Up to 600 km, 375 horsepower, and all-wheel drive: Jeep offers two very different ways to drive an electric Compass.

Choosing a next-generation SUV no longer depends solely on range, battery capacity, or charging speed. The type of use intended for it also plays a role. Jeep builds on this concept by offering two very different versions of the Compass: a 213 HP variant designed to combine comfort, efficiency, and versatility, and another 375 HP version that adds a second engine and all-wheel drive for those seeking higher performance and more capabilities off the road.

The difference between the two isn’t limited to horsepower. The first opts for a more rational and versatile approach, while the second enhances the 4x4 character that has traditionally defined Jeep, expanding possibilities for those who want to use the vehicle even off regular roads. The real choice lies in determining what type of use fits each driver best and how far they want to take the SUV’s characteristics.

213 HP and up to 500 km range to simplify switching

The 213 CV version is likely the most sensible way to understand the new electric Compass. It features a 157 kW motor with 345 Nm of torque, drives the front wheels, and can travel up to 500 kilometers according to the European WLTP cycle.

These figures are designed so that the transition from a combustion engine model doesn’t require major changes to driving habits. The range is sufficient to cover daily commutes with ample headroom and to handle road trips by using fast charging when needed.

This version supports up to 160 kW of DC charging, allowing the battery to be recharged from about 20% to 80% in roughly half an hour. It also has a 11 kW onboard charger for AC charging.

But the Compass’s advantages don’t end with its propulsion system. At 4.55 meters in length, it falls squarely within the compact family SUV segment, featuring a trunk capacity of up to 550 liters plus an additional 34 liters distributed across various storage areas inside the cabin. In other words, electrification doesn’t require sacrificing the practicality expected from a car of this size.

It also significantly transforms the interior experience. The multimedia system includes a 16-inch central display, along with digital instrumentation, wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and various driving assistants.

In essence, it is the Compass for those who want the electric car to fit into their routine, rather than having to adapt their routine to the car.

Compass 4xe takes electricity to new terrain

However, there are drivers who expect more from a Jeep. Here comes the Compass 4xe Full Electric with 375 CV—a designation that this time refers not to a plug-in hybrid, but to a pure electric vehicle with two electric motors and all-wheel drive. The approach is fundamentally different.

The front engine delivers 157 kW, while the rear engine reaches 132 kW. The result is a maximum combined power of 375 horsepower, but the real advantage lies in having an independent engine for each axle.

This allows for a completely different approach to traction control compared to the front-wheel-drive Jeep Compass electric, restoring some of the characteristics that have traditionally defined Jeep.

The brand has gone beyond simply installing a second engine. This version features a suspension raised by an additional 10 millimeters, specific protections for the undercarriage, and a setup designed to enhance its performance off-road. The Selec-Terrain system allows selection between five driving modes: Auto, Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud, and 4WD Lock.

Its wading capacity even reaches 480 millimeters.

More power, but also over 600 kilometers

It might seem logical to assume that such a performance-focused approach would require significant compromises in terms of range. However, the 4xe uses a 96.1 kWh usable battery and achieves over 600 kilometers of combined WLTP range. Charging from 20% to 80% can be completed in approximately 27 minutes under optimal conditions.

Thus, the differences between the two electric Compass models aren’t simply that one has 213 HP and the other 375 HP. The first model focuses on balancing range, space, comfort, and ease of use. The second adds more power, two engines, all-wheel drive, and improved off-road capabilities, while still maintaining a range suitable for long trips.

The same Compass, but for two different drivers

Both models are based on the same platform, the STLA Medium, and share many of the features that define this new generation.

The elevated driving position, robust design, interior space, and advanced technology keep the Compass recognizable even after completely abandoning the internal combustion engine.

And that is perhaps where one of the most interesting aspects of this lineup lies. Electrification is causing many SUVs to end up offering relatively similar designs. Jeep tries to capitalize on this technological shift without diluting what has historically distinguished its vehicles.

For someone who primarily uses the vehicle for work, family trips, and road adventures, 213 horsepower, front-wheel drive, and a range of up to 500 kilometers may form a more logical combination.

For those who also want to go on short excursions, drive regularly on challenging terrain, or simply seek better performance and traction, the 375-horsepower 4xe offers a different solution.

It’s not necessarily about deciding which one is better. The question posed by the new electric Jeep Compass is another: what type of electric driving experience fits best with how you actually use your car?