2018 Jeep Compass Review
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
- A Jeep exudes a certain attitude that pulls them above other crossovers and cute-utes. Even this Compass seems more mature and capable because it looks like a Grand Cherokee that was left in the dryer for too long.
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In addition to the looks, that Jeep badge means that this Compass has to be rugged and ready for anything the world throws your way. But because of its market segment, the Compass also has to be a solid daily driver. Let's see if this Jeeplet can actually be a jack of all trades.
Now in its second generation, the new Compass is a huge departure from the old one and looks like the premium Grand Cherokee, which is a very good thing. The new look is great, and no one should be worried about being spotted in one of these cars, unlike the last model which was a bit bland and cheap looking.
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I have a 2018 Jeep Compass that I purchased with 29 miles on it. I didn’t even have the Jeep for 48 hours and it died at a stoplight. Although the dealership said it was a fluke because it was “too new” for any codes to show up. However almost a year later, dealerships have replaced several major parts and re-wired it, I still have a huge amount of electrical issues. Chrysler is unwilling to do anything about this Jeep. They said it’s all flukes even though I have given them videos and photos of all the electrical issues. When your emergency brake engages while driving, your backup camera does not turn on or off and the climate control system has a mind of its own and changes from heater to air conditioning. And the UConnect system glitching is an well known issue that Jeep and Chrysler know about and have not done anything to fix.
I have taken a cross country road trip and it was comfortable to drive but there is a lot of issues, like you said, with storage. As far as the cruise control, my Sport does have it and came standard in mine.
I think the redundant physical buttons are a big bonus - touch screens aren’t the best for quick basic climate adjustments while driving
In fact having important controls buried in software and a touchscreen is downright DANGEROUS.
Those redundant buttons are in case your screen goes black
And I'm grateful they put them there so you can easily access the really important things like climate and radio without going through endless menus of the infotainment system and getting distracted from driving.
I said the same thing 😂
Dude, seriously? Why the hell would you complain about physical controls for climate settings? Why include them? Because you can access them by feel while driving. You don't have to take your eyes off the road to navigate through menus and find the right spot on the touch screen to change your controls. It is way safer, easier, and more efficient to have the physical controls. You can also easily access them wearing gloves. If you are going to complain, then complain that the touch screen controls are redundant/not needed rather than the physical ones. Also, you just mentioned that the touch screen broke for a few days. Can you imagine how much worse that would have been if the only way to control the climate settings were via that broken touch screen? SMH
This is basic ergonomics. Having something as important as climate control buried in software should be illegal. So dangerous.
Right? Usually they complain about having to go through a touchscreen just to change the climate and wish they had physical buttons. Now this dude is complaining about there being buttons? Gimme a break!
I agree with you Sean. My 2016 Dodge Challenger has similar driver interfaces and controls as the Jeep . I love the knob controls that I can operate easily without even looking down . They are very well designed and feel great too . We had a Cadillac ATS that had no redundant controls....everything was through the damned screen that was hard to see due to glare and slow to respond to touch . Hated that damned system . FCA may be lagging on refinement in some areas but not with driver controls . They are great in that area .
That was the one thing i hated about the 200 was that there wasn't a way to work the climate controls without using the touchscreen
Agree
Just bought this car, no recalls found, still taking it to the dealer just to be safe. Wish me luck. Love how the car drives so far.
Took one of these for a ride today. Very nice capable vehicle with a good ride and quality interior. Uconnect is top notch. FCA is on the rise IMO. The RAM truck is the best in the business.
“The screen went black and then one day came back, also I want all controls in that screen”
Nah. If the screen goes out, your fucked.
Not sure why people are saying jeeps are unreliable, my mom has a 2015 jeep grand Cherokee yes it had some shifter problems but they did a update and its fixed, and still has it in 2018. I have a 2004 jeep grand Cherokee and its engine is strong as hell drove it all over the place
Josie my '04 went dead after 270k miles :(
Remember it’s a Compass. Just remember what it used to be to what it is now. Major upgrade.
I've had my for a couple hours and love everything my Jeep Compass.
Dustin from Stranger Things is all grown up!
The new Compass looks incredible especially with the black roof option. I will lease one when my current lease ends.
I do agree that Jeep needs to make spaces for storage more user friendly, the door pockets are almost worthless and there is no area for your phone.
Make the sunglasses storage standard, it's really needed. Every little cubby space helps.
I have the new generation compass 2017 latitude 4x4. I did not like the 9 speed transmission so i opted to get the 6 speed manual. It has been a great vehicle through 12,300 miles so far. No issues at all. I live in an area that get a lot of snow and drives through deep snow like its nothing. Great vehicle especially if you can drive manual. I've averaged 28.7mpg through all 12,300 miles including use of 4 wheel drive.
