You all know the story of this tall, timid guy who gets bossed around at work and, after changing clothes in the nearest phone booth, goes out saving the world like a true superhero. Whether his name is Clark Kent or Peter Parker, I’m sure you’ve all marveled at the courage and bravery of his Superman/Spiderman alter ego.
The 2010 Jeep Compass is a different kind of hero. Beyond its timid looks is an ability to exceed expectations at the most opportune time, albeit around the city instead of out in the bush. This vehicle shines when it comes to effectively hauling your family from place to place. If you’re dreaming of a burly superhero that overflows with testosterone and displays Everest-sized capabilities, well, just look elsewhere.
Super Compass? Maybe not. Competent Compass? Most definitely!
Urban attire
The Compass is a true little Jeep sporting the prominent round headlights and seven-slit grille the brand is famous for. The design is a few years old and somewhat controversial, but it generally seems to age well and garner praise from many onlookers. Jeep initially expected this cute ‘ute to attract mainly women, but lo and behold, men are equally attracted to it.
The side sculpting and tall wheel arches are also typically Jeep. True, the rear section does not convey similar machismo, but it certainly works toward that under-the-radar part of its split personality.
Nowhere is the identity crisis more evident than inside, however. Build quality fails to impress, materials mostly consist of hard, uninspiring plastics, and the overly-firm bucket seats offer little support although their easy adjustments quickly help you find a good driving position. Rear passengers, meanwhile, will enjoy more than decent room but not enough comfort.
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| The Jeep Compass is timid looks is an ability to exceed expectations at the most opportune time. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com) |
The 2010 Jeep Compass is a different kind of hero. Beyond its timid looks is an ability to exceed expectations at the most opportune time, albeit around the city instead of out in the bush. This vehicle shines when it comes to effectively hauling your family from place to place. If you’re dreaming of a burly superhero that overflows with testosterone and displays Everest-sized capabilities, well, just look elsewhere.
Super Compass? Maybe not. Competent Compass? Most definitely!
Urban attire
The Compass is a true little Jeep sporting the prominent round headlights and seven-slit grille the brand is famous for. The design is a few years old and somewhat controversial, but it generally seems to age well and garner praise from many onlookers. Jeep initially expected this cute ‘ute to attract mainly women, but lo and behold, men are equally attracted to it.
The side sculpting and tall wheel arches are also typically Jeep. True, the rear section does not convey similar machismo, but it certainly works toward that under-the-radar part of its split personality.
Nowhere is the identity crisis more evident than inside, however. Build quality fails to impress, materials mostly consist of hard, uninspiring plastics, and the overly-firm bucket seats offer little support although their easy adjustments quickly help you find a good driving position. Rear passengers, meanwhile, will enjoy more than decent room but not enough comfort.
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| Under the hood of the 2010 Jeep Compass lies a small 4-cylinder engine producing 172 horsepower. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com) |