2024 Jeep Compass vs. 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Compass

2024 Jeep
Compass

MSRP*: $25,900 to $33,895
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid

2024 Kia
Sportage Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,590 to $37,490
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MPG - City 24 MPG 38 - 42 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 MPG 38 - 44 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.8 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 200 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 173.4 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 73.8 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Head Room Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Jeep Compass, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Compass and the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Convenience
With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Jeep Compass, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Jeep Compass or the Kia Sportage Hybrid, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Jeep Compass is about the same width as the Kia Sportage Hybrid. If you go with the Jeep Compass, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Handling
The Jeep Compass has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Jeep Compass, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sportage Hybrid. The Jeep Compass has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Compass does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Compass and the Kia Sportage Hybrid. The Jeep Compass has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.