Provide unprecedented fuel economy and 4x4 off-road capabilities in the compact SUV segment, the new 2011 Jeep Compass has an excellent new and sophisticated design, with rates derived directly from the premium brand icon, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Along with a number of improvements to the interior and improved ride and handling in all conditions - Courtesy of steering and suspension upgrade - the new Jeep Compass offers a unique blend of high style, capacity, efficiency and value not is unique in the compact SUV segment.
"With the new Jeep Compass 2011, rates were applied exclusively designed by our award-winning new Grand Cherokee," said Mike Manley, president and CEO - Jeep, Chrysler Group LLC "Combined with the new development. Interiors, and improvements to steering and suspension systems, the Jeep Compass offers consumers the perfect combination of style, capacity, fuel efficiency, effectiveness, safety and value in the compact SUV segment important. "
By offering the flexibility of packaging and inside a SUV with the performance, fuel economy, and the price of a compact car, the new 2011 Jeep Compass also has more than 30 safety and security features, including side air bags curtain airbags, electronic stability program (ESC), electronic roll compensation, Hill Start Assist (manual transmission), side curtain airbags for all rows of seating and Pre-mounted side airbags.
Design
The new 2011 Jeep Compass has a distinct family resemblance to the new premium Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011.
When a new hood, new front fenders, new fascia and new headlights and new grille, which is a detailed portion of the small chrome surround traditional sources can be found in all seven Jeep vehicles, the new face of the Compass has more serious, but subtle, design. Forward lighting has improved the use of a reflector quad headlamps and fog lights are now in the production of projector lamps. Adding some muscle, the hood has been improved a subtle power bulge. The result is a car that projects an attitude that is much more serious, and the ability to convey the Jeep Compass in all weather conditions and driving.
Bright new work from outside the refined touch entire loan without compromising performance off-road, the Jeep Compass. Band caps were added in 2011, serving combat debris while driving in heavy weather or off-road, and gives a new look.
This trend continues with improvements to the rear of the Compass. A new rear fascia, new rear spoiler and subtle body-color, high-end touches including new LED taillights and the Limited model, bright trim on the step and chrome exhaust tips adorn the new Jeep Compass 2011. To top it off was a new set of roof bars designed with an aerodynamic look and a small amount of bright work. 2011-new Compass sport rims aluminum 17-inch and 18 inch aluminum or chrome wheels available on Limited models.
interior improvements for the 2011 Jeep Compass include new soft-touch door trim panels with a padded surface, a new center armrest, a wheel of Jeep new direction with built-in controls that allow the driver to operate the radio, cruise control , hands-free phones, and other vehicle functions, while their hands on the wheel, the interior with new premium cloth seats bucket cloth front, speed standard on all models, new backlight door switches, door locks, power windows and mirror controls.
The new 2011 Jeep Compass offers a range of clever features customers appreciate the ability to go to work, driving in difficult weather conditions, explore new ways or from a distance. Uconnect multimedia center with an iPod interface, Sirius satellite radio, navigation with SIRIUS Travel Link, power sunroof, premium audio system with nine-speaker Boston Acoustic, illuminated cup holders, rear door speakers and rear seats fold flat are some of the cool features available with the ideal Jeep Compass compact SUV, which allows consumers to enjoy all the adventures.
Jeep Compass 2011 is packed with standard features that offer value and convenience for drivers and passengers. Standard features include air conditioning, power windows, power locks, heated mirrors, keyless entry, alloy wheels, fog lamps, cruise control and sun protection glass.
New for 2011 Jeep Compass offers an optional all-weather capability Group, which includes 17-inch Goodyear all-terrain tires, all season mats, daytime lights headlamps, engine block heater and tow hooks.
Ability to segment leader
2011 Jeep Compass offers customers unprecedented ability off-road Jeep 4x4 with Freedom Drive II. The new Jeep Compass also features a revised suspension for 2011, with more spring rates and damping, rebound springs added, and a larger rear stabilizer bar diameter. Despite these characteristics, the ability of many, the 2011 Jeep Compass offers unsurpassed fuel economy in its segment 4x4.
Jeep Compass is available in three configurations transmission. In addition to front-wheel-drive system standard, the Jeep Compass is available with Freedom Drive I and Freedom Drive II Off-Road.
Freedom Drive I is an available full-time, active on four-wheel drive system with lock mode designed to give drivers year-round security with the ability to handle bad weather and low grip conditions. This drive system active four-wheel drive is recommended for everyday use, including slick conditions that come with rain and light snow. Freedom Drive I also have a lockable center coupling, giving drivers the opportunity to put Jeep Compass in four-wheel-drive Lock mode to handle deep snow, sand and other surfaces with low grip.
The Freedom Drive II Off-Road is a four-wheel drive available that offers the capability of Jeep Trail Rated as a compass. The Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package includes a second generation bridge continuous variable with low range (CVT2L) that is activated when off-road mode is activated, the 17-inch all-terrain tires and aluminum wheels, a tower a thumbs up, a tire full size spare, skid plates, tow hooks, fog lamps and manual seat height. The available Freedom Drive II Off-Road situations is recommended for moderate off-road including steep grades, occasional wheel lift and rock or log climbing.
The powertrain of 2011 Jeep Compass is designed to provide world-class performance in all weather conditions, fuel economy and refinement, all at affordable prices, value-packed prices.
Jeep Compass offers a standard 2.0-liter World Engine Compass and Latitude models that provides 158 horsepower (117 kW) and 141 lb.-ft. (191 N • m) of torque to the continuously variable transmission (CVT2), and delivery unparalleled 23 mpg city and 29 mpg on the highway when mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
Testing 2.4-liter engine produces 172 horsepower in the world and 165 lb.-ft. of torque and is available on all models and standard on the Limited. This 2.4-liter World Engine has dual variable valve timing (VVT) on both intake exhaust camshafts, which helps optimize the torque curve at all speeds and produces more power, better fuel economy and smoother, quieter without dual VVT engine. Dual VVT is a technology typically not available on vehicles sold in the U.S. in the price category of the Jeep Compass. Jeep Compass 2.4 liter four-cylinder mated to a five-speed manual transaxle in front wheel drive configuration offers unparalleled 23 miles per gallon (mpg) city and 29 mpg on the highway.
Jeep Compass is also a standard five-speed manual on the motor has an output level of the compass and the CVT, which is available on the Compass and the standard Latitude models and Limited. .. CVT2 Compass' is a second-generation CVT that Chrysler Group engineers calibrated for pleasure engine response and precise ratio control CVT2 to promote fuel economy improvement of 6-8 percent compared to traditional four-speed automatic Jeep Compass CVT2 also improves vehicle performance compared with traditional self-drive axles because of optimized gear ratios, especially 30 to 60 mph in the field of transit operations.
2011 Jeep Compass also offers up to £ 2000. towing capacity.
Jeep Compass model line
2011 Jeep Compass is available in three configurations: the compass, latitude and limited. All are available with front-wheel drive, the freedom that the unit full time, active 4x4 system and the Freedom Drive II Off-road full-time, active 4x4 system with low range capability.
The 2011 Jeep Compass is available in the following exterior colors: Black Berry Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Clear Coat, Deep Cherry Red Crystal Clear Coat Deep gray (limited availability) and minerals Gray Pearl Coat (late availability).
Built at the Belvidere assembly plant in Belvidere, Ill., in 2011 new Jeep Compass Jeep arriving at dealerships in December 2010.