Drive modes Official source verified
Choose the Correct Selec-Terrain Mode
Match AUTO, SNOW, SAND/MUD or Trailhawk ROCK calibration to the actual surface instead of leaving the wrong traction strategy active.
Model-year configuration directory
Jeep Compass by year.
Select your exact year to see every EPA-tested powertrain and driveline configuration, official fuel economy and any owner-manual feature guides.
95 EPA configurationsU.S. catalog · 2007–2026Gasoline
Verified guide groups
Exact model year
Which Compass do you drive?
Every year below opens a complete EPA configuration guide. Powertrains are shown year by year because Hybrid, PHEV and EV availability changes over time.
2026 1 configuration Gasoline 2025 1 configuration · 4 feature guides Gasoline 2024 1 configuration Gasoline 2023 1 configuration Gasoline 2022 2 configurations Gasoline 2021 2 configurations Gasoline 2020 4 configurations Gasoline 2019 4 configurations Gasoline 2018 4 configurations Gasoline 2017 11 configurations Gasoline 2016 7 configurations Gasoline 2015 7 configurations Gasoline 2014 8 configurations Gasoline 2013 7 configurations Gasoline 2012 7 configurations Gasoline 2011 7 configurations Gasoline 2010 6 configurations Gasoline 2009 6 configurations Gasoline 2008 5 configurations Gasoline 2007 4 configurations Gasoline
Across verified years
Popular Compass discoveries.
Off-road driving Official source verified
Cross Standing Water Within Manual Limits
Check depth, bottom and exit first, stay below the model-specific limit, then inspect fluids after deep-water travel.
Off-road control Official source verified
Enable Hill Descent Control
Let an equipped Trailhawk manage low-speed downhill braking while the driver remains responsible for steering and speed.
Four-wheel drive Official source verified
Shift Into and Out of 4WD LOW
Engage the Trailhawk low range while stationary for difficult low-speed terrain, then return to normal drive correctly.