Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Jeep Compass gets a handful of equipment changes. Air-conditioning and chrome interior accents become standard in all models, and a navigation system is a new option for the Limited. Jeep has also made mild revisions to the engines and transmissions to promote smoother, quieter operation and introduced a limited lifetime powertrain warranty.

• Low price, small size and responsive steering make it easy to maneuver, lots of headroom.

• Cut-rate interior, sluggish acceleration coupled with noisy power delivery, excessive wind and road noise, harsh ride over bumps, not much cargo space.

User Reviews:

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  Pretty decent so far - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By adriane - July 8 - 9:23 am

  So far this vehicle has been great, I havent had any complaints against it. I find it to be comfortable to ride/ drive in. I like the way it handles, but Im not a speed demon anyways. I read the Editors reviews before purchasing and I dont have any regrets on buying this vehicle.

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  Zippy - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By Johnny Rocket - May 26 - 2:40 pm

  My wife and I got this Jeep for $12,700... NEW off the lot with 62 miles on it. We have the 2.4L with a five-speed. We heard the CVT was a turd and are very happy with a manual; my wife hates it, but I turn of the traction control and pull the parking brake, roll and smoke the front tires all day long. I dont like the styling its too round, but its my wifes car and she loves it. The transmission had to be replaced after 10,000 miles, it was not do to my abuse, but because of the syncro for 5th gear exploding on the freeway. We get on avg 28mpg with a mix of 50%city 40%highway 10%idling (I idle alot waiting on my wife while she is inside the store shopping and Im sleeping in the Jeep.)

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  Jeep Compass-stalls & cuts out - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By Shan-payne - May 24 - 1:26 am

  The jeep compass is an overall ok vehicle Its design is sleek & nice but the quality of the mini SUV needs to be worked on especially with the constant stalling, cutting out etc. but im still luvin my lil JEEP

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  LOVE my Compass!!! - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By Ashley - January 22 - 9:46 pm

  I love the Compass! My husband and I are constantly back and forth between Champaign, IL and Detroit, MI, and the ride is always smooth and comfortable! Not the *best* mileage, but better than others. I love that we were able to add what we wanted of the Limiteds features to our Sport and still end up at a great price!! LOVE the bumper-to- bumper warranty!! Its easy to get our 15-month old in and out, as well, and with the stain-resistant YES fabric, we dont have to worry as much about spills and messes in a new car!!

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  20MPG, GPS, bluetooth, Comfort - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By GreenCOMPASS - August 27 - 5:13 am

  Quiet ride, GPS easy to use, Gas sticks around 20mpg due to it seems to have to hit 5rpm or higher to shift.4x4 is actually AWD and only 4wd low. seats lay almost flat backwards for naps, very comfortable for a Jeep. Very quiet on the highway and nice ride. Handsfree bluetooth will take over your phone call when you start the truck, nice safety feature, the caller can even hear you clearly and the people in the back seat too! GPS is fairly easy to use, but the huge sound system is not as good as the base model radio due to a 3 band EQ with no sub adjustment. in the 4 fillups Ive had max Ive driven is 250 miles on 13 gallons, been worse ever since.

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  Michigan/Wisconsin Road trip - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By Joe Merriman - May 16 - 8:43 am

  We took a 2163 mile road trip and couldnt believe how smooth the ride was in such a small vehicle. The seat are at just the right height for age 65 to get in and out of. The best mileage 29 least 24. The MPG computer was very accurate. I compare each fill up and follow the mileage. We never felt the transmission shift when going up and down hills. I could see the RPM going up but could not feel it shift gears. Amazing. It fits in the garage better and handles the roads with ease. This is my wifes car. Think I will get me one. I have to 2.0 engine. It has fine pickup.

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  Fun, reliable, useful - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By Lea - April 29 - 2:30 am

  The seats are excellent, build quality is good, no initial problems. The lifetime warranty is drivetrain only, but for $2k I also got the bumper to bumper lifetime. Fun to drive, roomy American made. Am going back to buy another for my daughter.

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  Good Value, Great MPG - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By P Ruth - July 6 - 4:10 pm

  Compass FWD Limited with CVT Bought 3 weeks ago Fun vehicle with great bang for the buck. A bit noisy but otherwise I love it. First tank 29.1 MPG with city in at 25.88 MPG.

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  Surprisingly reliable - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By dteitzel - October 1 - 6:29 am

  Bought the 2008 Compass after being a long time, repeat Toyota buyer. The price was excellent and I got a 3 year gas card that I am still using, every time I get gas I save some change or more. I dont have the confidence in Jeep, but I have been pleasantly surprised. I have not had problems, other than battery died once after a cold spell. The car has never died or stranded me. I have not done any additional service other than the most basic. I have 48K miles on it.

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  CVT is not for lead foot drivers - 2008 Jeep Compass
  By james - May 12 - 1:30 am

  The engine & CVT is set for max engine performance not gas guzzling. Applying gradual pressure to electronic speed control pedal will give you the best acceleration. From take-offs and passing you will notice a difference. And for added speed try running RPMs up and then back off a little on ESCP. This is an analog input devise with no direct connection to throtle valves. Work with on board computer not against it.