2025 Jeep
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 24 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 59.8 ft3 | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 173.4 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.8 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 38.3 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Jeep Compass than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Jeep Compass offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Compass as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Jeep Compass will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
The Jeep Compass is a little wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Jeep Compass has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Compass is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads.
The Jeep Compass has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Jeep Compass and the Volkswagen Tiguan are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Compass and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Jeep Compass has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan.