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Jeep Compass vs VW Polo – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or VW Polo?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Polo has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Jeep Compass costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 17199 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Polo manages with 5.10 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 5.80 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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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 has a minimal edge – offering 213 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8.50 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Compass pulls minimal stronger with 345 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Polo is clearly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 524 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Compass offers evident more room – 550 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Compass performs distinct better – up to 1561 L, which is about 436 L more than the VW Polo.

Who wins the race?

The VW Polo proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Polo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £17,000
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VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L
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Jeep Compass

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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 Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 43200 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1667 - 2198 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4552 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1675 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
-
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, 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
Power HP
145 - 213 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Jeep Compass have?

The Jeep Compass is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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