[CEF_Beasts]

Originally Posted by Solo

Yes, this is the Sports Plus Petrol.

Congratulations on your car! Looks undestated and elegant in this colour!

Sports Plus Petrol is available in the manual transmission only, right?

If you could please share the experience of the manual mated to the 1.4L petrol that would be wonderful.

[Solo]

Originally Posted by Pancham

Please do share the driving experience of the manual petrol. It is an interesting option and given the kit the base variants offer it seems like good VFM.

I have really liked driving the car so far. Though I have driven it only for a day and a 30 min TD. I will give a very brief overview based on my above two experiences.

Performance

I felt the engine is tuned very well to drive both in the city as well as the highway. The moment you slot the gear into 3rd and push hard on the pedal( I was lucky enough to get a TD of Manual Petrol),you could feel the power and can literally see the car hitting triple digits very soon. The pull of the car was not very linear IMHO, but manageable. I am comparing this to the SELTOS turbo petrol engine, which did feel a lot more energetic/peppy in the lower gears and a lot more linear. However, do not get me wrong, the car is not at all sluggish in the lower gears.

Driving & Mileage

I am yet to take my personal car above 60 kms/hr. Sticking to the Owners Manual for now which advised the car not to take above that limit for the first 100km. With a heavily sedated driving of 100 odd kms I am managing to pull 13-14 kmpl/l, which involved 50-50 highway and city run. I am sure I will not be able to hold onto this number as I will let the car drive as its meant to be and not be soft on her after the initial 500 kms. I did see some owners having an issue with the drive-ability on lower speeds, but it was not an issue for me. It literally felt like it was owning those small patches or speed bumpers on the road.

Drove the car in bumper to bumper traffic in Delhi as well and didn't sweat at all.

Gearbox, Clutch & Visibility

The slotting of the gearbox is butter smooth. On crawling speeds or on speed bumpers you will have to shift down to the first gear, as the car will get stalled especially if you have passengers in the vehicle.

The clutch has a long travel and is very soft for now. Though the dead petal is causing minor issues while placing the foot , I am 6'1.

The visibility for me felt good within the car. Though had a bit of problem taking some sharp U-turns in the city. I was used to driving the Ford Ecosport(my father's car) before this.

Originally Posted by CEF_Beasts

Congratulations on your car! Looks undestated and elegant in this colour!

Sports Plus Petrol is available in the manual transmission only, right?

If you could please share the experience of the manual mated to the 1.4L petrol that would be wonderful.

To answer your questions, Yes the Sports Variant is available only in the manual(Go stick shift!).

I've answered the second part of your question above.

Will give a much more detailed review of the variant once i have driven extensively.

[Pancham]

Originally Posted by CEF_Beasts

If you could please share the experience of the manual mated to the 1.4L petrol that would be wonderful.

Originally Posted by Solo

I have really liked driving the car so far. Though I have driven it only for a day and a 30 min TD. I will give a very brief

I test drove the petrol manual today and LOVED IT. I did back to back test drives of the diesel auto and petrol manual. The diesel auto was nice but the ride quality was surprisingly bumpy. The only reason I would want to stretch by budget and pay for an overpriced Compass would be the ride quality but the diesel auto with the 18inch rims felt very bumpy.

On the other hand, the Sport Plus Petrol Manual was so much nicer. I went in with least expectations and the car surprised me. Although I did a shorter test drive in the petrol manual, I felt drivability was much better. The car felt solid and really quiet. With the diesel, honestly, I was struggling a bit with the A pedal input. In the petrol however, I felt so much at home.

Regardless, the SA was not very keen on selling me a petrol manual. The good thing is Jeep has loaded up the base variant with a decent level of kit; it does miss out on a few deal breaker features for me personally but I love how the base petrol is such a nice drive and has few very essential features included (safety ones especially). The SA said there are not too many petrol manuals available and did not seem much interested. Overall, the TD experience was good. He will get back with his offer EOD today for the diesel S+ and Long+ (manual).

[achyutaghosh]

Originally Posted by Solo

The beauty is here finally. Now I need to think of a good name.

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Congratulations, Solo on a fantastic ride and a fantastic color too. A petrol manual Jeep Compass is rare in Team-BHP and many would look up to you to keep sharing your drive reports

The Jeep Community is one of the perks of owning a Jeep. Let me know if you want to join the NCR Compass Owners group. We go on trails and like to help each other out. I will add you in.

