Jeep Compass 2024: Should You Buy One? | View
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- čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
- The Jeep Compass is a seven-year old, expensive, SUV that feels a bit unwieldy in the city. But Kartikeya finds out on MotorInc View, that its luxury quotient is very much in play and that what it lives for, is the highway.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Trapped In The City
01:07 Design & Size
02:28 Cabin Experience
04:06 Comfort & Space
05:28 In The City
06:55 On The Highway
09:05 Rough Roads
09:38 Safety
10:14 Verdict
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Price Tag - Hefty, Reliability - Not great, After Sales - Expensive, Sensible - NO, IS IT WORTH IT - YES
Compass exudes pure love for driving. The feeling you get when you just hold the keys in your hand is amazing. This is pure bliss and can't be explained.
Hullo MP! Do you have one? And, having had driven one - we get it! It is lovely in so many ways.
I own 2019 compass limited edition Diesel 2.0. It’s a beast, ride quality and handling and the car is a joy to ride. Except yearly service I haven’t faced any issues till date..
I own 5 th Anniversary Edition 4x4 Diesel and simply love each and every ride … it’s a drivers car. And Compass owner don’t care what others think of it.. ❤
After Polo and Punto this is best drivers car…
@@jiteshd3575 100 % agree 👍
If you are money-minded, American and German products are not for you, go buy Asian products, come to this side only if you have a hunger for precision and performance.
Many people are complaining about the pauses and pace in the speech of the Kartikeya Sir, however, that's an identity marker of the Motorinc, especially Motorinc View and that's how it differentiates from Motorinc First. As a linguist, I can't really explain how important those pauses are, how it has certain kind of effect on the listner / viewer in this case. The content feels something not from the herd of sheep. Keep up the good work Motorinc.
Hullo SG! Thanks so much for your feedback. And really glad to know about your interest! Would be awesome to know more about what you do! Thanks.
As a linguist*
@@rohitrai2000you can forgive him for that.. Typos can happen to anyone...
@@NemysisPrime I don't actually care. Just found it funny
@@rohitrai2000 thanks for correcting! Much appreciated
THE VERY FIRST CHANNEL WHO MENTIONED "Independent Rear Suspension"!
Kudos to that alone guys.
I am so proud of you guys for this style of presentation.
Thanks for watching FIR!
@@motorincGalvanised steel
With FSD dampers
Driving the compass for past 3 years. Have bagged 50k+ kms. Its an absolute beauty. Best highway ride i have ever experienced. Service for me has been really good so far. No complaints
Fantastic! Which city are you from? And would you give your dealership a shout out here? Would be helpful for others there!
I have been driving the Compass 4x4 S now for almost 3 years and had got it just after its mid life update. Over these 3 years (almost 50k) I have taken it to the most remotest of places in the country and some of the most challenging off roads as well. The advice from friends and people in general after seeing the car and proposition of doing these routes is of apprehension- “luxury car hai, kharab ho jayegi” but trust me, this SUV is so real that it can move mountains on a Sunday and then when you go back to your metropolitan life on Monday, is one of the smartest and most comfortable cars in any corporate car parks.
Long highway rides are simply DNA for this vehicle and rarely have I felt any fatigue on my regular by monthly run to my hometown 650kms away. Truly outstanding.
It’s a lot of money but it’s for that quality and safety. I have the green colour and I call it a tank, it probably is one.
😊
Places visited-
Laddakh, Nelong, Manali, Munsiyari, Kashmir, Chitkul, Darma, Binsar, Spiti, Harshil, Chanshal, Sankri, etc etc etc
Hey A! Awesome to have that update! That’s an enviably long list of destinations. 😁
Bhai, apne hi iss gaadi paise wasool kiye h!
@@anand3033 thank you bro. Gurgaon allows diesels for only 10 years, have to make the most of them 😇
I have named mine “Tank” as well.
I own Night Eagle Diesel Manual 2022.
Its ❤️
Not always.. there are situations where the off roadability is challenged like any suv( have seem few cases).
Reliability is inconsistent.
No doubt its a good buy if someone knows about cars technically for all others hyundais and kias will do the job.
Perhaps manufacturers should option expensive features such as ADAS and sunroofs. Consumers should have a choice of opting out. It’s irritating how these features are shoved down your throat every time you want to buy a top of the line vehicle.
In that sense, the compass is a gemstone. ☺️
+1 Gazillion
But then we have reviewers complain about number of variants. TLDR - You cannot satisfy anyone and companies should abandon variant system altogether and go for car configurator model
Kudos Tata for offering choice of Sunroof and ADAS separately
Honestly.. Indian road does not need either ... Sun roof is not ideal for Indian weather .... and ADAS needs lanes + disciplined driving which is not present ... Compass offers much better needed features ... with 50+ safety features ... it is a more sensible car to buy ..
No one opts for them. Non-abs, non-air bag versions were selling more than the ones with them, untill they are made compulsory. I think out of all ADAS features lane departure warning, emergency braking are the only ones needed.
1.i was eagerly waiting for The compass to be reviewed by Motorinc.
2.Have been driving the compass since 4 years now, no complaints at all but yes definitely they can open up more service centers with faster response!! What a beauty it is to drive.
Hullo PB! Thanks for that! Love hearing about your cars.
How is running and maintenance cost going?.
@@RAXITH_playz 1st 3 years were free anyways and they did cover it really well. All expenses paid. The 4th service was a major one with recommended changes costed me 24k and after that it's been really really naiiiceee. I did 45k so far, the Firestones need to be changed.
@@priyaranjanbidhar5912 thank you for your honest response.. really appreciate ☺️
We own the facelift compass. It has been an absolutely amazing experience for the past 3 years. I’ve done 12 hour drives to my native place so many times on it. It is a perfect highway cruiser. Even took it mild off-road, walks through it with ease.
In terms of service it’s been a mixed experience. Basic maintenance and scheduled services are a breeze. But if any specific work is there then first it is a little on the expensive side and secondly it took some time to get the car back. Coming from the old fortuner the service part was something that felt inferior for sure.
But all in all a must try if anyone is looking in this price range and travels long frequently.
Thanks Atharv! Awesome to know about your experience with the Compass.
Bruv 1.25-1.5x playback speed.
Definitely 1.25 for 😂
He's literally speaking each word and then adding a 2 sec pause 😂
How’s it at 1.5x?
@@motorinc 1.5x It feels natural. 👍
1.25 at voice is like natural
I still remember when i heard when Compass was launched. The face of American Giant and the quality and pricing backing its proposition as well. This led to bigger manufacturers into the marketing campaign likes of Vocal for Local. It really was a time then whereas now its just who has the biggest car in the sub 20 lakh budget. But the smuggness of drivers in Compass is bang on. I have never seen a non smug compass driver ever. Awesome job MotorInc Team.
😃
Trust me compass didn’t do that much. It’s a great car but perfect for people who suck up to anything that’s American. No big manufacturers were running vocal for local campaigns. I would love for you to show me those campaigns. Chrysler is known for its worst reliability and keep this compass has worst resale value. I bought this brand new for 36k and had to sell it for 20k in just two years. It’s a shit box that’s drives amazing.
Moral of the story: Operation Success, but patient dead
What! 😆
What a good reply 😂 👍🏻👏🏻
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this reply is gold! 🤣 can't be summerized in a better way.
Didn’t get it
In my ownership of my 2019 compass limited plus 4x4 diesel manual, the extended warranty has been the true MVP. The car requires frequent maintenance and maintenance is (very) expensive. Parts are expensive, wait times are long, and the labour is expensive-er still.
It's a high quality product which rewards the keen driver, highlights the ignorant and complacent ones.
You have to pay attention. There are rattles from the panaromic sunroof and the dashboard. The car is surprisingly competent in mud and sand. The sharp 18" alloys are eye-catching but limits AT tire options. Not the most easy in the city. The clutch is heavy and can catch new drivers with its engagement. Solid package for luxury seeking adventurous people.
Hullo AG! Thanks for the update! Glad to hear someone took their Compass off-roading! 😁
Bought a Compass in 2022. I fall in love with the car every time I get behind the wheel. It's heavy on the wallet to run since I have a Petrol model and the service is expensive, but boy oh boy, it's worth every penny. Driving it on the highway instantly puts a grin on my face and honestly, it's not bad in the city. This is probably the best driving experience a compact SUV can offer south of Q3 / X1.
Heya Vineet! Thanks for sharing that with us!
After 1year 7 mm ontha of ownership of a model S and having clocked 60000 kms .. so far no real issues with the service or the vehicle.. loving every moment of this awesome vehicle
I waited and waited for Jeep review but it didn’t happen on Motor Inc and just when I got myself a Meridian last month, it happens! Thankfully I got it for touring and that stands validated,
Thanks Karthik for showering your attention to Jeep finally.
Hey AT! Sorry we couldn’t meet your timeline. But, we are happy to hear about the new car in the family! Wish you awesome trips with it.
Thanks Kartikeya! Your channel is the best thing that has happened to me who has been looking at various car reviews from past 2 years! Wish you and Shumi continued success
What a beautifully shot video. Presentation and the information shared are topnotch as always. This made my day as a Compass owner and I wholeheartedly agree to all the positives and negatives shared.
I bought my Compass MT back in 2021 when the face-lift was announced. XUV 700 wasn't launched back then and he only other cars I had considered were Harrier and Tucson (pre face lift). One long test drive is all it took for me to fall in love. I knew I what I was getting into. Car is an emotion for lot of us and Compass may not be "value for money" but it'll keep you happy for a decade. You'll be smiling even on days where you have covered a thousand kilometres. I know design is a personal preference but I feel design of the Compass is timeless and classy and will not feel outdated any time soon.
I have a ‘22, so no turbo. And that’s what i was saying about mine, not much for city driving, and more for the outdoors. I live in Canada, and i love this car in the winter. Driving through a snow storm is something else.
Also, no problems at all, maybe I’m just lucky, but hopefully it can stay that way. But Jeep has been proving to me that I made a good choice.
Great review. All relevant facets are well covered.
I have been driving my 6.5 years old diesel JC for more than 1.07lakh km.
Mostly highway driving. Fuel efficiency is 17-18 kmpl when you drive within speeds of 80-110 kmph. Pricing was attractive when it was launched.
