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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $32,022–$38,345 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2026 Jeep Compass is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 7.0/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.7/10, while Reliability at 6.8/10 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. At 6.8/10 for reliability, this suv trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 8.3/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.5/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.3/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $32,022–$38,345, 26 MPG, seating 5, the Jeep Compass sits in the mid-market bracket of the suv segment. Its value score of 8.7/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. As the current model year, it benefits from the latest updates and full manufacturer warranty coverage.
Verdict: The 2026 Jeep Compass sits in the middle of the field. Until its reliability scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
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 2026 Jeep Compass ranks #2010 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 18% of the segment. Its 7.0/10 overall score is 0.4 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $32,022 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $36,079 by about 11%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking → · Best SUVs under $35k →
Across the Compass model years we've scored, the 2026 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (this review) | 7.0/10 | $32,022 | |
| 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 | 6.7/10 | $18,980 | Read review → |
We rate the 2026 Jeep Compass's reliability 6.8/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance.
It scores 7.0/10 overall, ranking #2010 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 18% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2026 Jeep Compass starts at $32,022 and ranges up to $38,345 across trims (MSRP when new). At 26 MPG, expect roughly $2,019/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Jeep models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.