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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $18,980–$23,372 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 6.7/10, the 2015 Jeep Compass earns a Good rating among the suvs we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 7.4/10, while Reliability at 6.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We rate reliability at 6.2/10 — below the segment average in our scoring. Budget for potentially higher maintenance costs and check the recall record below before buying. On safety it earns 7.4/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 6.3/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. Technology scores 6.5/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $18,980–$23,372, 17 MPG, seating 5, the Jeep Compass sits in the budget-friendly tier of the suv market. Value lands at 7.3/10 — you get what you pay for, no more and no less, with a few rivals offering slightly better per-dollar returns. At 11 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Bottom line: There's a case for the 2015 Jeep Compass, but it needs the right buyer. Its technology and performance and reliability scores trail the class, and several higher-rated rivals sell for similar money — comparison-shop before committing.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2015 Jeep Compass ranks #2273 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 7% of the segment. Its 6.7/10 overall score is 0.7 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $18,980 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $36,079 by about 47%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Across the Compass model years we've scored, the 2015 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 7.0/10 | $32,022 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.0/10 | $32,022 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.0/10 | $31,090 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 6.8/10 | $30,157 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 6.9/10 | $29,224 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 6.8/10 | $28,291 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.8/10 | $27,359 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.7/10 | $26,426 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.6/10 | $25,493 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.5/10 | $24,561 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.9/10 | $19,760 | Read review → |
| 2015 (this review) | 6.7/10 | $18,980 |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Steering / Hydraulic power assist / Hose, piping, and connections 23/12/2015 · 15V878000 | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured January 1, 2015, to May 11, 2015. During assembly, the power steering hose retention clamp may have been installed at an incorrect location,… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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