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Jeep Compass vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Nissan Leaf?

Jeep Compass vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • moderately lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Leaf is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,386 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Jeep Compass. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 124 km more than the Jeep Compass.

Leaf

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass offers very slightly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers marginally more torque with 355 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Compass

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Jeep Compass is moderately lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers markedly more boot space – 550 L compared to 437 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf comes out modestly ahead 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.

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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
Jeep Compass
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Jeep Compass
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
441 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Nissan
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