The Jeep Compass does 25.5 mpg combined (23.1 city, 29.6 highway), which works out to about $1,506 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Engine choice matters more than you'd think: 2L 4-cyl does 25.8 mpg while 2.4L 4-cyl does 25.3 — a difference of $30 a year. Against other 4-cyl cars it sits above the average of 25.4 mpg.
Every Jeep Compass engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl | 23.4 / 30 | 2007–2026 | $1,488 | |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 22.8 / 29.3 | 2008–2022 | $1,518 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.125 |
| Fuel per year | $1,506 |
| Fuel over five years | $7,530 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars | −$6 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,455 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 23.1 mpg | $1,662 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 29.6 mpg | $1,297 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6.5 mpg (28%) | Typical for its type |
How the Compass changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23 / 31 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2025 | 24 / 32 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2024 | 24 / 32 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2023 | 24 / 32 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2022 | 22 / 30 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2021 | 22 / 30 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2020 | 23 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2019 | 23 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2018 | 23 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2017 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2016 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2015 | 23 / 30 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2014 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2013 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2012 | 23 / 29 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2011 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2010 | 23 / 27 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2009 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2008 | 23 / 28 | 1 | $1,536 | |
| 2007 | 23 / 27 | 1 | $1,600 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Jeep Compass get?
25.5 mpg combined on average — 23.1 in the city and 29.6 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2007–2026.
How much does a Jeep Compass cost in fuel per year?
About $1,506 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $7,530 over five years, or 0.125 dollars a mile.
Which Compass engine is the most economical?
The 2L 4-cyl at 25.8 mpg, against 25.3 for the 2.4L 4-cyl — a difference of about $30 a year.
Is the Compass good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other 4-cyl cars it sits above the average of 25.4 mpg, computed across 6877 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.