Which is best suited to your daily drive, the compact 2022 Jeep Cherokee or subcompact Jeep Compass? Both small crossover SUVs combine sporty capabilities with fuel efficiency. And both are handsomely equipped with modern features. However, you’ve only got room for one of these SUVs in your driveway. That’s why our comparison guide is here to help you choose the Jeep that’s right for your unique needs.
Price
There’s a pretty big price difference between these two Jeep crossovers. The smaller, subcompact Compass has the lower starting price, $27,785. And the bigger (and more powerful) Jeep Cherokee has an MSRP of $34,895. If you crave sportier capabilities, however, the Cherokee’s extra cost may be worth your while.
Power & Performance
The 2022 Jeep Cherokee gives you more options, with three available engines. The standard engine will get you going at no extra cost. The optional V6 helps you tow more, with a max rating of up to 4,500 pounds. And the optional turbocharged four-cylinder engine provides a very desirable balance of power and fuel economy, earning up to 26 mpg combined(23 city/31 highway).
- 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine (180 horsepower, 171 lb-ft of torque)
- 3.2L V6 (271 hp, 239 lb-ft)
- Turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine (270 hp, 295 lb-ft)
- Nine-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Optional all-wheel drive
Meanwhile, the Compass only offers one engine, but you’ll appreciate its punchy performance. This extra-small crossover is also pretty thrifty, earning up to 25 mpg combined (22 city/31 highway). The Compass can tow up to 2,000 pounds, enough to transport a small watercraft or teardrop camper.
- 2.4L four-cylinder engine (177 hp, 172 lb-ft)
- Six-speed transmission
- Nine-speed transmission (with all-wheel drive)
- Standard front-wheel drive
- Optional all-wheel drive
Passenger Space & Creature Comforts
The 2022 Jeep Cherokee comes with a few more creature comforts than the Compass. For example, its standard features roster includes a heated steering wheel and heated, power-adjustable front seats.
Although the aforementioned features aren’t standard for the Compass, you can get them if you climb to a higher trim level — namely, the Latitude Lux and up. And the Compass also treats you to a very accommodating standard lineup, with cloth seating, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, and rear air vents.
And you can upgrade either of these Jeep SUVs with luxury items. If you want leather upholstery or a power liftgate, all you have to do is choose a higher trim model!
Tech Features
When it comes to infotainment and safety aids, these Jeeps are pretty similar. For example, both come standard with an 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment interface, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and six-speaker sound systems. And each includes three standard safety systems: blind-spot monitoring, forward collision mitigation, and lane departure mitigation. Both the Cherokee and the Compass are available with a variety of upgrades, too, such as adaptive cruise control and a wireless smartphone charging pad.
Your New Jeep
If you’re shopping for a great deal on a thrifty little SUV, the 2022 Jeep Compass is perfect for you. But if you crave a little more power and towing muscle, then it’s the 2022 Jeep Cherokee that belongs in your driveway!