New 2009 Jeep Compass

With best-in-class fuel economy, the 2009 Jeep Compass is a stylish embodiment of the essential spirit of Jeep ruggedness in crossover form.

Like its platform mate, the Jeep Patriot, the Compass is available in two trim levels – the efficient Sport and the upscale Limited. The base 2.0-liter, 158-horsepower 4-cylinder engine has plenty of smooth, quiet power. The uplevel 2.4-liter, 172-horsepower 4-cylinder offers better passing power and quieter highway cruising. The smooth-shifting five-speed manual transmission delivers positive shift action, while a choice of Continuously Variable Transmissions offer seamless gear shifts and adequate low range power for off-road situations. Available Freedom-Drive 1™ 4WD ensures maximum traction and power in a variety of road and weather conditions.  The Compass receives a best-in-class 21-23 mpg in the city and 24-28 mpg on the highway.

Interior seating options include standard 60/40 split folding rear seats, allowing multiple load configurations and a maximum 62.7 cubic feet with the front passenger and rear seats folded. A redesigned instrument panel, door trim panels and center console spice up the interior.  Available leather-trimmed heated front seats providing warmth on cold days and relief for sore muscles. The Compass boasts the incredibly versatile UConnect® system that can fulfill your digital dreams through a 6.5-inch touch screen.  Turn your car into a Wi-Fi hotspot and connect laptops, phones, PSPs, PDAs and play online games, surf the internet and download music.  The 30 GB hard drive lets you upload and store up to 6,700 songs, tons of photos and play your iPod/MP3 player through the sound system.  Include Sirius Satellite Radio, turn-by-turn navigation and Bluetooth connectivity and you’ve just turned your car into the ultimate entertainment. The available 458-watt Premium Sound System has fold-down liftgate speakers to share your music loud and clear.

Standard dual front airbags, available front seat-mounted side airbags, and side-curtain airbags with roll-sensing technology offer optimal front and rear passenger protection. Standard four-wheel antilock disc brakes with Brake Assist and Traction Control help to reduce stopping distances and improve steering control. Handling capabilities are enhanced with an advanced Electronic Stability control system with all-speed traction control, brake assist, and Electronic Roll Mitigation.

With amazing fuel economy for an SUV/crossover, along with capable 4WD and a variety of innovative technology features, the 2009 Jeep Compass is a sleek and solid compact sport utility vehicle.