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Jeep Compass vs Omoda E5
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Jeep Compass leads on family practicality, while the Omoda E5 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Omoda E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Jeep
6.6
Omoda
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeOmoda
Jeep
2.2
Omoda
3.7
FamilyJeep
Jeep
7.1
Omoda
5.7
Charging
Jeep
4.3
Omoda
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileOmoda
Jeep
1.3
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingOmoda
Jeep
4.1
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,999 | £33,065 (better) |
| Official range | 285 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Boot space | 550 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 7.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
Length
Jeep Compass4,550mm
Omoda E54,424mm-126mm
Width
Jeep Compass1,900mm
Omoda E51,830mm-70mm
Height
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Omoda E51,588mm-112mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,830 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare | 570 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 550 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1075 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jeep Compass Altitude |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.55m | 4.42m-126mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.83m-70mm |
| Height | 1.70m | 1.59m-112mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.80m | 2.63m-170mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200mm | 147mm-53mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 550L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,115kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,999 | £33,065 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £35,499 (-£1,500) | £33,065 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 285 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 194 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 189 Wh/km | 160 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 kWh (better) | 60 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 7.2 sec |
| Power | 155 kW | 155 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 288 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Jeep Compass
Altitude
Omoda E5
Knight
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Jeep Compass
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Omoda E5
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Jeep Compass worth the extra £3,934 over the Omoda E5?
The Jeep Compass costs £3,934 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 170 litres more boot space. The Omoda E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers lower energy use, 160 versus 189 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Omoda E5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jeep Compass or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £3,934 cheaper to buy. The Omoda E5 is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £208 for the Jeep Compass, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £4,094 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jeep Compass and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Jeep Compass and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jeep Compass or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 70 mm narrower than the Jeep Compass. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jeep Compass or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Jeep Compass and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Jeep Compass's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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