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Coupled with a host of interior refinements, and improved ride and handling
characteristics in all conditions - courtesy of upgraded steering and suspension
systems - the new Jeep Compass offers a unique blend of premium styling,
capability, efficiency and value that is unmatched in the compact-SUV segment.
"With the new 2011 Jeep Compass, we've applied the premium design cues of
our award-winning new Grand Cherokee," said Mike Manley, President and CEO -
Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "Combined with new interior appointments, and
refinements to the suspension and steering systems, Jeep Compass provides
consumers the ultimate combination of styling, capability, fuel economy,
efficiency, safety and value in the important compact-SUV segment."
Delivering the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the
performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car, the new 2011
Jeep Compass also boasts more than 30 safety and security features, including
standard side-curtain air bags, electronic stability program (ESC), electronic
roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist (with manual transmission), side curtain air
bags for all rows and available front-seat-mounted side air bags.
Jeep
Compass Looks Like Baby Cherokee
The new 2011 Jeep Compass has a
distinct family resemblance to the all-new, premium 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
With a new hood, new front fenders, new fascia and new headlamps as well as
a new grille that has been detailed with a small dose of chrome surrounding the
traditional seven slots found on all Jeep vehicles, the new face of the Compass
features a more serious, yet sophisticated, appearance. Forward lighting
performance is improved with the use of quad reflector headlamps, and the fog
lamps are now high output projector lamps. Adding an element of muscle, the hood
has been enhanced with a subtle power bulge. The result is a vehicle that
projects an attitude that is much more serious and conveys the Compass'
capability in all weather and driving conditions.
New brightwork
throughout the exterior lends an upscale touch without compromising the off-road
performance of the Compass. A band of protective cladding has been added for
2011, serving to fend off debris when driving in challenging weather conditions
or off-road, and providing a new appearance.
This trend continues with
enhancements to the rear of the Compass. A new rear fascia, new body-color rear
spoiler and subtle, upscale touches including new LED taillamps and on the
Limited model, bright trim on the step pad and a chrome exhaust tip adorn the
new 2011 Jeep Compass. Topping it off, a new set of roof rails were designed
with a slimmed down appearance and a small amount of brightwork. The 2011
Compass sports new, standard 17-inch aluminum wheels, and 18-inch aluminum or
chrome-clad wheels are available on Limited models.
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