Jeep has showcased the European-spec Compass with fresh updates for 2020 . The Jeep Compass now gets a new 1.3-litre petrol engine. The SUV will be available in five colour options like ivory tri-coat, colorado red, blue italia, blue shade and techno green metallic – all of which can be offered in combination with a black roof. The SUV will be available in five trim levels – Sport, Longitude, Night Eagle, Limited and S (depending on the market). The 4x4 TrailHawk version with plug-in hybrid technology will be launched later.
The 2020 Jeep Compass has retained its existing design elements. However, the SUV now gets six new alloy wheel design options ranging from 16 - 19 inch. As for the interior, the infotainment system now gets the latest version of the UConnect.
The European-spec Jeep Compass is offered in both petrol and diesel engine options. The SUV gets a new 1.3-litre, four-cylinder direct injection turbocharged petrol engine. The six-speed manual transmission produces 128bhp, while the six-speed DCT variant produces 148bhp. The vehicle also gets a Sports mode for a more responsive throttle action. The diesel version gets a 1.6-litre Multijet II unit with SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) that produces 118bhp.
The SUV gets the Frequency selective damping technology to offer a stable and comfortable drive experience. The standard feature list includes multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring system and more.
The India-bound Jeep Compass facelift will be unveiled at a later date. The upcoming Jeep Compass facelift in India will compete against the likes of Tata Harrier, Hyundai Tucson and the MG Hector.
