The redesigned 2017 Jeep Compass' interior is a step above the outgoing model's cabin- Cars.USNews
2017 Jeep Compass Seating and Comfort
The interior of the all-new Jeep Compass has been redesigned and is now crafted with loads of soft-touch materials. That said, there are some hard plastics found on the door panel. The design of the dashboard is boring but at the time quite utilitarian. All five seats are dressed in cloth on lower trims while higher versions get leather-trimmed seats. The front seats are comfortable, supportive, and are well-cushioned. An 8-way power driver's seat with a heated function is reserved only for the top-end Limited trim.
Passenger space is great in the front row. Even the rear-seat occupants will enjoy a good amount of leg and knee room. Though, the short overall height means headroom will be restricted for taller people. The rear seats also feel comfortable as the seatback is set at a good angle while there's ample under-thigh support too. Seating a third person could be an issue due to the contour of the seat bottom and the transmission tunnel. There are rear vents that are slightly lower mounted for the rear passengers too.
| Models |
2017 Jeep Compass |
2017 Ford Escape |
2017 Chevrolet Equinox |
2017 Mazda CX-5 |
| Passenger Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
| Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.2/56.7/41.8 |
39.9/55.9/43.1 |
40.9/55.8/41.2 |
39.7/57.1/41.0 |
| Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
38.5/55.1/38.3 |
39.0/55.2/37.3 |
39.2/55.3/39.9 |
39.0/54.8/39.6 |
The Chevrolet Equinox has the most spacious rear row in this competition. The Ford Escape offers the least legroom for the rear occupants. On the other hand, the Mazda CX-5 offers slightly rear head and legroom than the Compass. Speaking of interior quality, the CX-5'cabin has a better fit and finish in this competition.
2017 Jeep Compass Infotainment System
The base Sport trim comes with a Uconnect 5 infotainment system that includes a 5-inch touchscreen display featuring Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and a hands-free text message feature. However, it can be upgraded to a 7-inch touchscreen with SiriusXM, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay compatibility that runs on the updated Uconnect 7 interface. The Uconnect 8.4 system with an 8.4-inch touchscreen display is only standard on the Trailhawk and Limited trims.
This system features an integrated voice-activated navigation system, Siri Eyes Free, traffic, and weather updates. A 6-speaker sound system is standard on all trim levels. Irrespective of the screen size, the layout is clean and simple but response times are laggy. The buttons and knobs present below the screen make it easy to change the settings. Even the smallest screen support pinch-to-zoom gesture, which is really cool. The intuitive interface makes it easy to use.
2017 Jeep Compass Interior Features
The cabin highlights of the Compass are mentioned below:
- Tilt & telescopic multi-function leather steering wheel
- 8-way power driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- Cloth & leather upholstery
- Push-button start
- Remote engine start
- 5-inch touchscreen display
- 8.4-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 6-speaker sound system
2017 Jeep Compass Cargo Capacity
Cargo capacity is not the strongest point in the Jeep Compass. It offers 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space that's small for a compact SUV but good for a sub-compact SUV. Either way, this is a decent way to pack your gear. Thanks to the 60/40 split-seat function, the rear seats fold to give 59.8 cubic feet.
The rear seats do not fold completely flat on this vehicle. Therefore, carrying long items would not be a great idea. Unfortunately, a power tailgate is offered even on the top-most Limited trim, which is kind of disappointing. Also, the high loading lip of this vehicle can make things challenging while putting things into the cargo area.
| Models |
2017 Jeep Compass |
2017 Ford Escape |
2017 Chevrolet Equinox |
2017 Mazda CX-5 |
| Cargo Capacity (cu-ft.) |
27.2 |
34.0 |
31.5 |
30.9 |
With a maximum cargo space of 67.8 cubic feet, the Ford Escape is the clear winner here. The Chevrolet Equinox comes in second with 63.7 cubic feet. The cargo volume of the Mazda CX-5 is almost similar to the Compass which is 59.6 cubic feet. Also, all these rivals offer an available power tailgate too.
