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Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Jeep Compass

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA and Jeep Compass contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai ELANTRA and the Jeep Compass.

When we compare the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and overall quality score. The Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA's price is between $22,559 and $28,651, with the Jeep Compass priced between $32,590 and $39,587.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA loses 40.6 percent of its value and the Jeep Compass loses 46.1 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai ELANTRA retains 5.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Compass.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.2 out of 10 while the Jeep Compass' quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 37 Best Small Cars and the Jeep Compass being ranked 4 out of 21 Best Subcompact SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.5 out of 10. For the Jeep Compass the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Compass a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Jeep Compass base engine makes 200 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Compass, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Hyundai ELANTRA, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai ELANTRA has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Compass, with an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

22559 - 28651

Starting MSRP:

22025

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

28470

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

21590 - 47100

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

32590 - 39587

Starting MSRP:

30595

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)

27500

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)

21600 - 38900

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

22661

Price Range:

19455 - 26949

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

30314

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

22070 - 52316

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)

32681

Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)

28663 - 44719

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

9115

Depreciation %:

0.41384261

Resale Value $:

12910

Residual Value %:

0.58615739

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)

0.3979908

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)

0.31796157 - 0.42854561

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

14298

Depreciation %:

0.46734553

Resale Value $:

16297

Residual Value %:

0.53265447

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)

0.42521964

Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)

0.34201311 - 0.47626721

Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

8.8 / 10

Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

7.9 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai ELANTRA

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10.1

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

12.4

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

8.8 - 16.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.09

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Compass

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.6

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)

12.5

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)

9.1 - 13.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.137



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.4832701543182303

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

1.8 - 28.7

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

1 / 37

Best Small Cars for Tall People

2 / 37

Most Comfortable Small Cars

5 / 37

Best Small Cars Under $25k

5 / 13

Most Reliable Small Cars Under $25k

6 / 13

Best Small Cars for Teens

6 / 6

Safest Small Cars

7 / 37

Best Small Cars for the Money

7 / 22

Most Affordable Small Cars

7 / 22

Best Small Cars

12 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

12 / 37

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

14 / 37

Most Reliable Small Cars

15 / 37

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

26 / 37

Jeep Compass Rankings

Best Off-road Subcompact SUVs

2 / 21

Most Reliable Subcompact SUVs

2 / 21

Best Subcompact SUVs for the Money

2 / 14

Best Subcompact SUVs Under $30k

2 / 7

Most Reliable Subcompact SUVs Under $30k

2 / 7

Subcompact SUVs with the Most Legroom

3 / 21

Best Subcompact SUVs

4 / 21

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

5 / 56

Subcompact SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 21

Subcompact SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 21

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

5 / 20

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

9 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

9 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

11 / 20

Best Gas Mileage Subcompact SUVs

12 / 21

Most Affordable Subcompact SUVs

12 / 14

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

15 / 56

Best Subcompact SUVs for Tall People

16 / 21

Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value

17 / 21

Most Comfortable Subcompact SUVs

19 / 21

Best Crossover SUVs

23 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

27 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

28 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

39 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

40 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

45 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

52 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

58 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

59 / 67

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels

Limited, N Line, SE, SEL Convenience, SEL Sport

Jeep Compass Trim Levels

Latitude, Latitude Altitude, Limited, Limited Altitude, Trailhawk

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.81 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque:

132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.054 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

200 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

221 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.055 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

14.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

113.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.1 inches

Cargo Space:

27.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

59.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

126.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2725 lbs

Width:

71.9 inches

Height:

55.7 inches

Length:

185.4 inches

Wheelbase:

107.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3620 lbs

Width:

80 inches

Height:

64.8 inches

Length:

173.4 inches

Wheelbase:

103.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

195/65R15

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/55R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Abyss Black Pearl

Blue

Intense Blue Pearl

Gray

Amazon Gray Pearl / Ecotronic Gray Pearl / Fluid Metal Metallic

Red

Ultimate Red Pearl

White

Serenity White Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Not available

Blue

Not available

Gray

Not available

Red

Not available

White

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

Interior Colors

Black

Not available

Gray

Not available

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