Jon-Scott Lutke I couldn't find the manual with leather. With kids, leather is so much easier to contend with accidental spilling of whatever. 🤣. But I wanted the manual because the 9-speed is so sluggish to me... I have the Trailhawk Compass.
You rather have a touch screen than physical buttons? You are just wrong
Is this guy still going through puberty
9 speed transmission get better after driving it for a bit. Learns how you drive. Adapted to my style.
Still holds up?
Mine too I just love my compass limited
Mines horrible and doesn’t know what to do at times, revs unexpectedly and bangs into gears sometimes, feeling like someone hit you from behind plus many others issues. Luckily it’s a lease and it goes back in seven months
So much better looking. Good choice by FCA to style it like the Grand Cherokee. 👍👏
Tbh i prefer using the buttons and knobs to operate the climate control than via the infotainment. In the video, you mentioned the infotainment suddenly glitches without warning, hence a good thing to have physical controls for the climate system. Not redundant at all like you make it out to be.
This is my current dream car I want it so bad
The Jeep Jeep Jeep Jeep Jeep part got me dead 😂😂😂😂
Jeep needs to use the 2.0L Turbo in this car and the Renegade.
or dump that 9 speed tranny.
They just need to get rid of the Renegade. It's so ugly.
Sami, one of your best videos so far! Keep it up man!
Because most people with a brain would rather operate the climate control through knobs instead of the infotainment center. Not sure what climate control has to do with infotainment. No idea why car manufactures continue to do stuff like that.
ya i was wondering that too
Important controls hidden within a touchscreen is a giant ergonomic FAIL. Good thing FCA didn't go that way--they need all the redeeming traits that they can get!
Because it's cheaper. And facebook-generation loves touchscreen and doesn't care about driving.
Thanks B Fielder for saving me the time of saying the same.
Yes, with a knob you can keep you eye on the road. Infotainment is an obvious safety hazard.
If only this car had a power train as good as it looks. Easily the best looking compact crossover.
My 18 sport is amazing on fuel and capable of the Canadian Winters
Its a shame that jeep has that crappy reliability, most of their cars looks so cool :(
Julio Coello yea. No kidding. FCA can’t get their reliability issues together
I've owned a 12' grand cherokee since new and it's been rock solid...still seems new. From what I hear, the Grands and the Wranglers are solid, but I'd prob stay away from anything below those two. It seem like they put all of the love into the flagships.
PTbench check the previous autoguide video including a Wrangler... The car died mid-test :)
Julio Coello Yo Julio have you ever owned a JEEP, or do you get all the info from consumer reports ? You look like the geek type person who comments on something they have never owned !
M M I own a TJ and I can't count the times I've been approached by strangers reporting nothing but problems with their JKs and poor dealer service...it's a shame really. Wranglers are unmatched fun...stick to the older ones with fewer electronics and they are totally worth it. Really leary of anything built by FCA these days.
Critical reviews are the best. Thank you.
Yep, we like ours! 18 Compass Latitude. Works for us.
My wife and I are financing a 2018 Jeep Compass latitude do you have any updates good or bad ? Any reviews or suggestions for care ? Plz and thank you
@@Yankeefann Well, we had an 18, 19 and a 20. 2 Latitudes, 1 Limited.. 20 model drove the best from a power stand point all same engines. We found them to be great vehicles. Great feel, quiet, good mpg. I am the wrong guy to ask about long term stuff. Wish I could help more.
JEEEEEEEP!
Just dropped my Durango off for some issues. They have given me a 2019 Compass... while it's not fast it is far from slow slow. For the size and price it's fine. For most people the interior is probably more than decent material and quality wise. Plus the features are really good! I am enjoying the one in driving so far.... I dont need a 3rd row just liked the Durangos looks. May consider a trailhawk compass in the months to come...
I wanna like Jeep, but my FCA based fears are still valid.
This guy is giving this jeep a bad review, these are nice cars with good storage space and nice interior what are expecting for this price. Really I think you should stop giving car reviews and stick to toys or garbage cans
additional hvac controls are great. why have to go into the screen when you can instantly just use the manual controls.
Thank you for your review!!!! This car is amazingg!! Im thinking about buying oneee!!! The sun roof is so cool!!!!!!
Wait, he complains about the redundancy of the climate buttons after he mentions that he can control the climate through the infotainment AFTER he said it glitches at time? Physical buttons for climate control is a must. Easier and safer than a damn touch screen
DUh
This is Sammy’s best work.
That "New 9 speed Automatic Transmission." is 6 years old.