When you drive a Jeep, it's not about the destination. It's about the journey. Absolutely love driving this beast. No complaints at all. The vehicle feels as good as new even now!!
Thanks for sharing! Awesome to hear that!
Please share your experience regarding service/maintenance as I want to buy one but worrying about long term maintenance cost.
I own a 2022 Compass Petrol Limited (O). And yes, it is pricey. We were considering other options like the Kushaq and Seltos and it was a big jump in price in comparison. But we looked at it this way. My family owns and uses each car for 8-10 years at least. Over those 10 years, the price difference seems less of a burden. And we get a better built, better quality and overall better feeling car for those 10 years.
As for the service, we have been Fiat owners for the past 12 years, and we were lucky enough to have a friendly, prompt service centre close to our home. So the service experience has been quick and hassle free, a bit pricey though. If you have a good service centre near your home, you're gold. If not, may god give you the patience of finding and dealing with one.
This has been the case with all Fiat / Jeep products though. Great products, but anything after the initial purchase has been a gamble.
You are suffering from owner's remorse.
Thanks so much Manan! That is very helpful for us and for other viewers too.
@@MARKCRASTO Not at all. We absolutely love the car. It's pricey, but the quality and feel-good fa tor are brilliant. It's a joy to drive as well!
This is the most alluring automobile review I've ever heard ❤
Jeep life is the sweet life. No words can describe it. Let me still try... Jeep represents more than just a mode of transportation-it's a lifestyle, a symbol of independence, and a testament to the spirit of adventure. With it's iconic design, legendary capability, and enduring legacy, Jeep continues to inspire. Rugged yet stylish exterior, generous ground clearance, well appointed cabin with comfortable seating, high quality materials, touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto, and the rest are physical buttons (easy to operate). What more could an enthusiast ask for? It's worth every penny. Though it has it's cons too, but everything can be ignored when you LOVE someone. I am living the Jeep life. Cheers!!
Play at 1.5 x
Finally, JC featured in Motoinc. Thanks Kartikeya!
Hello! Glad to have it.
Hi, I'm a compass owner for last 2 years. Your review was spot on! There is lack of damping in boot and engine. It's low frequency noise bugs you in city, but the overall feel makes up for it.
Thanks for sharing that J! That’s awesome of you!
Even if people complaint about Kartik pausing often its much more therapeutic and actually it feels really nice to watch such contents. I love your work kartik, Shumi and motorinc. i hope you continue to keep providing such good content :)
Hullo A! Glad to hear from you and thanks for the encouragement. Going to pass it on to K.
Almost a year ago CarExpert(Australia) did an off-road test comparing various cars and found that Compass (trail hawk) chassis is not rigid. And also Compass failed to climb a small hill because of 4x4 system overheating. I think this is only a urban vehicle. (But, Hyundai Tucson passed all those tests 🤷)
Thanks for that update! We didn’t test its off-road capabilities specifically as in our experience most people are not going to go dune-bashing with it. But, that’s an idea now…
Love this new channel.
Shear pleasure.
Nice keep it up.😊
Thank you so much 😀
Bought the facelift one on 2021. Experience was top notch. You have ample power when you need it and good driving dynamics for a suv. Service is expensive so buy only if you can afford it. If anyone looking something in this segment give a test drive you won’t be disappointed.
Awesome RWT! That’s heartening.
@motorinc Being inclined towards compact suv i am struggling to make a decision between creta and seltos with NA engine 7:42 with mt ... Which would be better choice considering look, interior, drive on highwsy most of the time. Budget 20 lacs max
Hello SS! The engines will feel the same in both. The creta’s advantage is better backseat comfort. The Kia’s advantage is the cooler looking cabin. You could pick either, easily. Hyundai seems to tune their suspension a bit better compared to the Seltos - so without having driven their updated versions together it is hard to say for sure - but it is safe to assume the Creta would be a it more comfortable because of that too. Keep us posted please!
i found my compass manual Diesel 4x4 LP purpose on day one it's 2019 model manual ( loves to drive in Bangalore traffic too ) did 1L plus Km and proud of it your video shared in my family group and it was a drop folks who use to say bla bla bla bla all slient !
thank you for being our voices
regarding services I have multiple option in banagalore outside of the showroom and guess what did stage 1 tuning as well and happy to see it touces 210+ kmph without hassle
I am seriously considering 2024 compass 9AT. Many said that gearbox is lazy and sluggish. I drove mainly on highways and less in city. I might not takeout car for several months. Will MT will be good fit ? Will it overcomes the lazy character of AT? Please suggest.
Have been driving the 2021 facelift, model s 4x4, and it’s a pure joy to drive on the highways, rough roads or no roads. I never got stuck anywhere, despite extremely heavy rains last year in Himachal, when I had water inside the car, it kept going, only to malfunction (electrics) after I reached home 12 hours later. And frankly I find it easy to drive in city traffic as well or maybe that’s because I am used to it by now. Only 2 downsides however, firstly, too many punctures. Even after shifting from Bridgestone to Pirelli scorpion (don’t know if it’s a car issue, Indian roads issue or my luck issue). Secondly, nearest service station is 60 km away. Everything else is very good in this car and it’s a very tough little SUV.
Driving a Compass Petrol since 2019 and I agree with the views of MotorInc.
Is it Expensive? Very.
Is it Reliable? No.
Is the Customer Service Experience Good? As far as I can speak for Landmark Jeep based in Delhi, HELL NO.
But is it damn good to drive? HELL YEAH.
And that pretty much sums the Compass. To anyone buying it, if you take your car out on the highways often, this is the car for you.
For everyone else, there are other options in the market they can explore.
Thanks MotorInc for this amazing video, Cheers. And Eid Mubarak to you guys.
Eid Mubarak to you and the fam too! And, thank you.
It's a awesome machine drove it for 6 yrs n 98k ....in love with it
Good to hear! Thanks for letting us know TS!
Having owned the Fiat Palio and then the Linea T jet , we had almost decided to buy the Jeep Compass . However the 2024
version didn’t appeal as we thought some cost cutting done and the quite pricey. Still it was on our list until we test drove the Taigun GT+. The DSG and the overall design coupled with product knowledge of VW team changed our decision in favour of Taigun GT +.
Since the Fiat days I notice that the sales team aren’t selling the car aggressively by showcasing the features and not at all eager to convince the buyer.
Not used to listening to u and shumi speak so patiently. But loving the new style, keep up 😊
Kartikeya sir, this has been an absolutely brilliant video, couldn't agree more to every single point mentioned. As someone who has a Compass in the family, each aspect of this review hit the mark! The Compass is definitely NOT a city car, the engine simply isn't suited for it. Moreover, it gets really rough over time. I have a 2021 Compass manual in the Limited trim, and the car really does struggle in heavy traffic. But once you hit the highway, it's a completely different story because that engine just opens up and drops heaps of power and torque that make cruising simply lovely. Furthermore, the interior experience described by you is 100% accurate, the cabin is creepily quiet, bar the tires, they are a pain for sure, and some of the first batches of the 21' Compass did have issues with them in the start. However, they do last long and can handle some light off-roading. As for safety, my family and I couldn't really ask for more because the car has everything we need! 6 airbags, ESP, TC, the works, and the renowned chassis and frame. As for the suspension, my goodness it's rough at low speeds but it makes a full 180 when the car goes above say, 50 kph, and then the experience is terrific.
Unfortunately, Jeep's after-sales experience is a joke, my car has gone in at least 5 times now, some for routine checkups, and some for manufacturing issues. All i'll say is that it may or may not be a deal-breaker if someone is considering buying the Compass for sure. But yes, apologies for the humongous comment. Thank you for this review, keep it up, and I can't wait to see more!!
Hullo Siddhant! Awesome to hear about your Compass and your family. Wish you all great journeys with it. Although the service aspect is the big disappointment. Thank you for sharing!
@@motorinc Omg hi! More than happy to share about our experience, and thank you! I also definitely do hope that Jeep improves the customer experience.
I know this maybe isn't the place to ask, but when could we expect the new season of this-connect to drop, i've just listened/watched thru the whole 1st season again a few days back, was hoping to know when the 2nd season is coming along. Ooh and as always fantastic re-view (hehe) Karthikeya, top notch visuals, editing and sound design Team Motorinc!
Hullo GR! First - hugs man! Thanks for the patience. It’s going to happen soon-ish. 😬 Not gonna promise more.
@@motorinc Haha all cool, can't wait, will try to be patient though. Keep up the great work!
Thanks @motorinc for being blunt on the pricing. I've been a prospective compass owner since the day of launch and have recommended it to so so many people. But in 2022, when I went for TDs with my uncle, the compass was so far more expensive that we didn't even bother with a TD.
Thank you for joining in the conversation! 🙏🏾 Always heartening to hear from you!
TD would have been disastrous. You could have ended up buying it. Happened to me in 2022. Harrier to Compass😊
But not a pinch of regret
Love the review! I own one and apart from the ASS I enjoy every bit of it. Would’ve appreciated if you mentioned the facelift trailhawk as well which I think was on sale for a couple of months. I own one and that solved the issue of front bumper lip scraping with a lot of other add-ons like suspension lift and under body metal protection
Compass vs Tiguan which one should i go for as I am looking for a family tourer for 4 which can handle light off-road
Been driving A 2.0 Diesel for little over past 2 yrs. An MT. And by far the most stable and fun drivers SUV on Indian Highways. So So much fun to take it to my hometown back in Delhi and Jaipur from Banglore. And so many times, with the entire family. 2 adults and 2 dogs. They all love it. More over, she has gone to happy trails to Sikkim, entire circuit, and Leh. And she is the only Compass in India which was driven to Leh Circuit with only a human and a dog companion. No fuss, no drama. Ate the Himalayan terrain like it’s a routine course. Complete blogs there on Team BHP. And mine isn’t even a 4x4. The capabilities of 4x2 are beyond what one will use for 95% of their lifetime. If you are a highway muncher.. and love getting out this is the best car you will thoroughly enjoy. Costly, yes, spares and services costly, may be. Satisfaction index… a 100%, highway mannerism, top notch. And for the city too, the reason to pick this against the bigger fortunes and endeavours is the more manageable size. I do city commute too and she’s much manageable there too. So in my span of 2 yrs and so, my 2.0 MT D had been a peach. And many more long distances to cover. Don’t think too much… just Get Out !! 😂
great review bro .. will buy it for sure..
