- Push-button start
- Steering — electric power; tilt/telescoping column
- Accents: Body-color / accent fascias
- Rear skid plate applique; Neutral Grey for Trailhawk models and Bright for Limited models
- Jeep (Chrome finish; in Neutral Grey finish for Trailhawk models)
- Badge: Compass
- 4x4 (Chrome finish; in Neutral Grey finish for Trailhawk models)
- Lighting Exterior: Quad halogen headlamps
- Lighting Exterior: Daytime running lamp system
- Lighting Exterior: Headlamp off time delay
- Lighting Exterior: Incandescent tail lamps
- Removable short mast antenna — roof mounted
- Windows — power front windows, one-touch up and down; second row power
- Front, variable intermittent (not available with rain-sensitive/intermittent)
- Wiper System: Rear, defroster and wiper/washer
- Assist handle — driver and passengers with coat hooks on rear passengers (4)
- Cargo Area: Tie down loops (4)
- Cargo Area: Compartment lamp
- Height adjustable load floor — one, two or three position adjustment depending on spare tire/tire service kit availability
- Cargo Area: Rear cargo underfloor tray
- Cargo Area: Cargo compartment carpet
- Full-length front floor console with sliding armrest in soft vinyl
- Included with full-length front floor console
- Rear seat armrest — included with 60/40 split-folding rear seats)
- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — controls located on steering wheel
- Glove box with damped door and inside lamp
- Two front overhead incandescent map lamps
- Lighting: Front dome lamp
- Lighting: Map/dome reading lamps
- Media center electronics storage — located behind shifter
- Outside temperature display in odometer
- 12-volt auxiliary located in front center stack
- Power Outlet: 12-volt auxiliary in rear cargo area
- Speedometer — 160 mph
- Speed-sensitive power door locks
- Steering Wheel: Mounted audio controls
- Tachometer
- Seats, Front: Front height adjust shoulder belts
- Seats, Front: Front seat back map pocket
- Seats, Front: Front-passenger fold forward
- 60/40 split-folding seat and rear seat armrest with cup holder
- Seats, second-row: Center rear three-point seat belt
- Seats, second-row: Heat ducts
- Seats, second-row: Three rear seat head restraints
- Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth
- Media hub — located in center stack includes USB port and auxiliary input jack; second USB port behind center console for second-row passengers
- Speakers — six speakers
- (7 total) Advanced multistage front driver and passenger air bags
- Supplemental front and rear side curtain
- Air Bags: Supplemental front seat-mounted side
- Air Bags: Driver inflatable knee bolster
- All-speed traction control
- Battery run down protection
- Brakes: Anti-lock four-wheel disc
- Brakes: Electric park brake
- Brakes: Rain Brake Support
- Child Seat Anchor System — LATCH ready
- Electronic Roll Mitigation
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Front Passenger seat belt alert
- Front seat active headrests
- Hill-Start Assist
- Motorized pretensioning seat belts
- Occupant Classification System
- Panic alarm
- ParkView rear backup camera with active grid lines
- Rear door child protection
- Tire-pressure monitoring display
- Trailer-sway damping — works in tandem with ESC to help improve handling in adverse towing conditions caused by crosswinds and traffic
Source: 2018 Jeep Compass Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2018 Jeep Compass fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2018 Jeep Compass at 25–26 MPG combined; the 2.4L 4-cylinder (FWD) is the most efficient and the 2.4L 4-cylinder (FWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass FWD | 2.4L 4-cylinderstop-start | 6-speed automatic · FWD | 22MPG | 31MPG | 25MPG | $2,500 | 350 |
| Compass FWD | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 6-speed manual · FWD | 23MPG | 32MPG | 26MPG | $2,400 | 339 |
| Compass 4WD | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 6-speed manual · AWD | 22MPG | 31MPG | 25MPG | $2,500 | 355 |
| Compass 4WD | 2.4L 4-cylinderstop-start | 9-speed automatic · AWD | 22MPG | 30MPG | 25MPG | $2,500 | 358 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2018 Jeep Compass wheels & tires
Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.
