The all-new Jeep Compass has arrived in New Zealand offering everything that has made Jeep a legendary global phenomenon and with for a limited time introductory pricing that starts at just $36,990 plus on road costs.

“The all-new Jeep Compass offers an unmatched combination of features that include legendary and best in class 4x4 off-road capability, contemporary and authentic Jeep design, excellent on-road driving dynamics, open-air freedom and a full array of advanced user-friendly connectivity and safety technologies,” says David Smitherman, Chief Executive Officer of Fiat Chrysler New Zealand, the importer of the off-road legend that is Jeep.

“The new Compass represents a key addition to the Jeep portfolio and it enables Jeep to tackle the compact SUV segment, an extremely important and growing segment in New Zealand with a vehicle that meets every requirement of a compact SUV from battling the traffic in Auckland to climbing a mountain in the South Island,” says Mr. Smitherman. “The icing on the cake is that for a strictly limited time we are offering launch pricing that kicks off at just $36,990 plus on road costs to get behind the wheel of a new Jeep Compass.”

To fully address different customer needs, the all-new Compass offers two different powertrain combinations in three different specification configurations: Longitude, Limited – the top-of-the-range trim in terms of refinement, standard technological contents and equipment – and Trailhawk, offering best-in-class Trail Rated 4x4 capability through specific standard features designed for customers demanding the most in terms of off-road capability.

“With the introduction of the all-new Compass, the Jeep brand completes its offering in New Zealand, covering every SUV segment,” says Mr. Smitherman. “The new model provides a compelling proposition for New Zealand customers, by combining legendary Jeep off-road capability with a distinctive design and a variety of user-friendly technologies that ensure a safe, comfortable and connected everyday driving experience, whether its across town, across a river, down to the shops or up a mountain, the Jeep Compass is the ideal companion for every adventure!”

The limited time introductory pricing for the all-new Jeep Compass opens at a recommended retail price of $36,990 plus on road costs for the Jeep Compass Longitude. The Jeep Compass adds four-wheel drive and a wealth of equipment and features for a recommended retail price of $46,990 plus on road costs. The trail rated, ultimate off-road version of the new Jeep Compass, the Trailhawk, is priced for a limited time during the launch period of $49,990 plus on road costs.

Distinctive, contemporary and authentic: The Jeep Compass

The all-new Jeep Compass features a distinctive, contemporary design aesthetic, with a wide stance and exceptional glass-to-body proportions. The all-new compact SUV is immediately recognisable as a Jeep thanks to characteristic traditional design cues, such as the seven-slot grille and the trapezoidal wheel arches. Jeep designers gave the legendary seven-slot grille a fresh look by setting each of the individual chrome slots in a Gloss Black field. LED signature headlamp bezels featuring a black outline add personality and attitude to the face of the all-new Jeep Compass.

A fast, dramatic roofline and muscular fender flares create a stunning profile. A signature, full windows surround (DLO – Daylight Opening), with an element that tracks completely around the vehicle, along with the available Gloss Black painted roof add a unique, premium appearance. An optional dual-pane sunroof designed to maximise surface and headroom delivers the open-air freedom that belongs to the Jeep brand. A standout feature of the rear of the Compass is its unique LED tail lamps: slim and rectangular, the tail lamps flow into the liftgate for a commanding yet premium appearance instantly recognisable as a Jeep Compass on the road or trail.

A total of three designs are available on the new Jeep Compass. The new model rides on 17” (standard on Longitude and Trailhawk which is also fitted with off road tyres), and 18” standard on Limited – all mated to 225 mm wide tyres providing drivers with confident traction in all road conditions.

Jeep Compass will be available in eight different exterior colours:

• Bright White
• Brilliant Black
• Minimal Grey
• Hydro Blue
• Colorado Red
• Grey Magnesio
• Mojave Sand
• Bronze Metallic

Upscale interior design boasts premium features and technology The all-new Jeep Compass interior design features refined materials and technical detail. The trapezoidal centre stack bezel is a characteristic Jeep design cue and sports colour and finish that complement the interior choice. The centre stack houses 8.4-inch touchscreen displays of the Uconnect system. The centre console neatly integrates the functional features of the Jeep Compass, including gear-shift selection, Selec-Terrain controls, electronic parking brake, engine stop-start (ESS) controls, climate and volume control knobs, and easily-accessible media charging and connectivity ports within the cubby bin.

