2007 Jeep Compass
Tuesday, June 13th, 2006
Jeep blazes a new trail with its first car-type SUV. The 2007 Jeep Compass shares its basic design with the Caliber compact car from Dodge, which, like Jeep, is part of Chrysler. Compass seats five and comes with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Like Caliber, it’s a 4-dr wagon, but has Jeep styling cues, 1-inch higher ground clearance, and a more sophisticated AWD system.
The only engine available in the 2007 Compass is a 172-hp 4-cyl. It teams with a 5-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) with near-infinite drive ratios. The AWD system lacks low-range gearing but has a dashboard switch to lock in a 50/50 front/rear torque split to improve slippery-surface traction.
Standard are ABS, curtain side airbags, and an antiskid system with rollover sensors. Front-drive versions get traction control. Available features include front side airbags, heated seats, and leather upholstery. A fold-flat front passenger seatback is optional, as are reclining split rear seatbacks.
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