What Makes the Jeep Compass a Great Commuter Vehicle?

Getting to and from work is a big part of most of our lives. For many of us, this involves a daily drive that can take a good portion of each morning, as well as a weekly supply of gasoline. With gas prices still fairly high across the country, making this drive can cut into the amount of money we actually take home each week from our job. In addition, the daily drive can be quite an unpleasant experience if you are in a car you really don’t enjoy driving. This is why you should look for a Jeep Compass dealer near you.

Luckily, Zimmer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is here to help you find a Jeep Compass model that can handle your commute. You’ll find that we can point you in the right direction for the solution that will not only save you money at the gas pump but also give you a vehicle that you are certain to find fun to drive. At Zimmer CDJR, we carry the full lineup of Jeep models, including the 2022 Jeep Compass, a Jeep that is designed with commuters like you in mind.

The 2022 Jeep Compass is a subcompact SUV with a difference. It combines a fuel-efficient engine with the ruggedness and dependability you are only going to find in a Jeep. In addition, the Compass will keep you headed in the right direction with a very comfortable interior that features the latest safety and infotainment technology to make getting to your job an enjoyable experience.

The Second Generation of a Great Little SUV

The 2022 Jeep Compass represents the second generation of this compact SUV. The Compass first hit the market in 2007, with the next generation hitting the road in 2018. The 2022 model provides a refreshed interior and exterior that helps this Compass stand out from a crowded field of directionless competitors. The front end has been given the same look as the larger Grand Cherokee model, and the overall exterior is sleeker and more aerodynamic than in prior years. In addition, the interior is more luxurious than ever, making this appear to be a much larger vehicle from the inside out. In fact, the 2022 Compass has over 100 cubic feet of passenger space, with a very generous 41.8 inches of legroom in the front row of seats. There is also 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk, which can be easily increased to 59.8 cubic feet simply by folding down the rear row of seats.

One of the best things about driving the Compass to work is the advanced UConnect 5 infotainment system. This system comes with a spacious 8.4-inch color touchscreen on most models, with some of the upper trim levels featuring a 10.1-inch touchscreen. This will allow you to access Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you can stream all your favorite music and entertainment during your daily drive. In addition, the Uconnect 5 system will help you stay in touch with Bluetooth connectivity. This will allow you to get messages and calls from the office on the way to work, as well as during your drive home.

If you want the ultimate in luxury, you should consider the Latitude Lux and Limited trims of the 2022 Jeep Compass. These models feature heated leather seats that are not just incredibly comfortable but will be sure to keep you warm on cold winter mornings.

A Fuel-Efficient Engine That Provides Solid Performance

Every model of the 2022 Jeep Compass comes equipped with a 2.4-liter Tigershark I-4 gas engine that features the MultiAir2 electro-hydraulic, fully variable valve-actuation system. This will help you get the most out of the engine’s 16 valves. As a result, the aptly named Tigershark engine can efficiently deliver 177 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque, giving you the ability to go from 0 to 60 mph in 9.3 seconds with a top cruising speed of 117 mph. This will help you get onto a busy highway without too much difficulty.

Jeep gives you a choice of drivetrain and transmission with the 2022 Compass. The Sport, Latitude, and Altitude models are all front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, while the Latitude Lux, Limited, Trailhawk, and special edition Red trims each have four-wheel drive standard, giving you added traction on and off the road. If there is one thing that Jeep knows, it is how to get the most out of the four-wheel drive. This is especially true of the Trailhawk, which is an amazing off-road model. As for transmissions, the Sport and Latitude models pair their Tigershark engines with a six-speed automatic transmission, with the Altitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Trailhawk, and Compass Red models featuring a nine-speed automatic transmission that is exceptionally responsive.

The real key to the 2022 Jeep Compass is its exceptional fuel economy. This is a vehicle that will not cut into your budget, allowing you to save money every day you drive to work. What’s more, the Compass gets equally good gas mileage no matter which model you choose. If you go for the 2022 Compass Sport, Latitude, or Altitude with front-wheel drive, you can expect to get up to 22 MPG in the city, 31 MPG on the highway, and 25 MPG combined. If you decide to pay a little more for a four-wheel drive model like the Latitude Lux, Limited, Trailhawk, or Red, you will still get excellent fuel economy of 22 MPG in the city, 30 MPG on the highway, and 25 MPG combined. As a result, you will be able to get the most out of each tank of gas regardless of whether your daily drive involves freeways, local roads, or a combination of the two.

Pointing in the Right Direction to Safety

Jeep has equipped every 2022 Jeep Compass with a standard set of driver assistance features as part of the Jeep Advanced Safety Group. Making these features standard on all models of the Compass shows Jeep’s commitment to passenger safety.

The Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking will alert you if there is an imminent collision with the vehicle in front of you. The system will then automatically engage the emergency brakes, bringing your Compass to a safe stop or helping to reduce any damage caused by an unavoidable crash. In addition, the standard Pedestrian and Cyclist Emergency Detection system is specifically designed to recognize these people as well and utilize the emergency brakes to avoid striking a pedestrian or cyclist with your Jeep Compass.

One of the most common causes of highway collisions is changing lanes. Whether this is the result of an intentional lane change or a distracted driver drifting out of the lane, the 2022 Jeep Compass has you covered. The Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection will let you know if the lane is clear before you change, which is a real help when you are trying to get over for your exit on a crowded highway. Meanwhile, the Active Lane Management system on your Compass will come into play if you start to drift out of your lane. The alert will sound to let you know you have crossed a lane divider, and the feature will use slight steering adjustments to get you and your Compass back on the straight and narrow.

The Rear Cross Path Detection also works well with the standard ParkView Rear Back Up Camera on the Compass. As you back out of a parking space, the camera will show you the view behind your Jeep Compass on the Uconnect 5 touchscreen. Meanwhile, the Rear Cross Path Detection will sound if another vehicle or a pedestrian is about to cross into the path of your Compass from an area outside of the camera’s viewpoint. This will make it safer and easier for you to back out of spaces, especially if you are carrying a great deal of cargo in the trunk of your Compass.

There is a reason why the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (“IIHS”) named the 2022 Jeep Compass a Top Safety Pick in its vehicle class. This is because of the commitment to passenger safety shown by Jeep in equipping the Compass with so many advanced safety features.

All Signs Point to a Great Commute

From its powerful, fuel-efficient Tigershark engine to its roomy interior features, the 2022 Jeep Compass has everything you need to make facing your daily commute less stressful than it has to be. In fact, the advanced Uconnect 5 infotainment system can actually help make the commute fun. In addition, the standard Jeep Advanced Safety Group system will help you get to work as safely as possible. This Jeep model is an all-around perfect choice for any commuter.