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Jeep Compass
2023 Jeep Compass
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$28,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.9
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Nissan Xterra
2015 Nissan Xterra
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$25,710
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 20 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Jeep Compass
2022-2023 Jeep Compass Rear Angle View
2022-2023 Jeep Compass Driver Seat
48
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Nissan Xterra
2009-2015 Nissan Xterra Rear Angle View
2009-2015 Nissan Xterra Dashboard
33
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
4.0L V6 Gas
Horsepower
200 hp @ 5000 rpm
261 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
221 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm
281 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,650 lbs
N/A
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
N/A
17 MPG
City
N/A
15 MPG
Highway
N/A
20 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
10.4 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 gallons
21.1 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
316.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
422 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
173.4 in
N/A
Height
64.6 in
74.9 in
Max Width
73.8 in
72.8 in
Front Width
60.7 in
61.8 in
Rear Width
60.3 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
103.8 in
106.3 in
Ground Clearance
8.1 in
9.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.8 in
42.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.2 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.7 in
58.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.1 in
55.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.3 in
34.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
39.3 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.1 in
58.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
49.2 in
46.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
59.8 ft³
65.7 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
27.2 ft³
36.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
27.2 ft³
36.3 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
38.1 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
27.2 in
36.1 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.3 ft
37.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
16" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
16" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
N/A
Rear Suspension
Strut
N/A

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60TR17
P265/70TR16
Rear Tire
P225/60TR17
P265/70TR16
Spare Tire
N/A
Full-Size

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Bright White Clearcoat
  • Brilliant Silver
  • Cayenne Red
  • Glacier
  • Lava Red
  • Metallic Blue
  • Night Armor
  • Solar Flare Yellow, Build Out:05/15/2015, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Super Black

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
  • Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat
  • Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat
  • Laser Blue Pearlcoat
  • Redline Pearlcoat
  • Sting-Gray Clearcoat
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Gray, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
N/A
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