JEEP IS MAKING A concerted effort to win back disaffected customers, so the company will be hoping its revamp of the compact Compass, including new models, the Night Eagle and range topping S-Limited, find favour with buyers.
The Compass gets all the capability Jeep is renowned for, plus enhanced style, safety and technology.
“The 2020 Jeep Compass boasts a new range that celebrates style, safety and technology, superb comfort and best in class capability,” said Guillaume Drelon, Jeep Australia Director, Brand & Product Strategy.
“The new Jeep Compass range provides customers with a significantly improved package with a genuine premium feel, completed with advanced safety and technology updates. The refined and stylish exterior design cues as well as premium interior appointments mirrors Jeep’s flagship Grand Cherokee range.”
Part of its pitch to re-engage with customers, Jeep Australia recently announced its all-new Capped Price Servicing Program for new Jeep customers in 2020, which applies to the MY20 Jeep Compass range. The revised structure provides Jeep customers with transparency when they service their vehicle at a Jeep Dealership, with each 2020 Jeep model having a Capped Price Servicing cost at just $399 per service for the first five services.
Jeep Compass Night Eagle
Now opening the Jeep Compass line-up is the Jeep all-new Compass Night Eagle. With a 2.4-litre Tigershark petrol engine and a six-speed automatic transmission, the Night Eagle is the only front-wheel-drive model within the range. The Night Eagle features competitive standard safety and technology features, including Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection, Forward Collison Warning Plus, Parksense Rear Park Assist System and a ParkView Reverse Parking Camera. Sleek black chrome appointments don the exterior and a standard 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features within the cabin.
Night Eagle standard equipment highlights:
- 2.4-litre Tigershark Petrol 6-Speed Automatic FWD
- Cloth/Synthetic Leather Seats
- ParkView Reverse Parking Camera
- Parksense Rear Park Assist System
- 7 Airbags and 5-Star ANCAP Rating
- 18-Inch Black Alloy Wheels
- 8.4-Inch Touchscreen Display
- Satellite Navigation
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- Digital Radio (DAB+)
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Electric Park Brake
- Dual Zone Climate Control
- Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection
- Roof Rails
- Deep Tinted Privacy Glass
- LED Ambient Interior Lighting
- Passenger In-Seat Cushion Storage
Jeep Compass Limited
The Jeep Compass Limited also gets the 2.4L Tigershark petrol engine, but paired with the ZF-nine-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel-drive as standard. This superior, refined variant hosts an array of safety and convenience equipment, including Lane Departure Warning Plus, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Power Liftgate. The interior features an impressive 9-Speaker Sound System and premium black leather seats.
Limited standard equipment highlights (in addition to, or replacing Night Eagle features):
- Jeep Active Drive AWD System with ZF-9-Speed Automatic
- Jeep Selec-Terrain Traction Management System
- Leather Seats
- Bi-Xenon headlamps
- LED Tail lamps
- 9 Speaker Premium Audio System Including Subwoofer
- 7-Inch Full Colour Instrument Cluster Display
- Power 8-Way Driver / Manual 4-Way Passenger Seat
- ParkSense Front and Rear Parking Sensors
- Parallel & Perpendicular Park Assist
- Push Button Start
- Remote Proximity Keyless Entry
- Heated Front Seats
- Adaptive Cruise Control (with Stop & Go)
- Automatic High beam
- Power Liftgate
Further to the premium paint options and dual-pane sunroof that can be added to the Night Eagle variant, the Jeep Compass Limited also offers the cost option to add the stylish Black Painted Roof.
Jeep Compass S-Limited
The Jeep Compass S-Limited adds enhanced design elements, from the Limited base.
S-Limited standard equipment highlights (in addition to, or replacing Limited features):
- 19-Inch Granite Alloy Wheels
- Black Leather Seats with Tungsten Accent Stitching
- Granite Crystal Exterior Accents
- Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof
- Black Headliner
- Black painted roof
Customers can choose between the standard Colorado Red or step up to the available premium paint options including Vocal White, Brilliant Black and Minimal Grey.
Jeep Compass Trailhawk
The Jeep Compass Trailhawk has earned the renowned Trail Rated badge because of its unrivalled 4×4 capabilities, the Jeep Trailhawk remains best-in-class for compact SUV off-roading courtesy of the advanced Jeep Active Drive Low 4×4 system, and now hosts further safety and technology features.
Trailhawk standard equipment highlights:
- 2.0L MultiJet Diesel
- Trail Rated
- Jeep Active Drive Low 4×4 System
- Jeep Selec-Terrain with Rock Mode
- Off-Road Suspension with Raised Ride Height
- Remote Start
- Unique Front and Rear Fascia
- Black Anti-Glare Hood Decal
- Red Tow Hooks
- Hill Descent Control
- 4 Underbody Skid Plates
- Trail Rated Badging
- Full Size Spare Wheel
- All-Weather Floor Mats
- Reversible Cargo Mat
- Neutral Grey Exterior Accents
Premium paint options include Vocal White, Brilliant Black, Grey Magnesio, Mojave Sand and Minimal Grey.
| Model | Engine | Trans | Drive | Power | Fuel | Price* |
| Night Eagle | 2.4L | 6AT | FWD | 129kW | Petrol | $36,950 |
| Limited | 2.4L | 9AT | AWD | 129kW | Petrol | $42,950 |
| S-Limited | 2.4L | 9AT | AWD | 129kW | Petrol | $45,950 |
| Trailhawk | 2.0L | 9AT | 4X4 | 125kW | Diesel | $49,450 |
| Option | Night Eagle | Limited | S-Limited | Trailhawk | MSRP |
| Premium Paint | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | $645 |
| Black Painted roof | Std | Opt | Std | Std | $545 |
| Dual-Pane Sunroof | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | $1950 |
*plus on road costs
Once we have tested and assessed the new Jeep Compass range, seniordriveraus will bring you a comprehensive review, including everything the over-50 driver needs to know.