Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass
In comparing the Subaru Forester's and the Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Forester has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Jeep Compass 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 base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Forester's and the Jeep Compass's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Forester is a better car than the Jeep Compass.
Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass Pricing
A used 2024 Subaru Forester ranges from $32,324 to $39,982 while a used 2024 Jeep Compass is priced between $29,590 to $42,510. For a new model, the Subaru Forester's price is between $30,617 and $40,108, with the Jeep Compass priced between $30,580 and $43,935.
Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Subaru Forester loses 38.4 percent of its value and the Jeep Compass loses 43.2 percent of its value. This means the Subaru Forester retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Compass.
Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Forester is 8.6 out of 10 while the Jeep Compass' quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Forester being ranked 3 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Jeep Compass being ranked 33 out of 66. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Subaru Forester is ranked 4 and the Jeep Compass is ranked 30.
Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Forester is 8.6 out of 10. For the Jeep Compass the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Forester a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Compass.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Forester’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the Jeep Compass base engine makes 200 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Subaru Forester, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Subaru Forester 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.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30617 - 40108
Used Asking Price:
32324 - 39982
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.383753
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30580 - 43935
Used Asking Price:
29590 - 42510
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.43197
Subaru Forester Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.563112 / 10
Reliability:
8.589335 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.813072 / 10
Reliability:
7.839216 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Subaru Forester Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
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2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
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3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
4 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 56Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
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13 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 56Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 56Ranking
17 out of / 58Ranking
17 out of / 49Ranking
24 out of / 66Ranking
24 out of / 56Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
38 out of / 56Ranking
46 out of / 66Jeep Compass Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
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2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 16Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 58Ranking
13 out of / 49Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 22Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
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25 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
30 out of / 56Ranking
31 out of / 56Ranking
33 out of / 66Ranking
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55 out of / 66Ranking
56 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Subaru Forester Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring, Wilderness
Jeep Compass Trim Levels
(Red) Edition, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Sport, Trailhawk
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
176 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT 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
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
28.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.5 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:
3454 lbs
Width:
80.9 inches
Height:
67.5 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17