I sold my LR discovery and bought the Compass Model S 4x4 and I am in Love. The ride quality is great, brakes are awesome. The 4x4 system is very capable. The after sales service at Jeep Siliguri is impressive and quick.
Great to hear! Thank you for letting us know! And congratulations! Would love to hear more.
@@motorinc excellent vlogs .. a like and sub to your channel and thank you.
As always, Kartikeya's story telling is very interesting. Kudos to team MotorInc 👌
Thanks so much for your time and encouragement WZ!
I have the 1st choice (pickup)and the 2nd is Compass I wish my manifestation comes to fruition soon.
Great job Sir Karthik.
All the best CH! Keep us posted! Would love to know when it happens.
@@motorinc will definitely do that! Thank you 🙏
Im a Ecosport owner nd a person asked me
( what is perfect upgrade of ECOSPORT.. ) i said *Compass*
this car is beauty ❤
Power 💯
Comfort 💯
Handling 💯
Quality 💯
Brand value 💯
Stability 💯
Is goes 200 easily 🔥
Glad to know about your Ecosport! Wish you awesome times!
Exactly! I can feel you!!
I've been a Ecosport guy for 4 years n while upgrading, there weren't much second thoughts. Upgraded to model S 4x4. 9 months 10k kms and it's good❤
I have a Jeep Compass Sport Diesel MT, Sep 22 model. It has TPMS so it is not exclusive to top variant. But I completely agree that this car is not meant for city use. I use it as secondary car for highways and countryside. That is where it shines. I have driven it on really bad roads, under construction or missing roads and it really is worth the money there. Even after driving 400 kms, I don’t feel like stopping. Only negative for me is the AC which struggles in summers unless you put the fan to high speed where it gets noisy.
Yep! The AC gets quite loud on the highest setting. And glad to hear about your drives. 🙏🏾
bro, not meant for city use. but why bro can you explain a little ? i am planning to buy the diesel version of this for both city n highway use... currently driving ford figo diesel
@@sarwara3973 The car is not meant for stop-and-go driving. You won't enjoy the drive in bumper-to-bumper traffic because the turbo engine will be rendered useless. Mileage will be disappointing too. Remember that 2.0 Turbo engine is like a 2.5 non-turbo engine but only if turbo is engaged.
You reply to almost all the comments. So very professional. Good, keep it up!!!
I have always argued that JC is comparable with the big three german's entry level cars. JC should not be compared with creta,seltos and so on...
😂😂😂🤡🤡🤡
Have a Model S , same version but manual. Incredible cabin experience. Compass lives 120% to the tagline: Go Anywhere, Do Anything! Never had to think twice about - can we do this road, hill, incline, ditch or city road. Its actually quite good in bad traffic as well. Last 1 year in Bangalore city and its handled the traffic like a it does the offroad. Pure experience. Only challenge- Jeep has one of the worst service experiences, especially in the city of Pune
Hullo Saurav, thanks for the take. Would love to try the manual too. It’s been a while!
Meridian owner here. Bang on review! It’s NOT a city car. On the highways it’s a beast. Designed to munch miles while keeping everyone in the cabin happy. I’ve done Bangalore to Kashmir in my Meridian and loved every bit of it. The suspension is the highlight of this SUV. It has the magic carpet ride and it just decimates the bad roads. I use a small EV for city commute so don’t have to worry about the Jeeps shortcomings as a city car.
Hullo AD! Great to hear from you! Thanks so much for sharing your life with the Meridian with us.
I think I saw your online column before getting the meridian myself.
@@abhinavtripathi3064 the column on teambhp? Did you buy from PPS Jeep?
Been a fan of Compass since the Trailhawk version. Always in my bucketlist!
You guys just nailed it,what a story telling 👌
Hey PR! Thanks so much! ❤️
This sort of presentation helps me understand and process what's being said so much better.. were all different ppl.. this is borderline therapeutic for me, as well as I can actually absorb most info 😌💙
Hi BFB! Thanks so much for sharing how you felt! Enjoyed it.
So well said. Best review ever.
Hey Ashu! Good to see you here! 😁
Beautiful tribute to the Jeep. I am tempted to go in for one. In January 2025. Pre-owned one , of course. The gentleman makes no mistakes in his presentation.
Glad you enjoyed it @robertgnanamony1251. Be sure to check out S01E12 of ThisConnect if you get any questions about buying used.
Cars have become expensive....my pre face-lift 2020 Oct 4x4 Manual Diesel top end cost me 27.11 on rd Mumbai n that was 3.7 lacs over the Harrier then because this was also a 4x4....Totally worth it and a great experience so far with 60k on the odo
We had a Fiat UNO back in the day and….it was a Tank!!🗿 And now I have a Compass..the “meditation session” was a bang on!! The Compass surely does have a Zen soul.🧘
Awesome to hear you are getting that vibe too! May you have awesome travels!
we have a 6 year old jeep compass. it is so smooth on highway that sometimes we don't realize we are way over speed limit until we see the meter.
Oh yeah! We get that!
