Jeep Compass engines

The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV from the automaker Fiat Chrysler and its Jeep division. Start of production in 2006. The car is developed on the new “PM” platform. Compass is the most compact of the brand and is available in both front and all-wheel drive versions. In 2011, the Jim Compass underwent changes, and became more similar to the Grand Cherokee, as well as acquired better handling and interior. 2016 saw the debut of the 2nd generation Jeep Compass. The car is produced in China, Mexico and Brazil.

The Jeep Compass was offered with 6 engines since 2006 (3 diesel, 3 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 2.4 liters, power output from 136 to 185 hp. 4 use a timing chain and 2 a timing belt. 3 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Chrysler ECD (about 300,000 km).

Jeep Compass engines by generation

EngineYearsVolumePowerFuelTimingOilLifespan
Jeep Compass 1 (MK) 2006–2016
Dodge ECN2006–20162.0 L R4158 hppetrolchain4.3 L~250,000 km
Dodge ED32006–20162.4 L R4170–175 hppetrolchain4.3 L~260,000 km
Chrysler ECD2007–20102.0 L R4140 hpdiesel, turbobelt4.3 L~300,000 km
Dodge ECE2007–20102.0 L R4140 hpdiesel, turbobelt4.3 L~280,000 km
Jeep ENE2011–20152.1 L R4136–163 hpdiesel, turbochain + gears6.5 L~300,000 km
Jeep Compass 2 (MP) 2016–present
Jeep ED62016–present2.4 L R4175–185 hppetrolchain5.2 L~250,000 km

Jeep Compass engine FAQ

What engines were used in the Jeep Compass?

Jeep Compass 1 (MK) (2006–2016): Dodge ECN, Dodge ED3, Chrysler ECD, Dodge ECE and Jeep ENE; Jeep Compass 2 (MP) (2016–present): Jeep ED6.

Which Jeep Compass engine is the most durable?

By rated service life the most durable Jeep Compass engines are: Chrysler ECD — about 300,000 km; Jeep ENE — about 300,000 km; Dodge ECE — about 280,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.

How much oil does the Jeep Compass engine take?

Engine oil capacity with filter: Chrysler ECD — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ECE — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ECN — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ED3 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Jeep ED6 — 5.2 L (5W-20); Jeep ENE — 6.5 L (5W-30).

Does the Jeep Compass have a timing belt or chain?

Timing chain: Dodge ECN, Dodge ED3, Jeep ED6 and Jeep ENE; timing belt: Chrysler ECD and Dodge ECE; gear drive: Jeep ENE. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.

Was the Jeep Compass available with a diesel engine?

Yes: Chrysler ECD, Dodge ECE and Jeep ENE.

Engine details

Chrysler ECD

Chrysler ECD

2006–2011 · 2.0 L R4 · diesel · 140 hp · belt

Most engine problems are due to the vagaries of piezoelectric pump injectors.

Dodge ECE

Dodge ECE

2006–2011 · 2.0 L R4 · diesel · 140 hp · belt

The main part of the problems is delivered by the vagaries of piezoelectric pump injectors.

Dodge ECN

Dodge ECN

2006–2016 · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 158 hp · chain

The main problems for the owner are delivered by a very unreliable electronic throttle.

Dodge ED3

Dodge ED3

2006 · 2.4 L R4 · petrol · 170–175 hp · chain

Most often, owners on the forums complain about an unreliable electronic choke.

Jeep ENE

Jeep ENE

2010–2015 · 2.1 L R4 · diesel · 136–163 hp · chain + gears

There was a revocable company to replace Delphi piezo injectors on engines of the first years.

Jeep ED6

Jeep ED6

2012 · 2.4 L R4 · petrol · 175–185 hp · chain

This motor has not been produced for so long and complete failure statistics have not been collected.

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