Offering fuel economy of up to 29 miles per gallon
(mpg) highway and unsurpassed 4x4 off-road capability in the compact-SUV
segment, the 2012 Jeep® Compass features a sophisticated design, with cues
coming directly from the brand's premium icon, the legendary Jeep Grand
Cherokee.
Coupled with a tasteful interior and refined ride
and handling characteristics that excel in all conditions, Jeep Compass offers
a unique blend of premium styling, capability, efficiency and value that is
unmatched in the compact-SUV segment.
New for 2012, the Jeep Compass sports three new
exterior colors: True Blue Pearl Coat, Copperhead Pearl Coat and Rescue Green
Pearl Coat. Calibration improvements to the available continuously- variable
transmission II (CVT2) provide drivers with better launch acceleration,
smoother deceleration when coasting from 25 miles per hour (mph), improved
pedal responsiveness and reduced engine revolutions per minute (rpm) when
accelerating at mid-throttle.
Segment-Leading Capability
At our Jeep dealer near Baltimore and Towson, the 2012 Jeep Compass
offers customers unsurpassed 4x4 off-road capability with Jeep Freedom Drive II
as well as excellent fuel economy in its segment.
Jeep Compass is available in three drivetrain
configurations. In addition to the standard front-wheel-drive system, Jeep
Compass also is available with Freedom Drive I and the Freedom Drive II
Off-Road Package.
Jeep Freedom Drive I is an available full-time,
active four-wheel-drive system with lock mode designed to give drivers year-round
assurance with the ability to handle rough weather and low-traction conditions.
This active four-wheel-drive system is recommended for daily use, including
slick conditions that come with rain and light snow. Freedom Drive I also
features a lockable center coupling, giving drivers the ability to put the Jeep
Compass in four-wheel-drive lock mode to handle deep snow, sand and other
low-traction surfaces.
The Jeep Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package is an
available four-wheel-drive system that delivers Jeep Trail Rated® capability in
Compass form. The Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package includes a
second-generation continuously variable transaxle with low range (CVT2L) that
engages when the off-road mode is activated, 17-inch all-terrain tires and aluminum
wheels, a one-inch raised ride height, a full-size spare tire, skid plates, tow
hooks, fog lamps and manual seat height adjuster. The available Freedom Drive
II Off-Road Package is recommended for moderate off-road situations that
include steep grades, occasional wheel lift and rock or log climbing.
Jeep Compass Model Lineup
The 2012
Jeep Compass is available in three configurations: Compass Sport, Latitude and
Limited. All are available with front-wheel drive, the Freedom Drive I
full-time, active 4x4 system or the Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package
full-time, active 4x4 system with low-range capability.
The 2012 Jeep Compass Sport model is powered by
the 2.0-liter I-4 World Gas Engine which produces 158 horsepower and 141
lb.-ft. of torque, mated to a five-speed manual transmission. Standard features
include: electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start
Assist, advanced multi-stage front driver and passenger air bags, all-row side
curtain air bags, front driver and passenger active head restraints, 17-inch
aluminum wheels, anti-lock front disc, rear drum brakes, air conditioning,
power windows, power door locks, power-heated exterior mirrors, body-color
exterior door handles and liftgate brow, illuminated keyless entry, illuminated
cup holders, removable/rechargeable flashlight, floor mats, outside temperature
display, rear 60/40 split folding seat, fold-flat rear seat, cruise control,
projector fog lamps, deep tint glass and bright roof side rails.