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Dodge Journey vs Jeep Compass

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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Overview

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueJeep CompassLatitude
Selected trimSE ValueLatitude
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202026

Pricing & market

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueJeep CompassLatitude
MSRP$23,675 (best)$29,550
Lowest listing price$6,790 (best)$7,199
Median listing price$10,888 (best)$28,838
Highest listing price$15,097 (best)$40,700
For sale now7362 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueJeep CompassLatitude
Combined MPG21 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.5 gal (best)13.5 gal

Performance

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueJeep CompassLatitude
Horsepower172 hp200 hp (best)
Torque165 lb-ft221 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueJeep CompassLatitude
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume67.6 cu ft (best)27.2 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,818 lbs3,620 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)103.8 in
Length192.4 in (best)173.4 in
Width72.2 in73.8 in (best)
Height66.6 in (best)64.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueJeep CompassLatitude
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge JourneyJeep Compass
1

SE Value

$23,675 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Latitude

$29,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Crossroad

$28,595 MSRP

Latitude Altitude

$31,665 MSRP

3—

85th Anniversary Edition

$32,345 MSRP

4—

Limited

$33,560 MSRP

5—

Trailhawk

$34,060 MSRP

6—

Limited Altitude

$35,555 MSRP

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Dodge Journey vs Jeep Compass FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Dodge Journey vs 2026 Jeep Compass on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Dodge Journey starts lower at $23,675. Live Dodge Journey listings start at $6,790. Live Jeep Compass listings start at $7,199.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
The 2020 Dodge Journey leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,675).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
The 2026 Jeep Compass leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
The 2026 Jeep Compass leads on horsepower in this comparison (200).
Which has better seats: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
The 2020 Dodge Journey leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2026 Jeep Compass?
The 2026 Jeep Compass leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Dodge Journey vs 2026 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Journey (4/5 NHTSA overall); Jeep Compass (4/5 NHTSA overall).