Exterior
The Compass simply looks like the child of a Liberty and a Grand Cherokee. From the front, it most resembles the Liberty, while the rear bears Grand Cherokee-style taillights. However, the side has creased fender bulges that recall the Dodge Dakota pickup. Is it possible the Dakota delivers the mail to the Jeep household? Just a thought....
In this sea of look-alike crossover vehicles, what distinguishes the Compass — or at least the Limited trim level — is aluminum-look trim on the exterior. It's anchored by a rear-bumper overlay that's debossed with the Compass name. A similar panel is on the front bumper, minus the name. The doors have matching moldings that dress up a deliberate accent groove.
Even on the Limited, the side mirrors and door handles are black rather than body-colored. The standard wheels are 17-inch aluminum; the Limited has 18-inch aluminum wheels, which are an option on the lower trim level. The Limited's also come in chrome.
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Exterior
Most debate about the Compass will come from its exterior; no one will say it
isn't daring. My black test vehicle made the most of all the Compass' jutting
edges and odd exterior light placements. ...
Special Care
• If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose
off the undercarriage at least once a month.
• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, ...
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline
with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with ...