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Jeep Compass vs Hyundai Tucson

The Jeep Compass and Hyundai Tucson are both value-minded compact SUVs. The short answer: the Compass includes standard all-wheel drive and an off-road Trailhawk, while the Tucson offers a low starting price, a long warranty, and an available hybrid. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Compass vs Hyundai Tucson: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Compass Hyundai Tucson
Starting MSRP About $30,990 About $29,000
Standard drive All-wheel drive Front-wheel drive (AWD available)
Engine 2.0L turbo (200 hp) 2.5L (187 hp); hybrid available
Fuel economy (combined) Up to 26 mpg Up to 28 mpg
Off-road trim Trailhawk XRT (appearance)
Warranty (powertrain) 5-year / 60,000-mile 10-year / 100,000-mile

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Compass Hyundai Tucson
Starting MSRP About $30,990 About $29,000
Standard all-wheel drive Yes No (available)
Off-road trim Trailhawk (functional) XRT (appearance)
Powertrain warranty 5 yr / 60k 10 yr / 100k

Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.

Drivetrain and off-road

The Compass includes all-wheel drive on every trim and adds the functional Trailhawk with skid plates and a low-range mode. The Tucson starts front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive optional, and its XRT trim is mostly an appearance package.

Price and warranty

The Tucson starts lower, around $29,000, and Hyundai backs it with a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Compass counters with standard all-wheel drive at its price and Jeep off-road capability.

Power and efficiency

The Compass makes 200 horsepower from its turbo four; the Tucson makes 187 from its 2.5-liter, with an available hybrid for higher fuel economy.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Tucson for a lower price and a longer warranty. Choose the Compass for standard all-wheel drive and real off-road ability. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Compass can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Jeep Compass vs Hyundai Tucson FAQ

Is the Jeep Compass better than the Hyundai Tucson?
It depends. The Compass includes standard all-wheel drive and a functional off-road Trailhawk. The Tucson offers a lower price, a longer warranty, and an available hybrid.
Is the Compass cheaper than the Tucson?
No, the Tucson starts a bit lower, around $29,000 versus about $30,990 for the Compass, though the Compass includes all-wheel drive at that price.
Which has the better warranty?
The Tucson. Hyundai’s 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty is longer than Jeep’s 5-year, 60,000-mile coverage.
Does the Compass come with all-wheel drive?
Yes, standard on every trim. The Tucson starts front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive available.
Which is better off-road?
The Compass Trailhawk is the more capable off-roader, with skid plates and a low-range mode. The Tucson XRT is mainly an appearance package.
Which should I buy?
For price and warranty, the Tucson. For standard all-wheel drive and off-road ability, the Compass. We can arrange a Compass test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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