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Jeep Compass · Model year 2018

2018 Jeep Compass specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2018 Jeep Compass or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 14 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.

Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
14

2018 Jeep Compass specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheet.

General information+
Body StyleSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)
Assembly PlantToluca, Mexico
EPA Vehicle ClassMultipurpose vehicle
Body and chassis+
LayoutTransverse front engine, 4x2 and 4x4
ConstructionSteel uniframe
Engine: 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2+
AvailabilityStandard — All Models
Type and DescriptionIn-line four-cylinder, 16-valve MultiAir with multiport fuel injection
Displacement144 cu. in. (2,360 cc)
Bore x Stroke3.46 X 3.82 (88 X 97)
Valve SystemSOHC, four valves per cylinder
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum block, aluminum cylinder head
Compression Ratio10:1
Power (SAE net)180 hp (134 kW) @ 6,400 rpm
Torque (SAE net)175 lb.-ft. (237 N•m) @ 3,900 rpm
Max. Engine Speed6,400 rpm
Fuel RequirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane
Oil Capacity5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) (total)
Coolant Capacity6.8 quarts (6.45 liters)
Emission ControlsSingle catalytic converter, heated wide band lambda sensor upstream and mid-catalyst heated oxygen sensor
Fuel Economy23 / 32 / 26 (FWD, MTX); 22 / 31 / 25 (AWD, MTX); 22 / 31 / 25 (FWD, ATX); 22 / 30 / 25 (AWD, ATX)
Towing2,000 lbs. (907 kg) (not recommended for FWD)
Engine Assembly PlantSaltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
Transmission: 9HP48 nine-speed automatic+
Availability2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x4)
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Ratio Spread9.81
1st4.71
2nd2.84
3rd1.91
4th1.38
5th1.00
6th0.81
7th0.70
8th0.58
9th0.48
Reverse3.81
Final-drive Ratio3.734; 4.334 (Trailhawk)
Transmission: C635 six-speed manual+
Availability2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x2)
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Gear Spread6.635
1st4.459
2nd2.508
3rd1.556
4th1.142
5th0.852
6th0.672
Transmission: AT6 Aisin six-speed automatic+
Availability2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 (4x2)
DescriptionPlanetary gear train, transverse layout
Gear Spread6.635
1st4.459
2nd2.508
3rd1.556
4th1.142
5th0.852
6th0.672
4x4 systems: Jeep Active Drive, Jeep Active Drive Low+
AvailabilityJeep Active Drive is optional on all models; Jeep Active Drive Low is standard on Trailhawk
TypeFully disconnecting 4x2 mode with automatic 4x4 engagement; Full-time 4x4 mode with active on demand clutch
Operating ModesAuto 4x2/4x4, Neutral
Center Differential TypeNone
Terrain ResponseUnique tuning in all terrain modes
Crawl Ratio20:1 (with Jeep Active Drive Low)
Electrical system+
Alternator160-amp (2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2)
BatteryDual batteries when equipped with electronic stop-start system: 500-amp (primary) 150-amp (secondary) (2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2 with ESS)
Suspension+
FrontMacPherson strut, coil springs, flat front steel crossmember, high-strength steel double shell lower control stabilizer bar
RearChapman strut, high-strength steel links, isolated steel rear cradle for 4x4 and not-isolated for 4x2, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Steering+
TypeElectric power rack and pinion
Overall Ratio15.7
Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)36.3 (11.07) 4x2 and 4x4; 35.3 (10.76) Trailhawk 4x4
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)2.68 (4x2 and 4x4); 2.76 (Trailhawk 4x4)
Brakes+
Front: Size and Type12 x 1.1 (305 x 28) vented rotor with 2.36 (60) single-piston floating caliper
Front: Swept Area (per caliper)138.77 sq. in. (895.3 sq. cm), 1 x 60; 115.88 sq. in. (747.6 sq. cm), 1 x 57
Rear: Size and Type10.95 x 0.47 (278 x 12) solid rotor with 1.5 (38) single-piston floating caliper
Rear: Swept Area (per caliper)101.7 sq. in. (656.4 sq. cm), 1 x 38
Power-assist Type10 (254) vacuum assist
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)Standard
Electronic stability control (ESC)Standard
Parking Brake TypeElectric motor
Dimensions and capacities+
Wheelbase103.8 (2,636)
Track, Front60.7 (1,542)
Track, Rear60.3 (1,532)
Overall Length173 (4,394)
Overall Width (with folded side mirrors)73.8 (1,874)
Overall Width (with open side mirrors)80 (2,033)
Overall Height64.6 (1,641) without rails; 64.8 (1,647) with rails
Load-floor height29.7 (754) (height measured from curb ground to load floor)
Sill-step height19.4 (494) (height measured from curb ground to sill trim)
Ground Clearances4x2 7.8 (198); 4x4 8.2 (208); Trailhawk 4x4 8.5 (216)
Approach Angle, (with air dam) (degrees)4x2 15.8; 4x4 16.8; Trailhawk 4x4 30.3
Breakover Angle (degrees)4x2 21.8; 4x4 22.9; Trailhawk 4x4 24.4
Departure Angle (degrees)4x2 30.8; 4x4 31.7; Trailhawk 4x4 33.6
Curb Weight (kg)3,184 (1,444) 4x2 and 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2; 3,327 (1,509) 4x4 and 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2; 3,633 (1,648) Trailhawk 4x4 with 2.4-liter Tigershark with MultiAir2
Fuel-tank Capacity13.5 gal. (51 liters)
Accommodations: front row+
Seating Capacity — Front/Rear2/3
Headroom without Sunroof39.2 (995)
Headroom with Sunroof38.6 (981)
Legroom41.8 (1,046)
Shoulder Room56.7 (1,439)
Hip Room54.1 (1,375)
Seat Travel8.7 (220) fore/aft travel range
Recliner Range (degrees)Manual/power recliner travel: 69 degrees; Manual fold FWD recliner travel: 107.5 degrees
SAE Volume (standard roof), cu. ft. (cu. m)52.9 (1.49) front passenger volume
Accommodations: second row+
Headroom38.5 (978)
Legroom38.3 (973)
Shoulder Room55.1 (1,400)
Hip Room49.2 (1,250)
SAE Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)46.7 (1.35) Second-row passenger volume
Accommodations: cargo access+
Liftover Height31.1 (792) (Height measured from Curb Ground to Liftgate Scuff Trim)
Maximum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening42.1 (1,069)
Minimum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening36.9 (938)
Maximum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening27.2 (691)
Distance Between Wheelhouse Interior Trim38.1 (968)
Accommodations: SAE cargo volume+
Rear Seats Up, cu. ft. (cu. m)27.2 (0.8)
Rear Seats Folded, cu. ft. (cu. m)59.8 (1.7)
EPA Interior Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m)126.7 (3.6)
Tires+
Standard — Sport 4x2, Sport 4x4Standard — Latitude 4x2, Latitude 4x4Optional — Limited 4x4Standard — TrailhawkOptional — Latitude, Limited (Continental)Optional — Latitude, Limited (Yokohama)
Size and Type215/65R16 BSW All-season225/60R17 BSW All-season235/45R19 BSW All Season215/65R17 OWL All-season225/55 R18 BSW All-season225/55 R18 BSW All-season
Mfr. and ModelContinental CrossContact LX Sport or Kumho Crugen PremiumKumho Crugen Premium or Firestone Destination LE2Continental ContiProContactFalken WildPeak H/TContinentalYokohama
Revs per Mile (km)770 (479)749 (466)766 (476)744 (462.8)744 (462)744 (462)

