2018 Jeep Compass Limited

The 2018 Compass is a compact SUV that slots between the Renegade and Cherokee, offering a more refined ride than the old Compass it replaced. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Escape, though it leans more toward light off-road capability than those rivals. The Compass handles confidently on pavement, with a composed ride and responsive steering, though acceleration is modest with the standard engine. Inside, the cabin feels more upscale than the previous model, with available leather, a touchscreen infotainment system, and decent cargo space for the class. Reliability is a mixed bag, with some owners reporting electrical glitches and transmission quirks, but many find the Compass dependable for daily use. The Limited is the luxury pick of the Compass lineup, with leather seats and a heated steering wheel that the Latitude doesn't offer. Its 2.4L I4 makes 180 horsepower and pairs with the nine-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, returning 25 mpg combined.