Jeep Compass vs. Volvo XC60
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Compass and Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60.
When we compare the Jeep Compass's and the Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and interior volume. The Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Compass's and the Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: For a new model, the Jeep Compass's price is between $32,590 and $39,587, with the Volvo XC60 priced between $51,120 and $64,630.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Compass loses 46.1 percent of its value and the Volvo XC60 loses 53.7 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Compass retains 7.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC60.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Compass is 7.7 out of 10 while the Volvo XC60's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Compass being ranked 4 out of 21 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Volvo XC60 being ranked 3 out of 28 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Compass is 7.9 out of 10. For the Volvo XC60 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Volvo XC60 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Compass.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Compass’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Volvo XC60 base engine makes 247 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Compass, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo XC60, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volvo XC60 has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Compass, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
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
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
51120 - 64630
Starting MSRP:
49700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
47438
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
24600 - 63100
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:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
57623
Price Range:
53760 - 63141
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
59368
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
57126 - 63354
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
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
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo XC60
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
16.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
15.0
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.0 - 16.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.293
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Jeep Compass Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
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3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 56Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 14Ranking
15 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
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19 out of / 21Ranking
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27 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
39 out of / 67Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
45 out of / 67Ranking
52 out of / 67Ranking
58 out of / 67Ranking
59 out of / 67Volvo XC60 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
7 out of / 68Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 64Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
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53 out of / 68Ranking
54 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Jeep Compass Trim Levels
Latitude, Latitude Altitude, Limited, Limited Altitude, Trailhawk
Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
B5 Core, B5 Plus, B5 Ultra, B5 Ultra Black Edition
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 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:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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):
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:
AWD
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
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
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
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:
Available
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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Bright Dusk Metallic / Vapour Grey Metallic
Green
Forest Lake Green Metallic
Red
Mulberry Red Metallic
Silver
Aurora Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Cardamom in Charcoal/Cardamom Interior
