2020 Jeep Compass Trailhawk

AS PRICED COMES WITH 3 MONTH UNLIM MILE SERVICE CONTRACT
$0 DOWN ON APPROVED CREDIT

MANAGERS NOTES - TRAILHAWK TRIM, 4X4, LEATHER INTERIOR, APPLE CARPLAY, KEYLESS IGNITION, BACK-UP CAMERA, FRESH OBD2 INSEPCTION, DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL


Much of its off-road skill comes courtesy of the Trailhawk trim. Not only is all-wheel drive standard in the Trailhawk, it also adds a lifted suspension, beefier tires, a more advanced traction control system, and underbody skid plates to protect vital components. These upgrades, along with a lockable center differential, hill descent control and a first-gear hold feature, make the Compass more versatile than many of its rivals.


Performance
How does the Compass drive? We tested the Compass Trailhawk. It will surprise you with its impressive capability when the trail gets tough. The first-gear hold and lockable center differential are features that you won't find on most rival SUVs.
But some of the things that make the Trailhawk so good off-road hurt it on pavement.

Comfort
The front seat cushions are firm and have adequate lateral support.
The climate system's mix of buttons and touchscreen controls works great. We also like the nice and toasty heated seats and steering wheel.

Interior
How’s the interior? The Compass' interior is straightforward and ergonomic. All of the controls are laid out well, and the Trailhawk's drive mode dial is easy to use. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment range.
Passengers can get in and out with ease, thanks to the wide doors with squared-off tops. Once inside, the Compass impresses with a spacious cabin with plenty of head- and legroom front and back. The driver has a good view of the road ahead, though the chunky roof pillars create blind spots in the rear.

Technology
How’s the tech? While it's not a tech-heavy vehicle, the Compass proves that quality is better than quantity. The available 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen has crisp graphics and accessible menus. We also like that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trim levels.

Storage
How’s the storage? There are multiple storage areas throughout the cabin that are perfect for small items. The armrest bin can hold large phones or a small camera, and the glovebox is decently sized. As a family vehicle, the Compass loses a few points because its child car-seat anchors are buried in the seat cushions and are hard to find and access.
All-wheel-drive Compass models such as the Trailhawk can tow up to 2,000 pounds, a decent rating for this segment. An optional tow kit adds a four-pin harness and an integrated Class III hitch.

Fuel Economy
7/10
How’s the fuel economy? Even with its taller ride height and knobby tires, the Compass Trailhawk we tested managed to get 27.7 mpg on our evaluation loop. That was almost 3 mpg better than the official EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined.

Value
Is the Compass a good value? The Trailhawk can be seen as having good value given its capability.

Wildcard
8.5/10
For most people, going off-road is not a daily occurrence. But for enthusiasts who like getting dirty, exploring the less worn path is a genuinely enjoyable thing to do.