Jeep’s look cool, but are NOT reliable. I have seen many 2018 Compasses back at the dealership with under 2,000 miles because of the extensive issues that they have, and that they are just not worth the cost, including someone I know personally.
thanks for the advice, i was really close to get one of those, thinking about toyota rav.
As an FCA fanboy they need to get rid of those 9 speeds. I'd get the manual Compass instead
Front-wheel-drive versions get a much more responsive 6-speed automatic. But then you have a front-wheel-drive Jeep, for which you shall be judged by all other Jeep owners.
I have an older 4runner that has been and still is solid. I love the look and the 4x4 features of this new Compass. I was impressed with jeep for a second. the interior however, just looks horrible and not comfortable. thats a bummer. comparing it to the LR2, i like the exterior of the compass better but the interior wins for the 2013 and newer LR2. If Mercedes GLK had brought the off road package to the US, then that would have been my go to but unfortunately they only kept that option in europe. best small suv 4x4 that ive found so far has been, surprisingly, the VW Toureg II with locking differentials and air suspension. Not crazy about the looks but its kind of a sleeper off road small suv if you can find one with the locking differential options. If jeep had just put some more time into this interior...
You should do an off road comparison between the Jeep and a Mazda CX-5
Physical climate controls are much appreciated! Why even implement them in the infotainment screen when they're built in?
For 34+grand it should have the 2.0 Turbo. I like the look, but the ancient 2.4 is a big turn-off. Then I come back to price- lower trims are better values for sure, but 34,000+, the Grand Cherokee Laredo with a couple of options is the better buy.
Unfortunately you have to exit your car to open the trunk 👎🏾
I have a 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk. It's 3 months old. This review is completely A.C.C.U.R.A.T.E. Don't get my wrong...my Jeep is very nice. I might enjoy it more if my dealership experience wasn't so bad. My salesman lacked product knowledge of my Jeep. I drove VWs for 17 years...and missing my Jetta. My sedan had more horsepower and torque than my Compass has now. The acceleration of my Compass is the most disappointing thing about it. For a 4-cylinder, the fuel economy is plain awful. I was told my Jeep has remote start by my salesman; found out that was false...🤦🏽♀️. It's my first 4x4!! It's got a few toys on it! I'll roll with it for a little while...
Its really nice, every gen it keeps getting better. The last gen was terrible!!
For off roading, you might come back a little..... dirty. In that case, screens are not the best for mud, hence the buttons
Miles better than the last compass. That was an awful car from the start. Only thing you have to worry about with this is reliability and that damn 9 speed auto...EVERYONE has complained about it so I don’t know why FCA insists on putting it in every vehicle.
Love the beginning of this vid!
This guy is more of a tech reviewer than a car...JEEP JEEP JEEP..💀
Not picking on the guy, but, have seen lots of reviews where the concern with cup holders and phone cubbies is mentioned.
People can't be that preoccupied with coffee and text message while driving, huh? The last thing I want to do is increase my chances of
having to go to the restroom while stuck in traffic or bother with a buzzing phone only to get into an accident. No cupholders? No problem.
Phone? My Motorola Razr V3 is in my belt holster (I can't stand cell phones and that seems to be the smallest).
I'm a Proud Owner ♥️
T Singh am jealous
A Rodriguez Don't be brother
how do you like it?
matt n fucking amazing 😍
Same😭😭just got one yesterday
I'm actually debating between this and a Chevy Equinox. This was SUPER informative and actually really helped! I definitely think I'll need to go with the Equinox for more room! Thank you for this!
Do not get an Equinox. 😐
Mines doesn't give me any problem...good vehicle
Great review! Always enjoy Sami.
thumbs up for the intro, lmao
1:00 Why is the rear wheel not centered up in the wheel well?
Oh damn. Now it's all I can see. Nice looking SUV otherwise.
I don’t really comment much but would u say a Jeep 2018 or even 2019 Jeep Compass is reliable long term? I keep hearing they’re not but would u recommend a Jeep Compass or Toyota Rav 4 more reliable? Also, does the Jeep Compass depend it’s reliability if u exceed over 50k miles, before it starts to show issues
I honestly believe any car in this day and age, if taken care of and driven properly, can be very reliable. Obviously something like a RAV4 will generally be the superior vehicle in terms of cheap maintenance and fewer trips back to the dealer, because let's face it Japanese (and German) cars just have the superior build quality, but also keep in mind a fully loaded Toyota product will be basically double that of a loaded Jeep Compass for example.
That engine is so weak. The 2L turbo optional engine would be amazing. Also if the car was built by Toyota, that would help alot. I do appreciate the redundant climate controls. Honestly, Jeep makes great products initially, they just don't hold up sadly.