Column headers come from the printed Availability line of each tire block; the last two blocks share one availability line and are told apart by manufacturer.

Source: 2018 Jeep Compass Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2018 Jeep Compass maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage. Engines: see schedule title.

Service20k30k40k50k60k70k80k90k100k110k120k130k140k150k
If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary.
Inspect the CV joints.
Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary.
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

  • Change oil and filter
  • Rotate the tiresRotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect engine air filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions

2018 Jeep Compass fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)2.4L gasoline engine13.5 gal51 L
Engine oil with filter2.4L gasoline engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified)5.5 qt5.2 L
Cooling system2.4L gasoline engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)6.8 qt6.5 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantOAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) formulaMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oil (2.4L engine)SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395—
Engine oil filter——Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs——Mopar Spark Plugs
Fuel selection (2.4L engine)87 octane, 0-15% ethanol——

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Manual transmission (If equipped)Manual and dual dry clutch transmission fluid—Mopar C Series Manual & Dual Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid
Automatic transmission (Six-speed, FWD models, if equipped)ATF, AW-1 or equivalent—Mopar AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic transmission (Nine-speed, 4WD models, if equipped)ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid
Power transfer unit (PTU) (If equipped)SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Front Axle/PTU Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90 (API GL-5)
Rear differential (RDM) (If equipped)SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5—Mopar Rear Axle/RDM Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90 (API GL-5)
Brake master cylinderDOT 3 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable)—Mopar DOT 3
Refrigerant (2.4L engines, charge 567 g (1.25 lb))R134a——
Compressor oil (2.4L engines, 135 ml (4.56 oz))PAG oil RL-897——

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
2.4L engine87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts100 ft-lb (135 N·m)M12 x 1.2519 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
  • Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts; tighten in a star pattern twice and recheck torque after 25 miles (40 km).
  • Only the 2.4L gasoline engine is listed for this manual.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2018 Jeep Compass owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.

2018 Jeep Compass questions

How much oil does the 2018 Jeep Compass take?

With a filter change: 2.4L gasoline engine (SAE 0W-20, API certified), 5.5 qt / 5.2 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2018 Jeep Compass use?

2.4L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2018 Jeep Compass?

At 20,000 miles: inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary; inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary; inspect the cv joints; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2018 Jeep Compass owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.