Ford Bronco Sport vs Jeep Compass: Specs Compared
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The Ford Bronco Sport and Jeep Compass are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 27 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Across 3 measured categories, the Ford Bronco Sport leads in 2. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2021–2026
Ford Bronco Sport
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 14 configurations
2015–2026
Jeep Compass
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 45 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Ford Bronco Sport | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 25 mpg ✓ | 24 mpg |
| Best highway MPG | 30 mpg | 32 mpg ✓ |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| Lowest CO2 output | 324 g/mi ✓ | 330 g/mi |
| Engines offered | SIDI & PFI, SIDI | SIDI, 2.4, 2.0 |
| Transmissions | Automatic 8-spd, Automatic (S8) | Automatic 8-spd, Automatic 6-spd, Automatic 9-spd |
| Drivetrains | 4-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Regular | Regular |
| EPA class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2021–2026 | 2015–2026 |
| Configurations on record | 14 | 45 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
Ford Bronco Sport vs Jeep Compass dimensions and size
The Jeep Compass is 0.4 inches longer than the Ford Bronco Sport on a wheelbase 2 inches shorter, and 130.1 lbs lighter. Both clear the roughly 200 inches of usable length in a standard single garage bay.
| Dimension | Ford Bronco Sport (2026) | Jeep Compass (2026) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 172.8 in | 173.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 74.4 in | 70.9 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 71.3 in | 66.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 103.2 in | 2 in |
| Curb weight | 3,457 lbs | 3,327 lbs | 130 lbs |
Width excludes mirrors; add 8–12 inches for mirrors out. Figures are for the newest model year on record for each vehicle. See both drawn to scale.
Ford Bronco Sport vs Jeep Compass: what the numbers mean
Running cost over five years: at the EPA's 15,000-mile-a-year assumption the Ford Bronco Sport burns about $2,300 of fuel annually against $2,300 for the Jeep Compass. That $0 yearly gap compounds to roughly $0 over five years and $0 over eight — often more than the price difference between two trims of the same vehicle, and the single largest running-cost line item separating these two.
City versus highway split: the Ford Bronco Sport is the stronger commuter at 25 mpg city, while the Jeep Compass pulls ahead on the interstate at 32 mpg highway. If most of your driving is stop-and-go traffic the city figure is the one to weigh; for long-distance highway mileage the reverse is true, and the two vehicles effectively swap places depending on how you drive.
Powertrain choice: the Ford Bronco Sport is recorded with 2 distinct engine configurations (SIDI & PFI, SIDI), the Jeep Compass with 3 (SIDI, 2.4, 2.0). Across 14 recorded Ford Bronco Sport configurations and 45 for the Jeep Compass, the wider the engine spread the more the real-world fuel efficiency depends on which version you actually buy, so check the specific model year and drivetrain rather than the headline number.
Drivetrain and class: the Ford Bronco Sport is offered with 4-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, the Jeep Compass with All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive. All-wheel drive typically costs one to two mpg combined against the same vehicle in front- or rear-wheel drive, which is worth remembering when the gap between these two is small. The EPA classes them as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD and Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD respectively — the class drives the interior volume, cargo space and passenger space each one is measured against.
Tailpipe emissions: at their cleanest configurations the Ford Bronco Sport emits 324 g/mile of CO2 versus 330 g/mile for the Jeep Compass. Emissions track fuel consumption almost exactly, so the cleaner vehicle here is also the cheaper one to fuel.
Bronco Sport vs Compass: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Ford Bronco Sport or the Jeep Compass?
The Ford Bronco Sport and Jeep Compass are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 27 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Jeep Compass runs about $2,300 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $2,300 for the Ford Bronco Sport — a difference of roughly $0 per year.
What engines do the Bronco Sport and Compass offer?
Ford Bronco Sport: SIDI & PFI, SIDI. Jeep Compass: SIDI, 2.4, 2.0.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Ford Bronco Sport and the Jeep Compass as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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