2027 Jeep Compass: real cost in California
See the Compass on Jeep's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, Latitude · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$29,990the advertised price
Drive away$34,953with fees and tax
Loan payment$511/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,161/moeverything, after resale
$34,953 to drive away + $62,360 to run it for 6 years − $13,710 back at resale = $83,603, or $1,161 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$34,953
Running it, 6 yrs+$62,360
Back at resale−$13,710
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$29,990Feesfreight $1,995 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$2,080Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,883Fuel13,500 mi a year at 24 MPG
+$19,392Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,228Maintenanceestimate
+$7,581Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,561Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$6,815Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,782Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$13,710True cost $83,603 ÷ 72 months$1,161 a month
The car
Size and space
Seats5from the Canadian version or the type
Cargo28.3 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine200 hp gas, 4x4
0–60 mph7.0–7.5 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy24 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 2,000 lb
Tires17", 18" or 19"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test4 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Warranty3 yrspowertrain 5 yrs
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 4x4, 200 hp, 24 MPG, 5 seats.| Latitude 4X4 | $29,990 | $34,953 | $83,603 | ✓ $1,161/mo | — No |
| Latitude Altitude 4X4 | $32,205 | $37,367 | $86,405 | $1,200/mo | ✓ Yes |
| Limited 4X4 | $34,150 | $39,487 | $90,036 | $1,251/mo | ✓ Yes |
| Trailhawk 4X4 | $34,650 | $40,032 | $89,253 | $1,240/mo | ✓ Yes |
| Limited Altitude 4X4 | $35,145 | $40,572 | $89,703 | $1,246/mo | ✓ Yes |
Latitude4X4
✓ $1,161/mo
True cost
Latitude Altitude4X4
$1,200/mo
True cost
Limited4X4
$1,251/mo
True cost
Trailhawk4X4
$1,240/mo
True cost
Limited Altitude4X4
$1,246/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
Latitude 4X4$29,990
Latitude Altitude 4X4$32,205
Limited 4X4$34,150
Trailhawk 4X4$34,650
Limited Altitude 4X4$35,145
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ from Limited 4X4
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓ Latitude 4X4 to Latitude Altitude 4X4
Dual-zone climate
+ $1,795
✓ from Limited 4X4
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
+ $1,795
✓ Limited 4X4 to Trailhawk 4X4
Wireless phone charging
✓ Limited 4X4 to Trailhawk 4X4
Power driver's seat
+ $1,795
✓ from Limited 4X4
Tech and audio
Built-in navigation
+ $2,295
Premium sound system
+ $2,195
+ $2,295
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ Every trim
Tow hitch included
+ $1,575
Sunroof
+ $2,195
+ $2,295
Panoramic roof
+ $2,195
+ $2,295
Not listed on any trimLane centeringHands-free driving360° cameraCooled seatsHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsMemory seatApple CarPlay and Android AutoWireless CarPlayHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)LED headlights
Full standard equipment on the Latitude Latitude 4X4 (21 items)
- 2.0L Turbo Engine
- 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
- 17-Inch Aluminum Wheels
- Premium Cloth/Vinyl Bucket Seats
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- 8.4-Inch Touchscreen Display
- 7-Inch Digital Cluster Display
- Six-Speaker Audio System
- Body-Color Roof
- Body-Color Fascias and Door Handles
- Power-Adjustable Heated Exterior Mirrors
- Automatic High-Beam Headlamp Control
- Daytime Running Lamps
- Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start
- Remote Vehicle Start
- ParkView Rear Back Up Camera
- Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection
- Active Lane Management
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Electronic Stability Control
Recalls
1 NHTSA recall for 2025 to 2027 Compass models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Compass in California?
- $34,953 to drive away for the Latitude, from a $29,990 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $511 loan payment, about $1,177 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,161 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- 2,000 lb for every trim.
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US prices in US dollars from Jeep's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.