Jeep Compass EV breaks cover—but will it come to the U.S.?
This is a brand new electric version of the Jeep Compass, and being built on Stellantis' STLA platform—the same architecture underpinning models like the Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008—it looks much slicker and packs a lot more inside than previous versions of the Compass.
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Let's start with what's cool: the new Compass EV is packing up to 404 miles of range on a single charge, a 74 kWh battery, and fast-charging that gets you from 20% to 80% in about 30 minutes. Not bad for a compact SUV with Jeep's badge on the nose.
There are two versions: a front-wheel-drive model with 213 horsepower and a beefier all-wheel-drive version with 375 horsepower. That AWD setup isn't just for looks—it can handle 20% inclines even without front traction, and comes with extra ground clearance and better off-road angles. In short, it's still a Jeep.
The design's been refreshed too, and inside you'll find the kind of tech and comfort you'd expect in a modern EV—sleek, smart, and ready for both city streets and dirt trails.
But here's the thing: even though production starts soon in Italy, Jeep hasn't said whether the Compass EV is coming to America. And the signs aren't promising.
Plans to build it in Canada were recently put on hold, with production now delayed until at least early 2026. Some of that might have to do with possible U.S. tariffs on Canadian and Mexican vehicles—adding a layer of uncertainty to the whole rollout.
According to Kelley Blue Book, a Stellantis spokesperson confirmed that the company has 'temporarily paused work on the next-generation Jeep Compass, including activities at' the Canadian plant that was originally meant to build the model. They added that Stellantis is 'reassessing its product strategy in North America' to better match customer needs and demand for different powertrain options.
So while Europe and other markets are gearing up to get the Compass EV soon, American drivers might be left waiting—or miss out entirely.
That's a shame, because on paper, this electric Jeep hits a lot of sweet spots. Let's just hope it finds a way over here.
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