2023 Jeep Compass Will get Turbocharged 2.0-Liter Engine, Different Updates

Jeep has launched updates for the Compass for the 2023 mannequin 12 months. The SUV is now powered by a turbo 2.0-liter engine, together with a handful of updates. Drivetrain choices are up to date as nicely, which needs to be excellent news for many who search ruggedness in a compact automobile.

Supplied for the primary time on the Jeep Compass, the turbocharged 2.0-liter direct-injection inline four-cylinder gasoline engine packs as much as 200 horsepower (149 kilowatts) and 221 pound-feet (271 Newton-meters) of torque. That is claimed to ship distinctive responsiveness and enhanced drivability.

As well as, Jeep’s Lively Drive 4×4 system is now commonplace throughout the vary.

At any pace and with out the necessity for any intervention by the motive force at any pace, the Jeep Lively Drive 4×4 system is absolutely automated, delivering seamless operation out and in of four-wheel-drive mode. In the meantime, the Compass Trailhawk fashions which might be optioned with Jeep Lively Drive Low 4×4 system boast a class-leading 20:1 crawl ratio.

Each Jeep Lively Drive and Lively Drive Low 4×4 techniques include the Jeep Selec-Terrain system, which has as much as 4 modes: Auto, Snow, and Sand/Mud, plus Rock mode unique to the Trailhawk mannequin.

Additionally commonplace throughout the vary are Jeep’s superior security options, equivalent to drowsy driver detection, rear seat reminder alert, and safety alarm. Latitude fashions and above obtain automated high-beam headlamp management as commonplace.

There are three distinctive appearances and particular version packages accessible for many who need to stand out. The particular version Compass (RED) mannequin receives extra exterior coloration choices. The Compass Sport and Latitude fashions come commonplace with a brand new set of 17-inch wheels.

The 2023 Jeep Compass is offered now for order, accessible in 5 completely different 4×4 trim configurations: Sport, Latitude, Latitude LUX, Restricted, and the rugged trail-rated Trailhawk. It is scheduled to start out arriving in North American showrooms within the first quarter of 2023.