Jeep Compass vs. Kia Niro
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Compass and Kia Niro 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 Jeep Compass and the Kia Niro.
When comparing the Jeep Compass's and the Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Niro has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Compass's and the Kia Niro's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Compass is a better car than the Kia Niro.
Pricing: A used 2024 Jeep Compass ranges from $29,541 to $41,189 while a used 2024 Kia Niro is priced between $26,653 to $37,088. For a new model, the Jeep Compass's price is between $27,744 and $41,513, with the Kia Niro priced between $28,375 and $37,092.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Compass loses 36.5 percent of its value and the Kia Niro loses 40.4 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Compass retains 4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Niro.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Compass is 8.0 out of 10 while the Kia Niro's quality rating is 7.4 out of 10.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Compass is 7.9 out of 10. For the Kia Niro the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Compass an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Niro.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Compass’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Kia Niro base engine makes 139 horsepower. The Compass is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Niro is rated to deliver an average of 49 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. This gives the Kia Niro the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Compass. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Niro, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Jeep Compass, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Kia Niro has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Compass, with an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
27744 - 41513
Starting MSRP:
25900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
24740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19900 - 32650
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
28375 - 37092
Starting MSRP:
26940
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
34243
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
26940 - 41400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
34488
Price Range:
29541 - 41189
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
29059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23526 - 38837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1405
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
21637
# Good or Great Deals:
444
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
31557
Price Range:
26653 - 37088
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
37402
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
31557 - 43791
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
113
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
14189
# Good or Great Deals:
37
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
9812
Depreciation %:
0.37884711
Resale Value $:
16088
Residual Value %:
0.6211528900000001
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.36749929
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.2801152 - 0.4291516
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
11293
Depreciation %:
0.41917658
Resale Value $:
15647
Residual Value %:
0.58082342
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
0.42109205
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
0.41308613 - 0.43350384
Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.034767 / 10
Reliability:
7.870287 / 10
Retained Value:
8.234015 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Niro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.382003 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.986009 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
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 - 14.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.108
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Niro
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.081
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.160783946552034
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.221684094001092
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Subcompact SUVs)
1.7 - 3.3
Jeep Compass Rankings
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59 out of / 67Kia Niro Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
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2 out of / 5Ranking
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36 out of / 36Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Jeep Compass Trim Levels
(Red) Edition, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Sport, Trailhawk
Kia Niro Trim Levels
EX, EX Touring, LX, SX, SX Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 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:
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
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.28 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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
53 / 45 / 49
Range (city/hwy):
588 / 500 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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
22.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.9 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3071 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
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
Red
Red Hot Pearl Coat / Redline Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat / Silver Zynith Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Blue
Not available
Gray
Graphite Gray / Steel Gray
Red
Runway Red
Silver
Not available
White
Snow White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
