Fans of the compass were glad to see that this funky little crossover SUV received a once-over for 2022, including a mild exterior update and a completely revamped interior which included an optional 10.1-inch screen with the newer Uconnect5 infotainment system and a redesigned dash and trim pieces. Unfortunately, the redesign kept the asthmatic naturally-aspirated 2.4-liter Tigershark engine producing a weak 177 hp and 172 lb-ft of torque. Power gets sent to the front, or all four wheels via a six-speed or nine-speed automatic transmission. We’ve always complained about the Compass being underpowered, especially when compared to turbocharged competitors such as the Kia Seltos, but this might soon change. In an interview with the Head of Jeep, Jim Morrison, Autoblog has gleaned that the 2023 Compass will be getting a power upgrade, but exactly what engine is unknown as yet.