You have explained the cons with so much elegance that we have to rethink, are those really cons or pros.
I own 2023 , S Model Diesel , Manual , it’s a beast of a car , the confidence which it gives to drive is immaculate and the power is so crazy you won’t notice that you are over speeding and interiors are classy , I had shortlisted harrier too but their interiors and materials in the cabin didn’t satisfy me , with independent suspension ride takes can take a nap like baby on the bad roads as well , I’m a happy customer since 2 years 😊
Thanks for letting us know Harsh!
The only thing I looked forward to after a long day at work is the one hour drive back from office to home. Mekes everything feel good everytime 👍
The experience that Compass offers is not in the features but in the feels of a car, the moment you close the gate you feel the acoustic glass doing it's work all the external noise is muffled the feel of the soft plastics all around the interior, perfect leather stitching and when you are on the highway it just feels so planted in comparison XUV while having a softer suspension Xuv was all over the place and a bit scary, so the price i think is worth it as the ride quality of Compass compares to BMW , Mercedes level but at half the price and the best thing is that it's Made in India. Service experience is good for people living in major cities just tell them to do a basic service and don't let them add unwanted stuff that is not required.
@motorInc How sure are you regarding TPMS feature (tyre pressure monitoring system) being exclusive to the top end Version? The brochure on the website says it's standard across all Compass versions.
We’ll double check. Thanks for asking!
@@motorincexpect sports and longitude, all has it
Current Compass owner and ex skoda owner.Surprisingly compass is a reliable yet very costly vehicle to maintain. Service cost past 1lakh kms is min 40K, but it doesn’t break down like the skoda i had used.extremely well built except for slight body roll.I would still say that Toyota is a better option overall
Dynamic brake control and steering control! Not many people know. Saved me once from changing direction when car jumped from an incline
Even though the video is all about diesel engine, for me, petrol engine is much quieter and never have left any scarcity of power or eagerness to achieve 3 digit speeds. In love with it madly. ❤
And for all of my colleagues, friends who criticized my decision in 2019, my only answer was that I have bought it for highways and not for the city and they all laughed it off....thanks for Karthik that he reinforced my thought. Thank you...😊
Sensual way of describing how good a car is
🥵 Karthik does it right 🙂↔️
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It’s always astounded me how the compass went from 14L ex showroom to almost twice that in a few years.
Is that why we’re seeing fewer of them on road?
You can thank our lovely government 😊
Yes and also because it's a very unreliable and costly machine to maintain product
They also did away with the petrol and they improved the cabin and equipment. Which only partly justifies the price rise. 30L is just crazy.
My cousin owns one. He did its 5 year service/75000kms, bill came to 65k!! that's some expensive machine to maintain.
Hello Varun! Thanks for the update! That is steep by regular car standards for sure. What do you drive?
This video is so calming to watch.
Glad to hear that! Thanks for taking time to write in!
Motorinc, what is your opinion of Stellantis. Do the cars hold up well in the long term?
I own the 2022 Compass Petrol Limited, and have driven roughly 30k kms, where majority has been the highway. Its a drivers car.
Steering feel is unmatched. The stability on the road is unmatched. Suspension, better than many of the peers... and the kick you get when you press your foot down on the pedal!!
Some people do compare prices with the Seltos and Creta, but i personally feel the facelifted version of 2021 is a true gem.
The exterior although simple and similar to the previous, still looks better than 3 generation upgrades of a lot of competitors :)
The interiors is something which many car manufacturers are loosely copying with those straight line running through. The touch and feel is always premium and no tacky switches. In the limited, the 360 camera and TPMS is missing, however i never felt the need for that.
Having said that, the after sales is not good, especially in certain cities. Parts are moderately expensive.. But then..nobody would buy a Compass for 'kitna deti hai'.. isnt it?
Hullo SB!
The interior point is OP! And glad to hear you are enjoying your time with it.
I have few questions to Compass owners.
1. How’s passengers comfort?
2. What about rattling noise?
3. How hard is clutch for the tight traffic cities like Bengaluru?
One more question to car enthusiasts. How about buying a good sedan ?
Is ground clearance for Indian roads is still a concern?
@@ManoharRR 1. Passenger comfort - the seats are good quality leather seats with a little hard cushioning, if you compare to Harrier, Seltos. The rear seats have two protruding parts just near the underthigh which helps a lot for the underthigh support. Enough space between legs and front seats. Four people very comfy. 5 can also manage.
2. Rattling noise - thats something not every jeep owner experiences. It was a problem with certain 2021 models. Ive read a lot on the forums that people did a lot of felt linings inside and near the wiring to reduce/ get rid of that.
3. I own a DCT 7 speed, so cant say much about the clutch. What i have heard is its moderately hard.
Hope that helps ! :)
Best SUV without a doubt but in 2017 a top end compass came at 25 lakh on road, today the same SUV with the same engine costs 40 lakhs on road.
It has gone to next segment the 40 lakhs mid size suv which has few takers.
Moreover competition has really improved with Cars like Tata Harrier , Safari , XUV , ScorpioN, Seltos offering everything for a variety of buyers.
Pricing along with that rear bench are the only reasons we see so few of these on road, but when you see one in red with a black roof it still puts a smile on your face.❤It.
I was waiting for this Jeep Compass thanks for making kindly make same video on Meridian also.
Noted! Thank you for waiting!
Guys love the videos!
Please let me know if you will be doing a virtus review? I'm eagerly waiting.
We would love to! Thanks for the reminder.
Fantastic review !! You have nailed the pros and cons. My Compass is due for a tyre replacement. I want more grip tyres with lesser road noise. Any suggestions?
There are options in MRF- Markus and ZLO. Which would be the first ones we would check. Michelin and Vredestein have same size options too.
My apologies ! I should have mentioned earlier. I have a petrol Auto. Tyre size is 225/60R17. Should I still consider MRF ?
The car is great for city and highway. Service experience over the last two years has been good. Overall love the car, ownership experience and ability to drive over any road or in some cases no roads.
Now that is awesome to know. Please shout out for your dealership/service centre! It will be helpful for others too.
Beautifully done, like always ❤
Hey Daksh! ❤️
@@motorinc
Clearly there are mixed opinions about the presenter's speaking styles but this is how most experienced orators speak on the subject they an expert at.
It may feel different when these 2 talk with each other in something like Motorinc First but that is only because it's more conversation oriented and I doubt there is a script involved which gives more freedom and relaxation.
But in something like this or Spark for instance where the presenter speaks directly at the camera there is definitely a script involved and in order to ensure that the said words are delivered properly our mind subconsciously makes us more careful while adapting to the way we want to speak. Pauses are the way to show the importance of the point anyway.
Every presenter does that. Some more than the others and at different paces but everyone does.
Thank you Motorinc.
Thanks so much V! Appreciate it!
I remember when I was planning to buy the sport edition the on road price was nearing 25 with only two airbags was eye watering however fit finish inside was superior than most
Hullo SM! Agreed… the sense of quality is very German.
We have the 2023 Compass 1.4 L Petrol Engine with 7 speed DCT and we simply love it! It was sad seeing this engine depart after BS 6 Phase 2 norms..
For 31L we dont have any complains about it and have already clocked over 20k km even tho the use is 80% in city!
Hullo US! Thanks so much for pitching in. You are the first petrol owner in the comments. We think 😃. Happy to know you are happy with it. How’s the service been?
A Former Compass owner, now Tata Safari Top Model Owner.
I had the pleasure of driving the Compass for 5 years before I changed to the Safari. It was a magnificent vehicle at its price tag. No gimmicks, only performance.
But we Indians always look for something extra. The reason for Jeeps downfall is they have introduced changes only after their competitors did, making the customer feel cheated.
A Seltos with everything but a little less performance is more appealing to the customer than spec less Compass.
This is the sole reason I changed to a full spec Tata Safari top model.
Hullo MK! Thanks for the peek into your garage and garage decisions. 😃 How’s the Safari been? How long have you had it?
Can you guys do a video on Hector? Ik people say it's mileage and all but it's a really a great car and only you can actually tell people apparently cuz us owners can't make descriptions like you
I know it's not the right comment section to talk about a bike but what are your thoughts on Jawa 42 bobber... Just in terms of bobber-ness I mean.
I think its much better bobber than shotgun but I'd like your opinion on this.
Different categories from a performance and price standpoint. Also, Jawa’s reliability factor is poor. Which makes it harder to recommend.
yes am a super fan of the 4x4 Diesel , the BS6 variant has the power delivery too linear with this Automatic gearbox , that feel for the initial torque is no longer there. My 4x4 Yeti still delivers better power than the compass. But yes the suspension is point on when we take it out on patchy and bad roads. Need to keep looking for a replacement atleast in a year or 2 to come. Will keep watching you guys for anything that's tempting to be tried and tested.
You have a Yeti 4x4! 😍 AT?
@@motorinc i wish it was with a DSG but no its a 7 speed manual (6+1R) still equal fun
Can you update on compass gear box issues?
Amazing review, had a visit last to the jeep showroom last month,.my friend took a test drive and loved the handling and other stuff.
One thing matters here apart from other SUV irrespective of an international brand is it's price point. I still feel it's 5L more than what we are getting in the market. 5L extra for feel, extra wait for spare parts, below average service (only one service and only one showroom in pune as of now), 5L extra for getting that brand under us, and 5L extra for clumsy city drive?
Hence BOOKED SAFARI FACELIFT and its worth every penny !!!!
When is the delivery?! 🎉
In a month Sir, what do you think did we make a right choice ?
It is a beautiful car. However, the reliability and ASS aspect is the worrying part. It’s too hot and miss for us to recommend easily. We hope your experience is good. Please keep us posted!
That ASS-pect twitched my ass for sure...sure will keep you posted.
One recomendation from me RE Himmy Vs Triumph Speed 400x Vs KTM 390 Adv 2024 model. That the only close competitors currently now.
Shumi might be already thinking of this I guess.
I was a Compass owner. It has great build quality (in a crazy accident where a motorcycle rammed into the driver door at high speed and I did not feel a thing), loves the highways, is a pain to drive in the city, and has a fabulous diesel engine. Done many out of town trips in it, with the longest being a Pune-Ladakh-Pune roundtrip of 6500kms over 23 days.
