2025 Jeep Compass vs 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid

$26,900 · Crossover

$28,790 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid (car2) establishes a substantial lead in efficiency, achieving 43 combined MPG compared to the 2025 Jeep Compass's (car1) 27 combined MPG, a 16 MPG separation. Car2 also offers superior output with 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque against car1's 200 hp and 221 lb-ft. Despite car2's higher $28,790 MSRP versus car1's $26,900 entry price, the efficiency gains are significant. Furthermore, car2 offers notably more space, boasting 39.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to car1's 27.2 cu ft, and it is 10.1 inches longer. Car1 retains the advantage of standard four-wheel drive capability, whereas car2 is front-wheel drive, but car2's powertrain is geared toward economy.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid

The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid achieves 42/44 MPG city/highway, substantially lowering daily operational costs compared to the Compass's 24/32 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid

With 39.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, car2 provides 12.3 cubic feet more storage space than car1's 27.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid

Car2 possesses a 27 hp advantage (227 hp vs 200 hp) and 37 lb-ft more torque (258 vs 221 lb-ft).

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Compass

Car1 has a lower starting MSRP of $26,900 and includes standard four-wheel drive, which is absent in the FWD Sportage Hybrid.

Choose the Jeep Compass if...

You require standard four-wheel drive capability for adverse conditions.
Your budget preference dictates a lower starting price of $26,900.
You prefer the slightly more compact dimensions, measuring 173.4 inches in length.

Choose the Kia Sportage Hybrid if...

Maximum fuel economy is critical, as demonstrated by its 43 combined MPG rating.
You prioritize utility, benefiting from 39.5 cu ft of cargo space.
You seek the higher performance output of 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Compass	Kia Sportage Hybrid
Length	173.4"	183.5"
Width	73.8"	73.4"
Height	64.6"	65.4"
Wheelbase	103.8"	108.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	—
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	200 hp @ 5000 rpm	227 hp
Torque	221 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm	258 lb-ft
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	front wheel drive
4WD System Type	On Demand	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/32 MPG	42/44 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	27 MPG	43 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	324.0/432.0 mi.	575.4/602.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 gal.	13.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Infotainment Display	8.4 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Jeep	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	2	1
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.8 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.7 in.	57.5 in.
Front Hip Room	54.1 in.	54.8 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	4-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Folding Capability	✓	—

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Rear Head Room	38.5 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.3 in.	41.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.1 in.	55.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	49.2 in.	53.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	17 x 7.0 in	17 x 7.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/60R17	235/65R17
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	Kia
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Compass and 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid.

How much more efficient is the Sportage Hybrid compared to the Jeep Compass?

The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid has a 16 MPG advantage in combined fuel economy, achieving 43 MPG versus the Compass's 27 MPG. This is reflected in its superior 42/44 city/highway ratings.

What is the horsepower and torque difference between the two crossovers?

The Sportage Hybrid offers 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, outperforming the Jeep Compass, which produces 200 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque.