Subsequent-generation Jeep Compass teased, arrives in US in 2026

Jeep on Monday launched a teaser sketch for a redesigned Compass compact crossover set to debut subsequent 12 months.

It’s going to initially launch in Europe however will increase to North America and different markets in 2026, Jeep stated. An arrival for the 2026 mannequin 12 months within the U.S. is probably going.

The teaser sketch hints at a extra rugged design with pronounced wheel arches and brief overhangs. A blacked-out C-pillar additionally creates a floating-roof look.

Manufacturing might be dealt with at a plant of Jeep guardian firm Stellantis, positioned in Melfi, Italy. The plant is certainly one of a number of that builds the present Compass.

The brand new Compass represents the third era of the nameplate and is confirmed by Jeep to make use of Stellantis’ STLA Medium platform. The platform is designed for electrical automobiles within the compact and midsize segments, but in addition helps automobiles with gasoline and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

Jeep stated the Compass will supply “multi-energy propulsion systems,” suggesting that gasoline and plug-in hybrid variations might be launched alongside an EV. Fellow Stellantis model Opel earlier this 12 months unveiled a redesigned Grandland compact crossover based mostly on the STLA Medium platform, a car that gives gasoline, plug-in hybrid, and electrical powertrains. Within the electrical model, the most important battery has a capability of 98 kwh, and the identical could also be true for an electrical Compass.

The present Compass has been on sale because the 2017 mannequin 12 months and is the third top-selling car at Jeep behind the Wrangler and main Grand Cherokee. Regardless of its age, Compass gross sales within the U.S. grew 12% final 12 months to succeed in 96,173 models.