I like Jeeps. Had a 91 XJ
So...you have observed that the infotainment screen can lock up...but you're not sure _IF_ we need the redundant controls beneath the screen? _REALLY_ my dude? Lol. I'm sure that's just an editing slip up.
will the motor and transmission last in this thing ???
buttons are for when the touch screen freezes or crash
Who would of said JEEP would build a sexy SUV. Hope the reliability is up there too...
Nope. Dont trust them.
@@motorsportz8040 Manual transmission version?
Jeep makes great looks vehicles, it's a shame they can't figure out how to build anything remotely reliable anymore.
it is good.
They didn't have without CD and DVD. why not ?
Might be OCD but I hate the non centered rears wheels in the wheel arches
timarc124
Thx now I can’t unsee that .
I like the interior
Want to fix the sluggish issue, buy a manual. I am going to go look at one manual :)
Thanks for your honest review.thinking about buying a used one today.
Gets better gas mileage than my beetle 😂
The rear axle is not centered in the wheel arches, that looks so stupid and cheap. Check out at 0:33. Even the Chinese would`nt fit a too long body an a too short platform like here. Sorry, a reason why I do not buy this thing which is pretty overpiced here, too.
Don't buy a Jeep Compass and here is why: Ever since I purchased my first 2018 Jeep Compass Latitud I've only had problems. First the start/stop did not work initially so I had to get it serviced. Fortunately it was under warranty. Second issue, I did not se any fuel consumption savings. This vehicle was promoted to give its owners over 30mpg. I've been averaging 20.1mg. Third issue, this vehicle has 2 batteries and the smaller battery died so my vehicle could not start and this isn't a normal battery that you can jump start or easily remove yourself and replace. My vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. Forth issue, now multiple warning lights are lighting up on my dash. For the recorder, I have done the recommended service checks and maintenance as per the manual and/or dealer's recommendations. The last check and maintenance was a month ago in which I paid just a little under $400 and now I'm back again.
Still giving you problems ?
@@Lovelife_365 Yes
Buttons are good.
Jeep the best
love the suv
Thks.
is this a review or just you wanting to complain about everything about the vehicle?
Jeep always feel like cheap plastic. Can they quality for a change?
BLD?
And 4 cyl 180 hrsprs and 4700 lbs
Daily driver until the matrix as you call it said not so much🤣 don't know what I was thinking
Will it keep away those waskally wabbits?
imagine ur going 120 on a highway and u need to change the climate. you need to have a tactile feedback like the buttons rather than using the screen.
Kyle 120 on a highway lol. That’s how you go to jail
Never purchase a FCA product. Lease only.
against toyota rav?
Can we talk about when Craig Cole was lefted strained by Jeep Wrangler. It put an amazing life at risk and for that, I will never buy FCA. Unforgivable. Craig Cole walks on water
I am disappointed buying this jeep compass limited 2018. I brought it with 17 milage. Car makes multiple noices which is coming from rear axle. While driving U connect app goes off itself and also brakes are very hard.
Its amazes me Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep still cant figure out how to make reliable cars??? They make nice designs but cant get out of their own way. Stop putting these ridiculous electronics in these vehicles would be a start. Jeep should mean reliable and they are blowing it. Sorry about your car.
this must be a paid commercial...The Compass is lowest in initial quality, lowest owner satisfaction and rated one of the top 10 most unreliable cars you can buy.
According to Consumer Reports...
yes, and JD Power...and every owner who has tried to return their Compass under the federal lemon law.
Rubbish! It's got 5 star in safety tests and the engine is one of the most well used accross the Alfa and Fiat range.
@@markcrupi i have no idea what bs consumer report and jd power say...i own a compass since like 6m and its been a solid vehicle without any issues....honestly i think its because of certain countries...where i live jeep is one of the most reliable car agents...i get all the parts on time and even repairing is done fast ( i used to own a wrangler before this)
Lmfao, my Honda Accord gets more horsepower than this thing and tows more. My Honda is from 2008. It’s the base model. (184 vs 180)
Awethome! Jeep compathh!
Lmao
XD I think companies should stick to their signature models too. Just Go all out with wranglers and I don't care about the Cherokeths either. lol
That's a hole in my budget
His screen died with the all the access to cars options, 10 secs later hmm why do you need physical buttons under the screen(facepalm)
Jeep needs to be bought by TOYOTA.. styling is really good but reliability sucks.
It's a Fiat with a jeep badge on it .
So what I am hearing is just buy a Subaru Crosstrek.
He says the automatic transmission hobbles the vehicle. Why is it so hard to buy a Jeep with manual transmission ? An automatic transmission is like masturbation. It's just a facsimile of the real thing.
Sorry but I couldn't make it pass the first 7 seconds.
So....Jeep?
Wonderful intro haha. Had me rolling! 😂