Jeep Compass vs Volkswagen Tiguan
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Volkswagen Tiguan
Overview
| Spec | Jeep CompassLatitude | Volkswagen TiguanS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Latitude | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep CompassLatitude | Volkswagen TiguanS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,990 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,516 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $33,235 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $38,340 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 37 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jeep CompassLatitude | Volkswagen TiguanS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 16 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Jeep CompassLatitude | Volkswagen TiguanS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 201 hp (best) |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft (best) | 207 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jeep CompassLatitude | Volkswagen TiguanS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | 1,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,620 lbs | 3,563 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 7 in |
| Wheelbase | 104 in | 110 in (best) |
| Length | 173 in | 184 in (best) |
| Width | 74 in (best) | 73 in |
| Height | 65 in | 66 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jeep CompassLatitude | Volkswagen TiguanS |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Jeep Compass | Volkswagen Tiguan |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Latitude $29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Latitude Altitude $29,990 MSRP | S 4MOTION $0 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited $34,150 MSRP | SE $0 MSRP |
| 4 | Limited Altitude $34,150 MSRP | SE 4MOTION $0 MSRP |
| 5 | Trailhawk $34,650 MSRP | SE R-Line Black $0 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SE R-Line Black $0 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION $0 MSRP |
Live inventory
Jeep Compass37 for sale
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Used2019 Jeep Compass
Limited
84,842 mi$17,516Jay Hatfield GMC of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2019 Jeep Compass
Limited
84,842 mi$17,516Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2025 Jeep Compass
Limited
34,697 mi$23,746Jay Hatfield GMC of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2024 Jeep Compass
Limited
23,490 mi$23,399Jay Hatfield GMC of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2025 Jeep Compass
Limited
34,697 mi$23,746Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2024 Jeep Compass
Limited
23,490 mi$23,399Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Jeep Compass vs Volkswagen Tiguan FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Compass vs 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan starts lower at $0. Live Jeep Compass listings start at $17,516.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- The 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- The 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- The 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan?
- The 2027 Jeep Compass leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).