| Fits | Tire | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sport 4x2 and 4x4Standard | 215/65R16Continental CrossContact LX Sport or Kumho Crugen Premium | BSW, all-season |
| Latitude 4x2 and 4x4Standard | 225/60R17Kumho Crugen Premium or Firestone Destination LE2 | BSW, all-season |
| Limited 4x4Optional | 235/45R19Continental ContiProContact | BSW, all-season |
| TrailhawkStandard | 215/65R17Falken WildPeak H/T | outlined white letters, all-season |
| Latitude and LimitedOptional | 225/55R18Continental; Yokohama | BSW, all-season |
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Manual describes a compact spare, a non-matching full-size spare or a tire service kit, depending on equipment; neither spare type has a pressure sensor.
- Lug nut torque
- 100 ft-lb (135 N·m), M12 x 1.25 thread, 19 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2018 Jeep Compass Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2018 Jeep Compass maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage.
- Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary
- Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary
- Inspect the CV joints
- Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter
| Service | 20k | 30k | 40k | 50k | 60k | 70k | 80k | 90k | 100k | 110k | 120k | 130k | 140k | 150k |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air cleaner filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary |
At every oil change
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tiresRotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions
2018 Jeep Compass fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 2.4L gasoline engine | 13.5 gal51 L |
| Engine oil with filter | 2.4L gasoline engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified) | 5.5 qt5.2 L |
| Cooling system | 2.4L gasoline engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) | 6.8 qt6.5 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) formulaMS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil2.4L engine | SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | — |
| Engine oil filter | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
| Fuel selection2.4L engine | 87 octane, 0-15% ethanol | — |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Manual transmissionIf equipped | Manual and dual dry clutch transmission fluid | Mopar C Series Manual & Dual Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid |
| Automatic transmissionSix-speed, FWD models, if equipped | ATF, AW-1 or equivalent | Mopar AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Automatic transmissionNine-speed, 4WD models, if equipped | ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Power transfer unit (PTU)If equipped | SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5 | Mopar Front Axle/PTU Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90 (API GL-5) |
| Rear differential (RDM)If equipped | SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5 | Mopar Rear Axle/RDM Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90 (API GL-5) |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Refrigerant2.4L engines, charge 567 g (1.25 lb) | R134a | — |
| Compressor oil2.4L engines, 135 ml (4.56 oz) | PAG oil RL-897 | — |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M12 x 1.2519 mm socket | 100 ft‑lb (135 N·m) |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
- Use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts; tighten in a star pattern twice and recheck torque after 25 miles (40 km).
- Only the 2.4L gasoline engine is listed for this manual.
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2018 Jeep Compass recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2018 Jeep Compass: 6 recall campaigns, 950 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Compass SUV FWD | 20.2% risk | |||
| Jeep Compass SUV AWD | 20.6% risk |
Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Recalls (6)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodAugust 9, 2018 · Campaign 18V524000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles.
Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Campaign 18V524000 on NHTSA.govService brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperAugust 9, 2018 · Campaign 18V523000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
Campaign 18V523000 on NHTSA.govSuspension: front: control arm: lower armMay 1, 2018 · Campaign 18V279000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation.
Risk: If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.
Campaign 18V279000 on NHTSA.govElectrical system: instrument cluster/panelNovember 21, 2017 · Campaign 17V740000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver's ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T70.
Campaign 17V740000 on NHTSA.govAir bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator moduleNovember 21, 2017 · Campaign 17V732000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T73.
Campaign 17V732000 on NHTSA.govEngine and engine cooling: engineOctober 24, 2017 · Campaign 17V670000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee and Compass vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The engines may have a cracked oil pump housing that can result in oil pump failure.
Risk: If the oil pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the oil pump, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T65.
Campaign 17V670000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 950
- Crashes
- 28
- Fires
- 5
- Injuries
- 18
- Engine476
- Electrical system380
- Unknown or other195
- Power train152
- Exterior lighting64
- Fuel/propulsion system63
- Service brakes62
- Forward collision avoidance38
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Compass. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2018 Jeep Compass owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Great Lakes owner notes
What counts on a 2018 Jeep Compass from Michigan to Tennessee
We read the 2018 Compass owner data, service schedule and spec sheets with Indiana driving in mind: frozen starts, salted highways, cratered streets and hills. These are the figures worth acting on.
