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Jeep Compass vs Tesla Model 3
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Jeep Compass leads on charging speed, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on motorway range and running costs.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Tesla Model 3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model 3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Jeep
6.6
Tesla
6.4
Too close to call
Motorway RangeTesla
Jeep
2.2
Tesla
5.5
Family
Jeep
7.1
Tesla
7.1
Too close to call
ChargingJeep
Jeep
4.3
Tesla
2.3
Cost Per MileTesla
Jeep
1.3
Tesla
8.8
City Driving
Jeep
4.1
Tesla
4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
- 47 miles more WLTP range
- 132 litres more boot space
- 53 kW more power
- 59 Wh/km more efficient
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,999 (better) | £37,990 |
| Official range | 285 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 550 L | 682 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 6.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Jeep Compass
Tesla Model 3
Length
Jeep Compass4,550mm-171mm
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Width
Jeep Compass1,900mm-33mm
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Height
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Tesla Model 31,440mm-260mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,721 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,933 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,088 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 500 mm spare (better) | 467 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 550 L | 682 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jeep Compass
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jeep Compass Altitude |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.55m | 4.72m+171mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.93m+33mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.09m |
| Height | 1.70m | 1.44m-260mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.80m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | 200mm | 137mm-63mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 550L | 682L* (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,115kg | 1,772kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74kWh (better) | 60kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 mi | 332 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 175kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,999 (better) | £37,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,499 (-£1,500) | £37,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 285 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 229 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 189 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 kWh (better) | 57.5 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 | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 6.2 sec |
| Power | 155 kW | 208 kW (better) |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 340 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Jeep Compass
Altitude
Tesla Model 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
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Jeep Compass
All 3 videos
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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 - Tesla Model 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Jeep Compass
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Tesla Model 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jeep Compass
No active listings.
Tesla Model 3
- £32,6462025Car360View
- £30,2992025Car360View
- £29,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jeep Compass or the Tesla Model 3?
The Jeep Compass is £991 cheaper to buy. The Tesla Model 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 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 Jeep Compass comes out roughly £671 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 Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Jeep Compass and 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model 3 goes roughly 37 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jeep Compass or the Tesla Model 3?
The Jeep Compass is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 33 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jeep Compass or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Jeep Compass and 92% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model 3'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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .