2011 Jeep Compass Review

Provides unsurpassed fuel economy and 4x4 off-road capability in the compact SUV segment, the new 2011 Jeep Compass has a fantastic new sophisticated design with cues directly from the icon brand premium, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee .

Along with a multitude of interior refinement and improved ride and handling characteristics in all conditions - courtesy of improved handling and suspension systems - the new Jeep Compass offers a unique blend of high-end style, capacity, efficiency and value that is unmatched in the compact SUV segment.

"With the new Jeep Compass 2011, applied the superior design of our award-winning rates new Grand Cherokee," said Mike Manley, president and CEO -. Jeep, Chrysler Group LLC "combined with a new interior and improved suspension and steering systems, the Jeep Compass offers consumers the perfect combination of design, functionality, fuel economy, efficiency, safety and value the important compact SUV segment. "

 

Results in the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car, the new 2011 Jeep Compass also offers more than 30 safety features, such as the standard half-curtain airbags The electronic stability program (ESC), electronic roll mitigation, Hill-Start Assist (manual transmission), side curtain airbags for all rows and available front seat-mounted side airbags.

Design

New 2011 Jeep Compass is a family resemblance to any new bill, Nobel 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

With a new hood, new front fenders, new body and new headlights and new grille that was detailed with a small dose of chrome around the traditional seven-slot found on all Jeep vehicles, the new face of Compass has a more serious and sophisticated appearance. Before lighting performance is improved with the use of four reflector headlights and fog lights are now out projector lamps. Adding an element of the muscles, the chapel has been enhanced with a subtle power bulge. The result is a vehicle that projects an attitude that is much more serious and transmits the capacity of the Jeep Compass "at all times and driving conditions.

New brilliant job throughout the exterior of the loan refined touch without compromising off-road, the Jeep Compass. Banda of the protective coating is added for 2011, which can be used to combat the trash, or when driving in difficult weather conditions, terrain, and gives a new look.

This trend continues with improvements in the back of the compass. A new rear fascia, new rear spoiler and subtle body-color, high quality touches including new LED taillights, and the Limited version, brilliant in the way and a chrome exhaust tip adorns the new Jeep Compass 2011. What's more, a new set of roof rails have been designed with a light and a small amount of brightwork. Compass Sport 2011 new journals inch standard aluminum 17-inch chrome wheels and 18 and are available on the Limited.

 

Interior upgrades for the Jeep Compass 2011 include new door panels, soft touch to cut with a padded top surface, a new center armrest, a new steering wheel with integrated controls Jeep allowing the driver to control the radio, the regulator speed, speakerphone available and other vehicle functions, keeping your hands on the wheel, cloth interior with new seats premium cloth bucket front, the speed control standard on all models, backlit switches with door locks, doors, windows and mirrors controls the power back on.

New 2011 Jeep Compass offers a variety of useful features, consumers will appreciate if you go to work, driving in extreme weather conditions, to explore new paths, or an out-of-the-way places. UConnect Media Center with iPod jack, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, navigation, SIRIUS Travel Link, power sunroof, premium audio system with nine Boston Acoustics speakers, illuminated cup holders, product division, folding rear seats and speakers are some of the great features available to make the Jeep Compass a perfect compact SUV that allows consumers to enjoy an adventure.

 

The Jeep Compass 2011 is packed with standard features that provide value and convenience for drivers and passengers. Standard features include air conditioning, power windows, power locks, power / heated mirrors, remote keyless entry, aluminum wheels, fog lights, cruise control and solar glass.

New for 2011, the Jeep Compass offers a choice for all-weather Capability Group, which includes 17-inch Goodyear all-terrain tires, all season floor mats, daytime running lights, heating and tow hooks.

Ability to segment leader

The 2011 Jeep Compass offers customers unparalleled off-road Jeep Freedom Drive II 4x4. The new Jeep Compass also features a suspension tuned for 2011, with spring rates and damping, rebound springs added and a larger rear stabilizer bar diameter. Despite these capabilities many features, the Jeep Compass 2011 offers unsurpassed fuel economy in its segment of 4x4.

 

Jeep Compass is available in three drive configurations. In addition to the standard front-wheel drive, Jeep Compass is available with Freedom Drive I and Freedom Unit II Off-Road Package.

Freedom Drive I is an available full-time active system with four-wheel drive with lock mode designed to give drivers year round security with the ability to handle bad weather and poor grip conditions. This drive system active four-wheel drive is recommended for daily use, including slippery conditions that come with the rain and snow showers. Freedom Drive I is also equipped with a lockable center coupling, giving drivers the opportunity to put Jeep Compass in lock mode four-wheel drive to handle deep snow, sand and other low-traction surfaces.

 

The Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package is an available four-wheel drive system that offers the ability Jeep Trail Rated as Compass. The Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package includes a second generation transmission continuously variable with low range (CVT2L) that engages when the off-road mode is activated, 17-inch all-terrain tires and aluminum wheels, a path of a thumb raised high, a full-size spare tire, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps and manual seat height adjustment. The available disk Freedom II Off-Road Package is recommended for moderate off-road situations that include steep grades, wheel lift and rock or log climbing casual.

 

Powertrain for 2011 Jeep Compass "is designed to provide a world-class performance in all weather conditions, fuel economy and refinement, all at affordable, value-packed price.

Jeep Compass features a standard 2.0-liter engine Compass World Latitude and models that provide 158 horsepower (117 kW) and 141 lb.-ft. (191 N • m) of torque mated to a transmission Continuously Variable (CVT2), and provides unprecedented 23 mpg city and 29 mpg on the highway when paired with the manual transmission with five speeds.

 

Proved to be the world's 2.4-liter engine produces 172 horsepower and 165 Nm of torque and is available on all models and standard on Limited. This 2.4-liter World Engine has dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and intake and exhaust camshafts, which helps optimize the torque curve at all speeds and produces more power, better fuel economy and smoother, quieter than engines without dual VVT. Dual VVT is a technology typically not available on vehicles sold in the U.S. Jeep Compass' price range. Jeep Compass' 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine matched with five-speed manual transmission front wheel drive configuration provides unsurpassed 23 miles per gallon (mpg) city and 29 mpg on the highway.

Jeep Compass also features a five-speed manual transmission standard on entry level compass and a CVT transmission, which is available on the compass and the standard latitude and Limited models. CVT2 Compass "is a second-generation CVT that Chrysler Group engineers calibrated for pleasing engine response and precise ratio control. CVT2 contributes to improved fuel economy of 6-8 percent compared to a traditional four-speed automatic transmission. Jeep Compass CVT2 also improves vehicle performance compared to a conventional automatic transmission, because the optimized gear, especially in the 30-60 km / h Range, passing maneuvers.

2011 Jeep Compass also provides up to 2,000 kg. and towing capacity.

Jeep Compass Model Range

 

In 2011 Jeep Compass is available in three configurations: Compass, Latitude and Limited. All are available with front-wheel drive, Freedom Drive I full-time, active 4x4 system or the free drive II Off-Road Package full-time, active 4x4 system with low capacity.

 

2011 Jeep Compass is available in the following exterior colors: Blackberry Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Bright White Clear, Brilliant Black Crystal Clear Coat, Deep Cherry Red Crystal Clear Coat Deep charcoal gray (limited availability), and coat in pearl gray mineral ( late availability).

Built on the Belvidere assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois, 2011 Jeep Compass new models arrive in showrooms in December 2010 Jeep.