Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Jeep Compass 2011 - 2013 version and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 230 up to 390 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Jeep Compass 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and Jatco JF011E automatic gearbox. With proper servicing, Jatco JF011E gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 200,000 km. It can have Freedom Drive I or II - an electronically controlled four-wheel drive system. Normally, the car has front-wheel drive, but if wheel slip is detected, it can automatically send up to 50% power to the rear wheels. The Freedom Drive I system is designed primarily for snow and similar conditions with limited traction. The Freedom Drive II version adds an off-road four-wheel drive mode, traction control, optimized engine and transmission performance for rock crawling, and hill descent control (not in EU editions).
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Jeep real everyday fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Jeep Compass fuel consumption.
Jeep Compass safety
During safety testing Jeep Compass has obtained 2 stars from five, which means quite low safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Jeep Compass is evaluated with average rate 61 from 100, children safety: good mark - 76 from 100, for pedestrian protection Jeep Compass got 23 points from 100.
Jeep Compass safety equipment has been rated as low - 43 percents from 100.

Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic technical data
Model: | Jeep Compass 2.4 4WD Automatic | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2011. January ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 2359 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 199 g/km |
Power: | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 (combined) 11.3 (urban) 7.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.6 l/100km (24.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres (13.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.45m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.66m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 205 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 328 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1269 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1890 kg |
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic engine ED3
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2360 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 97 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 170 - 175 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 - 225 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Dodge |
Start of production (year) | 2006 |
Duration of production | 19 years |
Engine also used on | Jeep Patriot Dodge Caliber Dodge Avenger Chrysler Sebring and 3 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Jeep Compass crossover [2011 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Jeep Compass 2011 2.0 2WD
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 156 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Jeep Compass 2011 2.1 CRD 2WD
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds |
2.1 Diesel | 136 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD
Most powerfull petrol version (170 HP) |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Jeep Compass 2011 2.4 4WD Automatic
Most powerfull petrol version (170 HP) |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic | All wheel |