The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV. It uses a 172 hp (128 kW) 2.4 L GEMA I4 gasoline engine and will also get a 2.0 liter Volkswagen-designed diesel engine for the European and Australian markets. The 2.0 liter GEMA engine is available on the 4X2 Sport model. The 2.0 diesel from Volkswagen is the same as used in the Volkswagen Passat. Jeep Compass also features an electronically-controlled all wheel drive system with variable torque between speeds of 25 and 65 mph (105 km/h) for optimal handling. However, the base model version has only FWD, a first for any Jeep. The Compass will be the first Jeep offered in many years that isn’t badged as “Trail Rated”. This indicates that the Compass has not passed the same testing of off-road ability as other Jeep vehicles in terms of traction, ground clearance, maneuverability, articulation, and water fording. Since the similar Dodge Caliber debuted with an SRT treatment, the Compass is expected to get the SRT treatment, possibly in 2007.
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