Hyundai VENUE vs. Jeep Compass
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai VENUE 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 VENUE and the Jeep Compass.
In comparing the Hyundai VENUE's and the Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai VENUE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai VENUE's and the Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai VENUE is a better car than the Jeep Compass.
Pricing: A used 2024 Hyundai VENUE ranges from $21,544 to $25,089 while a used 2024 Jeep Compass is priced between $29,541 to $41,189. For a new model, the Hyundai VENUE's price is between $21,829 and $25,112, with the Jeep Compass priced between $27,744 and $41,513.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai VENUE loses 35.6 percent of its value and the Jeep Compass loses 36.5 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai VENUE retains 0.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Compass.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai VENUE’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Jeep Compass base engine makes 200 horsepower. The VENUE is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 393 miles. The Compass is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the Hyundai VENUE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Jeep Compass the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the Jeep Compass has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Hyundai VENUE has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Hyundai VENUE and the Jeep Compass have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$21,829 - $25,112
Starting MSRP:
$19,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$24,740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,900 - $32,650
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$27,744 - $41,513
Starting MSRP:
$25,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$24,740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,900 - $32,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,526
Price Range:
$21,544 - $25,089
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$29,059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,526 - $38,837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
510
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
8,628
# Good or Great Deals:
129
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,488
Price Range:
$29,541 - $41,189
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$29,059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,526 - $38,837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,448
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
9,876
# Good or Great Deals:
302
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$7,357
Depreciation %:
37%
Resale Value $:
$12,543
Residual Value %:
63%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
36.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
28% - 42.9%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$9,812
Depreciation %:
37.9%
Resale Value $:
$16,088
Residual Value %:
62.1%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
36.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
28% - 42.9%
Hyundai VENUE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai VENUE
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Compass
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
10.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Hyundai VENUE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 59Ranking
1 out of / 16Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
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20 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
51 out of / 67Ranking
56 out of / 67Ranking
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66 out of / 67Ranking
67 out of / 67Jeep Compass Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 59Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
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29 out of / 67Ranking
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50 out of / 67Ranking
56 out of / 67Ranking
58 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai VENUE Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
Jeep Compass Trim Levels
(Red) Edition, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Sport, 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 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 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:
4 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:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
113 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 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:
1.6 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):
29 / 33 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 393 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
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
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
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
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
31.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.6 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:
2612 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
61.6 inches
Length:
159.1 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3620 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
64.6 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:
185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Intense Blue
Gray
Ecotronic Gray Pearl
Green
Green Apple
Red
Ultimate Red
Silver
Shimmering Silver
White
Lunar White
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Fathom Blue Pearl Coat / Hydro Blue Pearl Coat / Laser Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Baltic Gray Metallic Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Sting-Gray Clear Coat
Green
Not available
Red
Red Hot Pearl Coat / Redline Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat / Silver Zynith Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
