Estimated value by year
New
$28,000
MSRP
1 yr
$20,720
-26%
2 yrs
$18,760
-33%
3 yrs
$17,080
-39%
5 yrs
$14,000
-50%
10 yrs
$8,400
-70%
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Full Depreciation Table — Jeep Compass
Based on base MSRP of $28,000. Actual values vary by trim, mileage, condition, and region.
| Year | Age | Depreciation | 🤝 Trade-In | 🧑 Private Sale | 🏢 Dealer Retail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (New) | 0 yrs | -0% | $24,360 | $28,000 | $31,360 |
| 2025 | 1 yr | -26% | $18,026 | $20,720 | $23,206 |
| 2024 | 2 yrs | -33% | $16,321 | $18,760 | $21,011 |
| 2023 | 3 yrs | -39% | $14,860 | $17,080 | $19,130 |
| 2022 | 4 yrs | -45% | $13,398 | $15,400 | $17,248 |
| 2021 | 5 yrs | -50% | $12,180 | $14,000 | $15,680 |
| 2020 | 6 yrs | -54% | $11,206 | $12,880 | $14,426 |
| 2019 | 7 yrs | -58% | $10,231 | $11,760 | $13,171 |
| 2018 | 8 yrs | -62% | $9,257 | $10,640 | $11,917 |
| 2017 | 9 yrs | -66% | $8,282 | $9,520 | $10,662 |
| 2016 | 10 yrs | -70% | $7,308 | $8,400 | $9,408 |
Cost per year
$2,800
avg annual loss
Sweet spot buy
2–3 yrs old
$17,080 saves $10,920
Value at 10 yrs
$8,400
70% of value gone
Key Specs — Jeep Compass
Category
SUV
Base MSRP
$28,000
5-Year Depreciation
50%
vs Category Avg
6% worse than average
Expected Lifespan
150,000–200,000 miles
Best Used Buy Age
2–3 years old
Should you buy a used Jeep Compass?
The sweet spot for buying a used Compass is 2 to 3 years old. At that age you can save approximately $10,920 off the new price while still getting a relatively modern vehicle. This model depreciates heavily, which makes the used market excellent value. A 3-year-old example can be significantly cheaper than new.
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