DecodedCars2007 Jeep Compass
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV FWD Sport/North/Limited
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 23 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 173.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,095 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 24 MPG combined — 38% better than the average 2007 SUV - (17.4 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2007 Jeep Compass is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 69 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,095 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (23 city / 27 highway), 38% better than the 2007 SUV - average of 17.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,800 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 231 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV FWD Sport/North/Limited | 173.6 in | 69.3 in | 64.2 in | 103.9 in | 59.8 / 59.1 in | 3,095 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 27 / 24 | +38% | $2,800 | 370 |
| Compass 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 27 / 24 | +29% | $2,800 | 370 |
| Compass 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 25 / 23 | +24% | $2,900 | 386 |
| Compass 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 24 / 22 | +26% | $3,050 | 404 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Jeep Compass under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2007 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Jeep Compass (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 12 |
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Ford Escape | 30 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal · Jun 3, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V234000 · 24,825 vehicles
- Problem
- CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 DODGE CALIBER AND JEEP COMPASS PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 7 THROUGH MAY 19, 2006. THE PIVOT BUSHINGS IN VEHICLES WITH OVERSIZED ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEARING POCKETS MAY BECOME DISLODGED AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO BIND OR STICK.
- Risk
- SHOULD THE PEDAL BIND OR BECOME STUCK, IT CAN BE OVERCOME BY SMART BRAKES WHICH OVERRIDE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
- Fix
- CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE ALL AFFECTED ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
Not every 2007 Jeep Compass is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2007 Jeep Compass buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 76 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Suspension — 62 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Engine — 39 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 110,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Jeep Compass. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Compass years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2025 Compass | 27 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 29 |
| 2024 Compass | 27 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 53 |
| 2023 Compass | 27 | 173.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 49 |
| 2022 Compass | 25 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 225 |
| 2021 Compass | 25 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 81 |
| 2020 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 143 |
| 2019 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 331 |
| 2018 Compass | 26 | 173.2 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 947 |
| 2017 Compass | 26 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 229 |
| 2016 Compass | 25 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 293 |
| 2015 Compass | 25 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 113 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →