Jeep Compass vs Kia Sportage
This page compares the Jeep Compass and the Kia Sportage across the 17 model years both appear in our data (2010–2026). Both are classed as SUV on this site. Both average about 31 mpg (UK) on their most efficient configurations. NHTSA lists fewer recall campaigns per model year for the Jeep Compass (2.4 against 2.8), though campaign counts depend on how long each model has been on sale and how many variants share a campaign.
Head-to-Head: 2010–2026
| Measure | Jeep Compass | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Average best-configuration economy (mpg, UK) | 31 | 31 |
| Average CO₂ (g/km) | 214 | 219 |
| Average estimated annual fuel cost (US EPA) | $2,635 | $2,662 |
| Model years rated 5★ overall by NHTSA | 0 of 11 | 12 of 15 |
| Average recall campaigns per model year | 2.4 | 2.8 |
| Average owner complaints per model year | 245 | 175 |
| Engine options across these years | 3 | 6 |
Year by Year
| Year | Jeep Compass MPG (UK) | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints | Kia Sportage MPG (UK) | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 30 | — | 2 | 81 | 26 | — | 2 | 20 |
| 2011 | 30 | — | 3 | 187 | 30 | — | 6 | 181 |
| 2012 | 30 | — | 4 | 184 | 30 | 5★ | 5 | 392 |
| 2013 | 30 | 3★ | 1 | 80 | 30 | 4★ | 3 | 381 |
| 2014 | 30 | 4★ | 2 | 307 | 28 | 4★ | 3 | 123 |
| 2015 | 30 | — | 1 | 113 | 28 | 4★ | 2 | 146 |
| 2016 | 30 | — | 1 | 293 | 28 | 5★ | 2 | 132 |
| 2017 | 31 | 4★ | 4 | 229 | 30 | 5★ | 4 | 401 |
| 2018 | 31 | 4★ | 6 | 943 | 31 | 5★ | 3 | 164 |
| 2019 | 31 | 4★ | 2 | 329 | 30 | 5★ | 2 | 70 |
| 2020 | 31 | 4★ | 1 | 141 | 31 | 5★ | 2 | 161 |
| 2021 | 30 | 4★ | 0 | 80 | 31 | 5★ | 2 | 53 |
| 2022 | 30 | 4★ | 4 | 222 | 31 | 5★ | 1 | 46 |
| 2023 | 32 | — | 2 | 46 | 34 | 5★ | 7 | 305 |
| 2024 | 32 | 4★ | 0 | 52 | 34 | 5★ | 3 | 103 |
| 2025 | 32 | 4★ | 0 | 26 | 34 | 5★ | 1 | 71 |
| 2026 | 31 | 4★ | 0 | 5 | 34 | 5★ | 0 | 37 |
MPG is each model year's most efficient configuration (US EPA, converted to UK mpg). Recalls and complaints are NHTSA counts as of 6 October 2026; complaints are unverified owner reports and rise with sales volume. See each model's full history: Jeep Compass · Kia Sportage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel-efficient, the Jeep Compass or the Kia Sportage?
Both average about 31 mpg (UK) on their most efficient configurations. Figures are the US EPA combined result converted to UK mpg, averaged over the shared model years; individual engines and years differ, so check the year pages for the exact car.
Which has better NHTSA safety ratings?
The Jeep Compass has 0 of 11 model years rated 5★ overall in these years and the Kia Sportage has 12 of 15. NHTSA ratings are only comparable between vehicles of similar size and weight, and the test criteria have changed over time.
Which has more recalls and owner complaints?
Per model year, the Jeep Compass averages 2.4 recall campaigns and 245 owner complaints; the Kia Sportage averages 2.8 and 175. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports and rise with sales volume, so use them as a pointer for what to inspect, not as a reliability ranking.
Where do these comparison figures come from?
Fuel economy, CO₂ and interior volume come from the US EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; ratings, recalls and complaints come from NHTSA. Only model years where both cars have data are compared.
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