The 2023 Jeep Compass is entering the new year with a new engine, transmission, and driveline to improve performance. Jeep gave its Compass SUV a mild inside-and-out facelift for the 2022 model year, but the new turbocharged engine and drivetrain for 2023 bodes well with the new Compass’ on-road and off-road prowess. All the latest goodies have resulted in a mild price hike, but Jeep makes up for it with more safety tech and new standard features.

2023 Jeep Compass: What’s New"

The 2023 Jeep Compass has finally ditched the raucous and underpowered 2.4-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder of the previous model to make room for a new turbocharged powerplant. Under the hood is a 2.0-liter turbo engine that generates 200 horsepower and 221 lb-ft. of torque, a generous hike from the old mill’s 177 horsepower and 172 lb-ft. of torque.
Jeep claims the new turbo engine provides “outstanding fuel economy” with stop-start technology, fewer emissions, and quicker acceleration without revealing the actual numbers. The new engine connects to an eight-speed automatic gearbox that turns all four wheels using a Jeep Active Drive 4×4 drivetrain, now standard across the 2023 Compass lineup. Other changes include new 17-inch wheel designs for lower trim variants and an updated list of advanced safety technology.

2023 Jeep Compass: 2.0-liter direct injection turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine.

2023 Jeep Compass Safety Features

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