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Honda Element vs Jeep Compass

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

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2011 Honda Element

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2027 Jeep Compass

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Overview

SpecHonda ElementLXJeep CompassLatitude
Selected trimLXLatitude
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112027

Pricing & market

SpecHonda ElementLXJeep CompassLatitude
MSRP$20,825 (best)$29,990
Lowest listing price—$17,516 (best)
Median listing price—$33,235 (best)
Highest listing price—$38,340 (best)
For sale now037 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda ElementLXJeep CompassLatitude
Combined MPG22 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)14 gal

Performance

SpecHonda ElementLXJeep CompassLatitude
Horsepower166 hp200 hp (best)
Torque161 lb-ft221 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda ElementLXJeep CompassLatitude
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume74.6 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity1,500 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,515 lbs (best)3,620 lbs
Ground clearance6.9 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase101.4 in104 in (best)
Length169.9 in173 in (best)
Width71.6 in74 in (best)
Height70.4 in (best)65 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda ElementLXJeep CompassLatitude
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)10None 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.

TrimHonda ElementJeep Compass
1

LX

$20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Latitude

$29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$22,075 MSRP

Latitude Altitude

$29,990 MSRP

3

EX

$22,935 MSRP

Limited

$34,150 MSRP

4

EX

$24,185 MSRP

Limited Altitude

$34,150 MSRP

5—

Trailhawk

$34,650 MSRP

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Honda Element vs Jeep Compass FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Honda Element vs 2027 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: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Honda Element starts lower at $20,825. Live Jeep Compass listings start at $17,516.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
The 2011 Honda Element leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
The 2027 Jeep Compass leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
The 2027 Jeep Compass leads on horsepower in this comparison (200).
Which has better seats: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
The 2027 Jeep Compass leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Honda Element or 2027 Jeep Compass?
The 2027 Jeep Compass leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Honda Element vs 2027 Jeep Compass?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Element (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).