The driver’s instrument cluster is thoughtfully designed and features a 3.5- or 7-inch LED driver information display. The full-colour 7-inch screen displays information that the driver may configure for easier access while driving and is standard on Limited and Trailhawk models.

Advanced user-friendly technology including all-new infotainment systems

The all-new Jeep Compass sets the new standard in terms of infotainment systems in the Jeep lineup. It offers two new Uconnect systems (Uconnect 8.4NAV), delivering communication, entertainment and navigation features to enhance both the driving experience and passengers’ onboard comfort. Uconnect 8.4 NAV systems feature a high definition screen with capacitive touch and include new Apple CarPlay and Android Auto which are standard on Limited and Trailhawk and feature hands-free phone, navigation (only on the 8.4NAV system) and voice texting. These will allow customers to seamlessly integrate their phone’s voice control systems and a full range of infotainment features.

Superior on-road driving dynamics

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ “small wide architecture,” a fully independent suspension, segment-exclusive frequency damping front-and-rear-strut system, and precise electric power steering combine to deliver superior on-road driving dynamics in the all-new Jeep Compass.Compass boasts a rigid foundation. The upper body structure and frame are engineered as a single unit for a stiff and more mass-efficient structure, and it is designed and built with an extensive use of high-strength steel and structural adhesives. More than 65 percent high-strength steel is used for maximising vehicle dynamics and crash performance while optimising weight efficiency.

Best-in-class off-road capability with two leading 4x4 systems

Best-in-class off-road capability comes courtesy of two advanced, intelligent full-time 4x4 systems: The Jeep Active Drive and the Jeep Active Drive Low, the latter with 20:1 crawl ratio, each of which can send 100 percent of available torque to any one wheel when needed. Both Jeep Active Drive and Active Drive Low 4x4 systems include the Jeep Selec-Terrain system, providing up to five modes (Auto, Snow, Sand and Mud modes, plus exclusive Rock mode on the Trailhawk model) for the best four-wheel-drive performance on any surface – on- or off-road – and in any weather condition.

Compass features a disconnecting rear axle and power take-off unit (PTU) - to provide 4x4 models with enhanced fuel economy. Both Jeep Active Drive and Active Drive Low 4x4 systems instantly engage when 4x4 traction is needed. All 4x4 Compass models also feature the 4WD “Lock” function which locks the 4x4 traction permanently and can be selected by the driver with the dedicated button on the Selec-Terrain dial control.

The Trailhawk model features increased ride height of almost 2.5 cm, skid plates, red tow hooks, unique front and rear facia that deliver 30-degree approach, 24.4-degree breakover and 33.6-degree departure angles, aggressive 17-inch off-road tyres and up to 216 mm of ground clearance. For even greater Trail Rated off-road capability, Selec-Terrain includes Selec-Speed Control with Hill-descent Control on Trailhawk models.

A complete powertrain offering

In order to meet all customers’ needs and preferences, the all-new Jeep Compass offers a powertrain range optimised for the New Zealand market that includes a petrol engine and two sophisticated transmissions – the unique in class nine-speed automatic and a six-speed automatic.

The Compass range is powered by the 2.4-litre Tigershark® engine with MultiAir2 delivering 129 kW at 6,400 rpm and 229 Nm of torque and is paired with both the six-speed auto (Longitude variants) the nine-speed automatic gearbox (Limited variants and Trailhawk).

More than 70 advanced safety and security features available

Driver and passenger safety were paramount in the development of the all-new Jeep Compass, which offers more than 70 available active and passive safety and security features including Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Departure Warning, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection, ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines, Automated Parallel and Perpendicular Park assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, electronic stability control (ESC) with electronic roll mitigation and six standard air bags. For added protection, the all-new Compass boasts a “safety cage” construction with more than 65 percent high-strength steel.