Are you looking for a fun-to-drive, energetic, and technology-packed subcompact SUV? Then add a Jeep Compass for sale to your list of models to check out. In fact, add it to the very top. The Compass delivers tremendous value to drivers with a reasonable price point and an available range of trims that offer well-planned groups of features for different drivers and lifestyles. If you’ve been wanting to get a Jeep that checks boxes for practicality and adventure, the Compass is the way to go. Today, we will go over some of the features of the Compass in the areas of safety, convenience, and fun!
A Variety of Comprehensive Standard Safety Features
Let’s start with safety. The Jeep Compass is a small SUV with great fuel efficiency, making it a popular option amongst city dwellers. And it’s no secret that in the city, you face a range of obstacles and hazards every day. When there are so many vehicles and pedestrians around you, you really need to look alive and the Jeep Compass will help you do it. In addition to a standard Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking that helps you avoid collisions with other vehicles, the Compass also has Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection, so it can notify you if you are at risk of running into a person on foot or on a bicycle.
Not all vehicles have Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection, and your regular vehicle detection systems won’t do the trick. You need a sensitive detection system to pick up on smaller hazards. A crash with someone on foot or on a bicycle can have even greater consequences than a collision with another vehicle, so this is a very useful feature to have.
Next is ParkSense Rear Park Assist. When you shift into reverse and move at speeds slower than 7 mph, this system will automatically activate and scan for any obstacles behind your vehicle. It uses sensors in the rear bumper to do it. When the sensors detect something, the system will omit audible alerts and show you an image in your instrument cluster display that communicates how far you are from the object. As you get closer to the object, the audible tones will increase in frequency. If you live in a congested metropolitan environment, then you know how useful a feature like this can be when you have to back into type parking spots or even just out of driveways.
Lastly, in the safety department, we are impressed with the Drowsy Driver Detection system. Given that the Compass is such a popular road trip vehicle thanks to its fuel efficiency and comfortable cabin, many drivers take their Compass on long journeys, and the possibility of getting tired behind the wheel increases with every hour on the road. Luckily, Drowsy Driver Detection monitors your movements and looks for patterns that could be signs of drowsiness. If it does detect drowsiness, it will emit audible and visual signals to wake you up and remind you to pull over to get some rest.
Making Your Drive Convenient
Now, let’s look at convenience features. Do you plan on loading a lot of stuff into your Compass every day? Then you will like the available power liftgate. All you need to do is touch a key on your fob and the trunk will automatically open, so there is no need to put down the things you were holding to manually open the trunk. When there isn’t a friend or family member nearby to open the trunk for you, you’ll appreciate having this power liftgate.
Thanks to a fold-flat front passenger seat, you can create tons of cargo space when you need it. So, if you put down the rear seats and the fold-flat front passenger seat, you can create an extra long slot for long items. Think of everything you can put there, like rolled-up rugs, coffee tables, boogie boards, and more. Don’t let the subcompact SUV body style lead you to believe you can’t fit much in the Compass. It will surprise you with its cargo capabilities.
If you live somewhere where the weather can change at the drop of a dime, there are two features you will love having. First are the rain-detecting wipers. These will turn on automatically when they sense raindrops, so you don’t have to manually turn on your wipers, and you can keep your hands on the wheel at all times. When the rain stops, so will the wipers. Next is the windshield wiper deicer, which is perfect for those chilly mornings when you are greeted by ice on your windshield.
Whether you’re looking at directions or changing the music, you’ll command your smartphone apps on the 10.1-inch touchscreen. It’s crisp, intuitive, and responsive, making it easy to access the apps and features you need with just a few swipes. Want to power up your smartphones on the go? You can use the available wireless charger for that. Just place your phone on it, and it will begin charging—no cords required.
The Trail-Rated Trailhawk Trim and Available Alpine Audio System
Onto the fun stuff. The Compass is made for adventures, after all. First things first: if you get the Trailhawk model, you will enjoy a trail-rated Jeep. When you see the trail-rated badge, it means that your vehicle has passed several off-road tests in a variety of categories. Your trail-rated Compass is capable of water forwarding, which means that it can travel through small bodies of water, thanks to sealed electrical connections and well-placed air intakes. It also will boast incredible maneuverability, giving you command when you have to take tight turns or navigate bumpy terrain.
Articulation will also be impressive on a trail-rated vehicle, and you will see that your wheels do a great job staying engaged even when one loses contact with the ground. Plus, the Trailhawk gets an impressive ground clearance boost to 8.6 inches, so if you see a path with some small rocks or fallen branches on it, you can move forward with confidence.
Wherever you decide to explore, you can enjoy a better listening experience on the way with the available Alpine premium audio system. It relies on a 12-channel 506-watt amplifier, nine speakers and a large subwoofer to create concert-quality sound. So whether you want to blast music in your off-road environment or enjoy an audiobook on your daily commute, you’ll hear every note and every subtle sound better on the Alpine premium sound system.
Your Faithful Companion Both on and Off the Road
The Jeep Compass combines all of the features and characteristics you love about a Jeep into a fun, easy-to-drive, and fuel-efficient subcompact SUV body. If you’re looking for a model that is equal parts thrilling and practical, you should definitely test-drive a Compass. You will love how different each trim is, offering a unique experience to a variety of driver types. We only covered some of the standout features of the Compass today, but there are many others throughout the trim lineup, so check it out in person. Whether the wilderness is calling your name or you’re looking for a feature-packed SUV for your daily commute, you owe it to yourself to check out this Jeep favorite today.
