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2009 Jeep Compass MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Jeep Compass is a SUV offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (23 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 25 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 7th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 23 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #7 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Jeep Compass's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway2811.98.4
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 7Jeep Compass25 MPG $1,860
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 CompassOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Compass MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Compass 2WD		 Gas 23 MPG 28 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
4WD/AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Compass 4WD		 Gas 23 MPG 28 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Compass 2WD		 Gas 23 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Compass 2WD		 Gas 23 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · CVT
Compass 2WD		 Gas 21 MPG 25 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
4WD/AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · CVT
Compass 4WD		 Gas 21 MPG 24 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

2009 Jeep Compass vs. rivals

vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Highlander Hybrid saves $72/yr vs Chevrolet HHR 26 MPG · $1,788/yr HHR saves $72/yr vs Toyota RAV4 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Compass saves $78/yr vs Ford Escape 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Compass saves $78/yr vs Mazda Tribute 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Compass saves $78/yr vs Nissan Rogue 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Compass saves $78/yr vs Toyota Venza 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Compass saves $78/yr vs Saturn Vue Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Vue Hybrid saves $199/yr vs Ford Escape Hybrid 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Escape Hybrid saves $407/yr vs Mazda Tribute Hybrid 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Tribute Hybrid saves $407/yr vs Mercury Mariner Hybrid 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Mariner Hybrid saves $407/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Jeep Compass?

Up to 25 MPG combined (23 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 22 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Jeep Compass use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Jeep Compass?

The 2009 Jeep Compass's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Jeep Compass per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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