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Jeep Compass vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Subaru Forester?

Jeep Compass vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Subaru Forester

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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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.

Jeep Compass is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 505 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.1 L/100km.

Forester

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass offers clearly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers clearly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 163 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 barely lighter – 1,667 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers marginally more boot space – 550 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass is far ahead overall 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
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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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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Reviews Subaru Forester

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
34,700 - 42,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4,552 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,675 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Subaru
Is the Jeep Compass offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Compass is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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