Sidewall height versus broken pavement
Squalls off Lake Michigan and Lake Erie can drop snow faster than plows keep up, and then tire compound matters more than anything else on the vehicle. Starting from the factory 215/65R16 size, a true winter tire on 16-inch wheels grips packed snow far better than an all-season and leaves sidewall for the potholes the next thaw brings.
What the manual says about oil
Oil capacity is 5.5 qt, and the manual lists SAE 0W-20. Where more than one engine appears in the lineup, the engine code on the window sticker settles which grade applies. The wrong one in an Indiana winter gives up a little protection on every cold start, and over years of driveway starts that adds up.
Cranking power for a lake-effect morning
Rated battery output: 500 cold-cranking amps, measured at 0°F. A single-digit night in Traverse City or Fort Wayne cuts what the battery can deliver just as the stiff engine asks more of the starter. Past three winters, an October load test tells you more than the date sticker. Charging comes from a 160-amp alternator.
Drive systems for lake-effect snow
The 2018 lineup includes front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. Power at both axles pays off when a band off Lake Erie buries the Snowbelt east of Cleveland, or on a steep, unplowed road out of a hollow in eastern Kentucky. It gets you moving; stopping on ice is still up to the tires.
Clearance for frozen ruts and hollow roads
Listed ground clearance: 7.8 to 8.5 inches. Two places in this region test it. One is a snowbelt side street after a squall, where frozen ruts form before the plow comes back. The other is a gravel road up an Appalachian hollow, where a high crown and washouts can catch a low underbody. Knowing the figure helps you choose a line instead of guessing.
Gravel hollow roads and the air filter
The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 40,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.
Octane from the owner data
The owner data specifies 87 octane. A higher grade than the manual asks for adds cost without benefit, while a lower one than required makes the engine pull back ignition timing, which shows most under load on a long Appalachian climb.
Data behind these notes: owner's manual capacities, the Mopar service schedule and factory spec sheets. Regional advice is general, written for drivers from Indiana to Michigan.
2018 Jeep Compass questions
How much oil does the 2018 Jeep Compass take?
With a filter change: 2.4L gasoline engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified), 5.5 qt / 5.2 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2018 Jeep Compass use?
2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2018 Jeep Compass?
At 20,000 miles: inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary; inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary; inspect the cv joints; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2018 Jeep Compass owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2018 Jeep Compass get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Jeep Compass at 25–26 MPG combined, depending on the version. 2.4L 4-cylinder, 6-speed automatic, FWD: 22 city / 31 highway / 25 combined; 2.4L 4-cylinder, 6-speed manual, FWD: 23 city / 32 highway / 26 combined; 2.4L 4-cylinder, 6-speed manual, AWD: 22 city / 31 highway / 25 combined; 2.4L 4-cylinder, 9-speed automatic, AWD: 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
What size tires does the 2018 Jeep Compass use?
Factory tire sizes: 215/65R16 (Sport 4x2 and 4x4); 225/60R17 (Latitude 4x2 and 4x4); 235/45R19 (Limited 4x4); 215/65R17 (Trailhawk); 225/55R18 (Latitude and Limited). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard on the vehicle, not in a single table.
What changed on the 2018 Jeep Compass?
New body style: 4x2/4x4; Body style dropped: 4x2; New option packages: Advanced Safety and Lighting Group, Mopar Graphics Package, Mopar Interior Protection Package and Mopar Interior Premium Package; Package no longer offered: Advanced Technology Group.
Does the 2018 Jeep Compass have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Jeep Compass. The most recent: Electrical system: wiring (August 2018), Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components (August 2018), and Suspension: front (May 2018). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2018 Jeep Compass?
Owners have filed 950 complaints about the 2018 Jeep Compass with NHTSA. The components named most often are engine (476), electrical system (380), and unknown or other (195). 28 complaints involved a crash and 5 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
What is the 2018 Jeep Compass's NHTSA crash-test rating?
NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2018 Jeep Compass is 4 out of 5 stars (Jeep Compass SUV FWD: 4 and Jeep Compass SUV AWD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.