Jeep Compass reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Jeep Compass is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 79 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 396 of 442, and 24.4% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is wipers (4.6% of tests).
Ranked 396 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 10,823 Jeep Compasses aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 24.4% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Jeep Compass is 27% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 13.7% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
24.4%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
13.7%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,000
Typical age at test: 5 years
Jeep Compass MOT failure rate by age
Most common Jeep Compass MOT faults
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.6% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.4% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.2% of tests
- Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.1% of tests
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn1.8% of tests
- Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.7% of tests
What the Jeep Compass fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 7.2% | ▲ 1.8× as often |
| Tyres | 7.0% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Visibility | 6.8% | ▲ 1.9× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 6.3% | About average |
| Brakes | 3.4% | ▼ 13% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.5% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Steering | 1.1% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Body and structure | 0.8% | ▼ 37% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | About average |
| Wheels | 0.2% | About average |
What MPG does the Jeep Compass do?
Official economy for the Jeep Compass ranges from 31 to 52.3mpg across the 84 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2008–2025). A typical petrol version manages 49.6mpg and a typical diesel 47.9mpg. Electric versions average 4 miles per kWh, with an official range of 350 to 350 miles. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Jeep Compass?
Any Jeep Compass first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Jeep Compass registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £760 a year.
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Official figures for 84 versions sold in the UK between 2008 and 2025.
Fuel types
Diesel, Electric, Petrol, Plug-in hybrid
Official economy
31.0–52.3 mpg
Electric range
350 miles
Efficiency
4.0 mi/kWh
CO2
35–208 g/km
Power
96–236 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass 74 KWH 213HP FWD213 PS · A1 · listed 2025 | Electric | 4 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 | 4% |
| Compass Altitute 1.5 MHEV GSE T4 130hp DCT FWD131 PS · A7 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 122g | £200 | 30% |
| Compass 1.2 145HP DCT6 FWD145 PS · A6 · listed 2025 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 122g | £200 | 30% |
| Compass 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD179 PS · A6 · listed 2025 | Plug-in hybrid | 141.2 mpg | 46g | £200 | 16% |
| Compass Altitute 1.5 MHEV GSE T4 130hp DCT FWD (VL)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 122g | £200 | 30% |
| Compass Summit 1.5 MHEV GSE T4 130hp DCT FWD (VL)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 122g | £200 | 30% |
| Compass Altitute 1.5 MHEV GSE T4 130hp DCT FWD (VH)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 46.3 mpg | 137g | £200 | 33% |
| Compass Summit 1.5 MHEV GSE T4 130hp DCT FWD (VH)96 PS · A7 · listed 2024 | Petrol | 46.3 mpg | 137g | £200 | 33% |
| Compass Altitude 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VH)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 137.1 mpg | 47g | £200 | 16% |
| Compass Summit 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VH)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 137.1 mpg | 47g | £200 | 16% |
| Compass Overland 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VH)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 137.1 mpg | 47g | £200 | 16% |
| Compass Trailhawk 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VH)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 137.1 mpg | 47g | £200 | 16% |
| Compass Altitude 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VL)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 183.4 mpg | 35g | £200 | 14% |
| Compass Summit 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VL)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 183.4 mpg | 35g | £200 | 14% |
| Compass Overland 1.3 GSE T4 4xe 240hp AT eAWD (VL)132 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Plug-in hybrid | 183.4 mpg | 35g | £200 | 14% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 84 versions.
What a Jeep Compass costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 49.6mpg…
- diesel, typical official 47.9mpg…
- Electric, typical official 4 miles per kWh…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Jeep Compass reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Jeep Compass is 27% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 79 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Jeep Compass?
The most common MOT fault is “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively”, found in 4.6% of tests. It fails on visibility and suspension more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Jeep Compass do?
Official economy for the Jeep Compass ranges from 31 to 52.3mpg across the 84 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2008–2025). A typical petrol version manages 49.6mpg and a typical diesel 47.9mpg. Electric versions average 4 miles per kWh, with an official range of 350 to 350 miles. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Jeep Compass?
Any Jeep Compass first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Jeep Compass registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £760 a year.
›How many Jeep Compasses fail their MOT?
24.4% of Jeep Compasses aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 13.7% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Jeep Compass combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.