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Jeep Compass vs Mercedes G-Class comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Mercedes G-Class?

Jeep Compass vs Mercedes G-Class: Key differences

Jeep Compass

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes G-Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Jeep Compass is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,390 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Jeep Compass is considerably more efficient: consuming 17.5 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 10.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers marginally more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 21 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.

G-Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers considerably more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 819 Nm more.

Compass

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Jeep Compass is considerably lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 818 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers slightly more boot space – 640 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries markedly more – 715 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 242 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km
Jeep Compass
Mercedes G-Class

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Jeep Compass
Mercedes G-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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