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Replying to: swalker03 (Mar 06, 2006 10:36 am) ------------------------------------ But what about those who like Jeep styling but don't want RWD or 4WD? I'm extremely interested in the Patriot and I suspect many others are too. I like its styling much better than the Ford Escape, which is a similar vehicle. Why can't Jeep do both? Rugged 4WD and more economical FWD? The hot trend right now is crossovers and Jeep could greatly expand its market share by joining the game. |
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There have been non-4WD Jeeps around for most of the brand's history. Willys introduced the two-wheel drive Jeep all-steel station wagon, trucks, and Jeepster models well over half a century ago. Then there's all the 2WD postal Jeeps that were built, from the DJ-3 in 1965, through the DJ-5 in 1983, to the last postal Cherokee built in 2001. The expansion of the Jeep brand through the Compass and Patriot models will serve it well. Remember that DCX intends to market the Compass in other markets around the world. Consider the European market, for example. There, World Rally Competition (WRC) is a motorsport which is second in popularity only to F1. WRC fans are as passionate about the sport as NASCAR fans are here. The difference is that WRC cars bear more of a resemblance to an actual model that people can buy and drive home than Cup cars do, so WRC fans identify more with brands and models than do the NASCAR faithful. That's why the Compass and Caliber are styled like rally cars. IMO, they look much better than the Focus and most other popular rally models. I didn't care for the look at first, but it has grown on me. There's a point at which "ugly" suddenly becomes "cute." Just ask VW, who felt the need to bring back the basic shape of the classic Beetle in a new model that's a far cry from the original. But 21 million units sold isn't bad for an "ugly" little car. If DCX gives the Jeep WRC effort the kind of backing that is required to be competitive in the sport, the Compass could give Subaru and Ford Focus some serious sales competition on the Continent. And if the Jeep brand becomes as renown for bad road prowess as it is for off-road capability, I see that as a win/win proposition. I think Jeep is making all the right moves. Now, if they would just announce that the Gladiator concept will make it into production, I'd have a good reason to trade in my '97 Nissan pickup...
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Replying to: sturm_ruger (Mar 22, 2006 3:35 pm) |
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I think the Compass and upcoming Patriot are too similar. Jeep should have stuck with the 2door Compass concept. Or given it reverse doors like an Element. As is, the only difference is in styling and the Compass may appeal more to women while the Patriot appeals to men. But the powertrain is right on the money. A large 4cyl with 5sp manual and CVT options. Many competitors offer a too small 4cyl in their base models and sometimes only 4sp autos. I'm curious to see the mpg on these new models. |
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If the Car and Driver test is any indication, mileage should be very good. Basically, this is a Dodge Caliber. This is the reason for the four doors, it isn't a native Jeep platform. It is effectively a Neon replacement. With that being said, I like the styling of the Jeep version over the Dodge (but the Dodge isn't bad). I am a Jeep owner, and by that I mean a TJ. The fact is, I drive a bunch of miles, which the TJ is handling, but at 14 mpg. I wouldn't mind having something that got decent mileage and could eat up the street miles, and leave my Jeep for more fun activities...and if I was going to do that, why not stay in the Jeep brand. However, I also prefer the Patriot concept, but my understanding was that that idea was dropped. Is that so?
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Replying to: drewmeister (Mar 31, 2006 3:07 pm) --------------------------------- Not unless that's recent news. Everything I've read says it's coming and will be at the New York Auto Show this month. If the Patriot isn't made, I might have to settle for a Compass. And I much prefer the Patriot styling. The Escape 4cyl 5sp gets 24-29 mpg. I hope the Patriot/Compass is near that. |
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http://www.designyourjeep.com/compass/dispatch.do you can now build your compass on the site. I don't know about you guys but the prices ramp up very quickly with this jeep. Base is 15,985 , limited is 20,140 . both 4x2 . The base e pkg is going to knock you up to 18.5 . This adds air , tinted sunscreen glass , driver height adjuster seat , power windows , locks , keyless entry and power fold away mirrors . Add in an automatic and your at 1k more , at 21k its a tough sale Seems to me its pretty expensive , put 4x4 on it and your in the 20k range. For 4k more I can get a pretty nice Liberty or a almost fully equiped torrent. Who exactly are they going to sell this too ? |
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Replying to: gljvd (Apr 15, 2006 11:31 pm) Based solely on the styling, my guess is no one!  BTW, my new nickname for the Compass is "Chunky Cheeks". 
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Replying to: shado4 (Apr 16, 2006 5:36 am) My gf actually likes the compass (She was looking at the fusion and vibe) though looking at the prices on the site she is most likely going to go with the vibe . Much better gass mileage and a ton of features for around 17-18k . I dunno < ijust don't see a market for the two jeeps based of the caliber design. THough of course Jeep has allways been on the high side once you add features |
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Will this be the same is Caliber ? Caliber's is not full time AWD at all. Apparetnly it's speed controlled. ANyone have the scoop on this ? Thanks. WBMT
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