Crossover SUV Showdown: Kia Sportage Vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Review 

Which SUV Has What It Takes To Go Home With You

Are you stuck trying to decide between the Kia Sportage vs. Jeep Compass? Don't worry. You're not alone. At first glance, the Kia Sportage and the Jeep Compass bother offer a sleek, sporty, exterior design, high-tech features, and a generous legroom. 

However, if you take a close look, you'll quickly notice that the key difference is the Kia Sportage offers more cargo volume than the Jeep Compass.  Another key aspect is the Kia Sportage has a slight edge over the Jeep Compass when it comes down to fuel economy.

Last but not least, the Kia Sporage comes standard with more advanced tech features than the Jeep Compass. 

For an in-depth review of the Kia Sporage vs Jeep Compass, take a glance below. 

Which SUV Is The Best For Driving Through Chicago: Kia Sportage vs Jeep Compass? 

When it come down to long distance driving, the Kia Sportage is the winner. To be clear, the front-wheel-drive Kia Sportage has an EPA mileage rating of 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. The Jeep Compass, on the other hand, offers an EPA mileage rating of 24 mpg in the city and 32mpg on the highway.  We should also note that the Kia Sportage has a fuel-tank capacity of 14.3 gallons and the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a fuel tank capacity of 13.50 gallons.

Taking this into account, the 2025 Kia Sportage surpasses the Jeep Grand Cherokee in fuel-efficiency.  

Which SUV Offers More Cargo Volume: Kia Sportage or Jeep Compass? 

One of the key differences between the Kia Sportage and the Jeep Compass are the interior dimensions. To demonstrate, the Kia Sportage comes standard with 74.1 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row, and 39.6 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the second row. With the Jeep Compass you get 59.80 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row and 27.20 cubic-feet behind the second row. 

In short, the Kia Sportage offers more cargo room than the Jeep Compass.

Which SUV Offers More Standard Tech: Kia Sportage or Jeep Comapss

When it comes down to standard features, the Kia Sporage has the upper-hand. Off the line, the Kia Sportage comes standard with a brilliant 12.3-inch touchscreen display with Wireless Apple CarPlay®, Wireless Android Auto™, and Wireless Bluetooth Technology.  Meanwhile, the Jeep Compass comes standard with a 8.4-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay®, AAndroid Auto™, and Wireless Bluetooth Technology. 

Which SUV Offers The Best Safety Features: Kia Sportage vs Jeep Grand Compass

Side by side, both the Kia Sportage and the Jeep Compass offer a solid combination of standard safety features. Both SUVs come standard with :
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction Turning Detection
  • Park Distance Warning-Rear
  • Park Distance Warning-Front
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Smart Cruise Control
  • Driver Attention Warning w/ Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Which SUV Is Bigger: Kia Sportage or Jeep Compass?

Standing side by side, the Kia Sportage is slightly bigger than the Jeep Compass. While both vehicles are crossover SUV, the Kia Sportage stands out with an overall wheelbase of 108.5-inches, a total length of 184.4-inches, and a max height of 66.3-inches. But make no mistake, the Jeep Compass is generously proportioned with an overall wheelbase of 103.80-inches, a total length of 173.40-inches, a max height of 64.60-inches and an overall width of 73.80-inches. 

  Kia Sportage  Jeep Compass 
 Wheelbase 108.5-inches  103.80-inches 
 Length 184.4-inches  173.40-inches 
 Height 66.3-inches  64.60-inches 
 Width 73.4-inches  73.80-inches
 Ground Clearance  8.3-inches  8.3-inches.
 

Should I Buy A Kia Sportage or Jeep Compass? Final Decision

After taking a close look at the Kia Sportage vs Jeep Compass, it's obvious. Both SUVs are well-equipped. Therefore, it all comes down to your preferences and priorities. For instance, if you're looking for a sleek, sporty SUV with more high-tech features, the Jeep Compass is for you. However, if you're looking for a bold, rugged crossover SUV that's well-experienced in driving off-road, the Jeep Compass is a fantastic vehicle. Taking this into account, if you still need help narrowing down your options, visit our local Kia Sportage dealership near you. We can help you schedule a test drive and walk you through all of the Kia Sportage and Jeep Compass features. 

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