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Jeep Compass vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or VW Caddy?

Jeep Compass vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely lighter
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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:

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

VW Caddy is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,441 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers considerably more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 379 km more than the VW Caddy.

Caddy

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 visibly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 75 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 VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers marginally more torque with 345 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

Compass

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is barely lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 92 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries markedly more – 710 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 237 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy is decisively 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.

from £27,800
Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 121 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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW
Is the Jeep Compass offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Compass is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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