There are two things that the Jeep Compass has over most (if not all other) compact SUVs: off-roading ability and user-friendly infotainment. The Compass maintains these attributes, in addition to making some refinements to make a worthier choice in the eyes of potential Shelbyville, KY customers. Five trims are available: Sport, Latitude, Altitude, Limited, and Trailhawk.
The 2021 Jeep Compass is powered by a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, which produces 180 horsepower. With its standard front-wheel drive, the Compass achieves its best fuel economy numbers: at 22 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.
However, it's with the optional four-wheel drivetrain that the Compass truly shines. While other compact SUVs offer an all-wheel-drive option to deal effectively with slippery surfaces, the Compass's four-wheel drive is designed for virtually any weather or terrain condition. Accompanying this drivetrain is the Selec-Terrain traction management system with Snow, Sand, and Mud settings. The Trailhawk is particularly attractive to Jeffersontown drivers for off-roading because of its increased ground clearance (to 8.5 inches). Also exclusive to the Trailhawk are features such as off-road tires, a pair of tow hooks, and additional skid plates to protect the undercarriage, all implemented to optimize performance on less-than-smooth terrain or rough trails. Front-wheel drive is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive is paired with a smoother-operating 9-speed automatic gearbox.
A five-seater, the 2021 Jeep Compass has two rows of cloth-trimmed seats. The rear seats can be folded flat to maximize cargo room if needed. For a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a cloth-and-vinyl seat blend, step up to at least the Latitude. However, if you want to approach luxury territory, shoot for the Limited instead, which has all seats dressed in leather, the front seats and steering wheel with heating ability, and the driver's seat upgraded to 8-way power adjustability with 4-way power lumbar support.
With remote keyless entry, Louisville drivers can simply press the corresponding key fob button to gain access. Infotainment is integrated with the Uconnect 7-inch touchscreen interface, which is easy to use due to its straightforward menus and conveniently placed complementary buttons and knobs. The Uconnect system includes a six-speaker AM/FM stereo system and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for integrating smartphone functions. The driver and front-seat passenger get climate controls, and cruise control ensures that you maintain a safe distance between you and the vehicle you're following.
The Latitude is upgraded with a trial subscription to SiriusXM Radio, as well as proximity keyless entry, so that you can simply have the key fob on you to gain access. Auto-dimming ability on the rearview mirror to dim headlight glare and the replacement of the 7-inch touchscreen with a larger, 8.4-inch one occurs at the Limited trim level.
For restraint and cushioning, the 2021 Jeep Compass provides two frontal impact, two side-impact, and two side curtain airbags. Brake assist, ABS, and electronic stability and traction control are among the Compass's other standard safety features. For 2021, Chrysler adds more standard advanced driver safety features for the upper-level Limited and Trailhawk, which are forward collision mitigation to help avoid a front-end crash and blind-spot warning to watch out for vehicles on either side that are hard or impossible to spot.
If you are in the Lyndon or Taylorsville, consider Shelbyville Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Shelbyville, KY as your next stop to try out and purchase the 2021 Jeep Compass. One of our Jeep experts will be around to assist you.
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