When choosing a vehicle, fuel efficiency is a crucial factor to consider. It not only saves you money at the pump but also reduces your carbon footprint.
In this article, we'll compare the fuel efficiency of the Jeep Compass, a popular compact SUV, with other leading brands.
We'll explore the key features, engine options, and real-world MPG (miles per gallon) figures to compare fuel efficiency comprehensively.
Let's dive in and find out how the Jeep Compass stacks up against its competitors.
About Jeep Compass
The Compass is a sports utility vehicle (SUV) from Jeep that has been in India since 2017.
The Jeep Compass has a powerful 1.4 Liters Turbo petrol engine or a 2 Liter diesel engine, depending on your chosen variant and model.
The claimed mileage of the Jeep Compass 2023 is 15.3 to 17 km per litre, which is quite good for an SUV vehicle. On extended highway trips, achieving mileage figures that exceed the advertised estimates is possible.
The cruise control feature helps you set and maintain a constant speed to improve your driving experience. This also enhances the fuel economy of the Jeep.
The total weight is 1595 kg which can influence fuel efficiency to a certain extent.
Now let's compare the Jeep Compass with its industry rivals.
Jeep Compass vs Mahindra XUV700
The Mahindra XUV700 is the latest addition to the renowned lineup of SUVs by Mahindra, and it's already making waves in the automotive industry.
Jeep Compass has diesel and petrol engines; the diesel engine gives 173 bhp and 350 nm torque and also offers torque converter automatic options.
In XUV700, the drive modes are available only when using diesel. This has an edge with easy-to-handle steering, whereas Jeep compass steering feels slightly heavy at lower speeds.
Mahindra XUV700's 2.2 Liters diesel engine gives 185 bhp and 450 nm torque.
In Jeep Compass, the torque makes the gearbox smooth, with no considerable lags.
The Compass is not too heavy; hence, the engine has much power compared to the car's weight.
In Jeep Compass, there are different modes for driving on various surfaces ( sand, snow, mud, etc.)
The gearbox of the Mahindra XUV700 is at par with the Jeep Compass.
In terms of engine smoothness and fuel economy, the Jeep Compass wins in the long run due to engine quality and vehicle weight.
Jeep Compass vs Tata Harrier
The price factor and many of the features of both cars are similar, like the number of cylinders, engine displacement, seating, etc.
Jeep Compass has 60 litre of fuel tank capacity, whereas Tata Harries has a 50-litre fuel tank.
The claimed mileage of Tata Harries is 14.6 km/litre, which is lesser than what you get with a jeep. Tata Harrier also weighs more, affecting fuel efficiency.
Jeep offers a Remote Engine Start/Stop feature which also helps you save fuel.
Though horsepower, torque, and gearbox match, the jeep compass beats Harrier in mileage.
Jeep Compass vs Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Tucson is also a mid-size SUV. You already know what Jeep Compass offers you; let's discuss the Hyundai Tucson.
Jeep’s automatic transmission is 9-speed, and Tucson offers 8-speed auto.
Tucson’s displacement power and torque are more when compared to the jeep compass. The diesel engine is 2.0 litres, and the petrol engine is also of the capacity.
This gives you equal performance in petrol and diesel. If you prefer to use petrol more, Tucson will be a better choice.
Ease of driving is better with Tucson as it offers EDAS. The steering is light.
The curb weight of the Hyundai Tucson 2020-2022 is 1650 kg which is higher than the jeep compass.
Conclusion
If ride quality, smoothness, and lightweight SUV are what you are looking for, then Jeep Compass is for you. The fuel efficiency is good. If you are a hard-core driver who loves heavy steering, which takes more feedback from you, you will get that with Jeep.
If you prefer petrol more than diesel or expect equal performance with petrol and diesel, Tucson and Harrier may be the right choice.
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