Jeep Compass Jeep Compass 2008 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2011

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Jeep Compass vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Jeep Compass vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,075

Volkswagen Golf / GTI   
Difference: $100

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,772

Jeep Compass Sport   
Difference: $296

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082011
ModelCompassCompassGolf / GTI
TrimSportLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $17,475 $21,455 $19,755
Base Invoice $16,402 $20,024 $18,965
Quick Order Package E 2,125    
Stain-resistant fabric 0    
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 695 495  
Front side airbags 250 250  
Sunroof 800 800 1,000
Heated front seats 250    
Cold Weather Package     250
Bluetooth cell phone link     300
Quick Order Package E 1,955    
Stain-resistant fabric 0    
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 639 455  
Front side airbags 230 230  
Sunroof 736 736 860
Heated front seats 230    
Cold Weather Package     215
Bluetooth cell phone link     258
Options (change) 4,120 1,545 1,550
Options (change) 3,790 1,421 1,333
Destination 580 580 770
Total Price $22,175 $23,580 $22,075
Total Invoice $20,772 $22,025 $21,068

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Jeep Compass dealer quotes or Volkswagen Golf / GTI dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Jeep Compass Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $456
Model Year200820082011
ModelCompassCompassGolf / GTI
TrimSportLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine172hp I4172hp I4170hp I5
TransmissionM5M5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/28 MPG23/28 MPG24/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 4?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17215/55-18195/65-15
Total Price$22,175$23,580$22,075
Adjustments for Features0-1,590-75
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,175$21,990$22,000
Cost Above Minimum$185$0$0
Total Invoice$20,772$22,025$21,068
Adjustments for Features0-1,485-72
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,772$20,540$20,996
Cost Above Minimum$232$0$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year200820082011
ModelCompassCompassGolf / GTI
TrimSportLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Cruise control $150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Full-size spare tire  $225
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Cargo mat $40 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Rear seat pass-through  $100
Roof rails$250$250 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Interior air filter  $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Rear bumper protector$40$40 
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Fog lights$125$125 
Heated mirrors  $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Floor mats$75$75 
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75 
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Stain-resistant fabric$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,490$4,080$2,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,590$75
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,485-72

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20082011
ModelCompassGolf / GTI
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.7 in101.5 in
Length173.4 in165.4 in
Width69.3 in70.3 in
Height64.2 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,089 lb.3,025 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.3 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.9 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
52.5 ft346.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Sport

Quick Order Package E
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Manual height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75No
Folding passenger seat150No
Deep-tinted rear windows275No
Floor mats75No
Map lights25No
AC power outlet100No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested112562%
Total Not Requested70038%
Security and Cargo Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Trip computer150Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Compass0Yes
Alarm100No
Total Requested22539%
Total Not Requested35061%

Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Limited

Security and Cargo Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo cover75Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested17564%
Total Not Requested10036%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Bluetooth cell phone link
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested10080%
Total Not Requested2520%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Total Requested90097%
Total Not Requested253%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested20093%
Total Not Requested157%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Jeep models.