Story and photos by Andreas Conradt, Automedia
The next-generation Jeep Compass has been spotted in full camouflage while testing in public, according to SEMA News sources.
The SUV will likely include a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) variant when it launches in Europe later this year, hinted at by the fully camouflaged Compass with a closed-off front grille, a clear indicator of its electric powertrain, as well as no clear tailpipe.
Adopting a new, more modern, rugged appearance, the new images of the Compass prototype show squared-off headlights and a bolder, more aggressive stance. Utilizing Stellantis' STLA Medium platform, the SUV is expected to grow slightly in size, providing additional interior space for passengers and cargo. The lineup will include both single-motor and dual-motor BEV configurations, with power outputs ranging from 213 hp to 350 hp.
Jeep will still offer an internal-combustion engine (ICE) version with a turbocharged 1.2L mild hybrid engine producing 136 hp. Additionally, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will pair a 1.6L inline four-cylinder engine with a 125 hp electric motor, delivering a combined 195 hp.
Stellantis has confirmed that the new Compass will debut in Europe this spring, followed by a mid-year launch in South America and a late-year reveal for North America. European models will be exclusively electrified, with the BEV 4xe version offering the only all-wheel-drive (AWD) option at launch. Production for the North American version is set to begin in 2026. The ICE-powered model will reportedly priority in the United States and Canada, according to sources.