I had it for 5 years and sold it just a week before its extended warranty expired. Simply because there was too much unreliability about parts and when they will break down. And when they do, replacement/repair is prohibitively expensive. Buy it only if you think 30+ lacs is small change for you, you are going to spend a lot of time on the highways, and like to do some [minor] off-roading.
Thanks for sharing your experience @ujvalnanavati6774!
You’re awesome again ! When I bought my Compass Petrol top variant Pre face lift, they said it was the best deal for urban users which it was ! And they removed it
Hello! Sorry about the late reply. Super happy to know that. But, isn’t it thirsty?
@@motorinc ya so there was a ₹ 5 Lacs difference in the same variant in Diesel & my run is usually 5 - 10 Km. in the mid of the city usually so calculating if to utilise that amount I needed to keep it really long to then justify the cause ideally na ! Even your i20 N Line review was like this & helped me to pick it up just before the so called costlier facelift haha.
Absolutely gem for the highways, feedback from proud owner
Oh yeah! That is totally a sweet spot!
I have a model s 4x4 and absolutely love it. Once you get in there is no way out 😅 it's been two years and absolutely no issues with rattling or have mechanical issues. As good as a Toyota. Fingers crossed
Good to know! That is a happy message. Thank you! And hope your garage stays happy and healthy for ages to come! 😁
My compass ABS sensors have failed so many times I don’t even keep a count. Apart from that rattles from dashboard and shoddy service is a real pain.
☹️ Sorry to hear that!
Now that it came to my notice, Indeed it has been 7 proud years of owning this beast. May it be driving in mountains or travelling from North to South of India and back, it's been a sheer pleasure. I can't agree more with how Mr. Kartikey defines this car. The engine is indeed a beast. With all 5 seats occupied, and the boot stuffed to the Top still, you won't feel the slightest of twitch in the performance. The build quality is superb, the seats as rightly said are made in such a way that you won't feel tired even after driving the car for 700KM in a single stretch. During the launch, obviously the updates as we see in model S were not there, but it still had the right amount of everything.
Hi MM! Awesome to know about your garage and travels. We wish you awesome times with it!
I just love the compass. Its stance is perfect. It looks timeless. Its the only car after the polo that ages beautifully. You can just keep this vehicle for ages and it won’t feel outdated. Its the only vehicle of the sub 30L segment in my opinion that can be called a true blooded SUV cos it has a legacy and its fully capable ❤ But sadly back in the days it was around 15L ex showroom 😢 it suddenly went from vfm to expensive. Maybe cos of Creta and Seltos pricing. Its definitely much much superior. Kinda like a budget german SUV
Glad you like it! Planning to get one?
@@motorinc nope, my father in law owns one, but im not into cars much. However even if I was, it would be out of budget🥲
There’s one in the fam. So, why get another one. 😃
I've friends working in jeep service centers, they often talk about how expensive its spare parts are...and because its sold in such low numbers, they often change things that are completely fine as pressure from dealer is high to chrn more money from customers....to me thats the only fear that I am afraid of owning a Jeep....if Jepp fix this ....its definately one of the best...
@motorinc agree seriously its beautiful inside out and beastful to drive
7 years they didnt fix the so called advance 9 speed ZF autogear box, no fun
while i understand quality is miles ahead but never understood still why so pricey forget price comparison with others within its variants facelift longtiude and longtiude optional with sunriof difference is 3 lakhs and extras we get. is 1. Sunroof 2. Wireless charger and 3. Software.
There was very old video of jermy clarkson who breaksdown Buggati Veyrons parts cost from tyres to titainum bolts and ends up saying if we buy all of them and assemble its still cheap. But in jeep compass case i tried to figure out from 7 years i did not found the justification for its over pricing.
I so wanted to buy but ditched and bought harrier facelift .
If jeep contiunues like this they would defnitley "get out" of country and go back to their home, their marker share is less than 5%
When is ThisConnect Season 2 coming up, waiting for the in depth talks about newer engines and things going on in the industry rn
I know I'm going to get a lot of brickbats for this, tin can comments et al, but hey, id gotten my seltos before the crash test rating, based on ancap ratings.
Having driven a friend's compass diesel AT, vis a vis my seltos 1.4 gt dct; the compass felt......slow. The gearbox was slow to respond, and there seemed to be a lot of lag. Lots of vibrations on the steering too. The insulation though otherwise was much better than the seltos.
The suspension was BEAUTIFUL though, compared to the bone jarring ride of the Seltos.
@motorinc hi awesome review, enjoyed watching.. do review Jeep meridian too.. i own one its incredible..
The confidence this car gives on the highway is amazing. Strongly planted on the road, excellent grip, lots of power and torque on offer. Amazing stability.
Glad to hear from you! Which one do you have? Would love to have more deets.
@@motorinc Diesel 4x4 automatic in dark green colour.
Oh! That colour is 😍! Thanks for sharing. Wish you awesome travels!
The Compass is just a beast from another world, atleast the pre-facilifted one felt like it. With the facelift, I'm kinda reading a lot about the reliability concerns, which wasn't the case with the prefacelift version. Just do, let me know your thoughts on this guys.
Mind you, I still am a huge fan of the Compass.