[Pancham]

Originally Posted by achyutaghosh

Congratulations, Solo on a fantastic ride and a fantastic color too. A petrol manual Jeep Compass is rare in Team-BHP and many would look up to you to keep sharing your drive reports



The Jeep Community is one of the perks of owning a Jeep. Let me know if you want to join the NCR Compass Owners group. We go on trails and like to help each other out. I will add you in.

Achyuta and other experts here- Is it true that the petrol manual is usually sold without much discounts? Despite it being year end and the facelift coming in the SA did not seem very keen to sell me one.

[CEF_Beasts]

Originally Posted by Pancham

Achyuta and other experts here- Is it true that the petrol manual is usually sold without much discounts? Despite it being year end and the facelift coming in the SA did not seem very keen to sell me one.

It’s due to it being a rare model, same is the case with the Crysta and Fortuner petrol as well. Dealers keep dissuading from picking up the petrol version.

[Solo]

Originally Posted by achyutaghosh

Congratulations, Solo on a fantastic ride and a fantastic color too. A petrol manual Jeep Compass is rare in Team-BHP and many would look up to you to keep sharing your drive reports

The Jeep Community is one of the perks of owning a Jeep. Let me know if you want to join the NCR Compass Owners group. We go on trails and like to help each other out. I will add you in.

Thank you! Did get lucky in nabbing this beauty.

Sure. I'd love to be part of the group.

Originally Posted by CEF_Beasts

It’s due to it being a rare model, same is the case with the Crysta and Fortuner petrol as well. Dealers keep dissuading from picking up the petrol version.

The dealer i was talking to told me that the car in this variant is made on a case to case basis, given that the new facelift model is expected to launch they might not have any further stock of that car.

[achyutaghosh]

Originally Posted by Pancham

Achyuta and other experts here- Is it true that the petrol manual is usually sold without much discounts? Despite it being year end and the facelift coming in the SA did not seem very keen to sell me one.

Pancham, discounts are a factor of stock available, and market demand.

the Sports Plus in 2019 was the 2nd variant, base variant being Sports. I do not recall large discounts available on Sports in 2019, though the Sport Plus came with good offers. One of my office colleagues got a 2019 model in early 2020 with almost 90k off. Note the year change impact.

Circa 2020, the Sports Plus is the base variant now and many shoppers go for that, and it is decently kitted too- so maybe the offers may not be as high as other variants.

Or it may be simply less stock, given that the facelift is almost here.

[fast&curious]

Hi Jeepers, I just got a JC Limited Plus 4X2 a few weeks ago in Magnesio Grey. I feel I need to add some colour via the brake callipers. Thinking of yellow or red.

However, I have the slightest idea about getting them coloured so I seek you kind souls to shed some light and share some info.

1. Would I void my warranty if I paint / cover the callipers?
2. Should I get the callipers painted or should I get calliper covers? Which is safer / better etc.
3. If I should get covers, which brand should I get? Does Jeep make them and sell them in India?
4. Are they safe to use? Do they affect braking or brakes in any bad way?

Thanks in advance. Cheers. Happy New Year

[Pancham]

Originally Posted by achyutaghosh

Pancham, discounts are a factor of stock available, and market demand.

Thanks Achyuta. With deep regrets, I have confess that the Compass bug which had bit me in 2018 has bit me again. My Thar booking stands but then delivery date is still 8 months away and that is pushing me to look elsewhere. Something which is expensive but a bit more practical.

But given the following factors, the dealers are just not offering enough discounts; not even what I read here:

1. Its year end.
2. Facelift is coming in one week. So my car will be an older version on delivery day.
3. I will get a 2020 manufactured car in 2021
4. Compass is not really a fast seller

I really got excited about the petrol manual but then after spending so much I might just want to get a nicer variant and one with a better overall range (read diesel). So Sports Plus is effectively out of contention.

Still hunting for a Long Plus but confused whether to go for an AT/MT or 4X2/4X4.

Originally Posted by fast&curious

Hi Jeepers, I just got a JC Limited Plus 4X2 a few weeks ago in Magnesio Grey. I feel I need to add some colour via the brake callipers.

Hi Fast&curious. Sorry, if I am asking around a bit too much, but what deal did you get for your 4X2 Limited+?

Also, given the alloy design in your variant, do you think your colored calipers will be visible?

[achyutaghosh]

Originally Posted by Pancham

I really got excited about the petrol manual but then after spending so much I might just want to get a nicer variant and one with a better overall range (read diesel). So Sports Plus is effectively out of contention.

Still hunting for a Long Plus but confused whether to go for an AT/MT or 4X2/4X4.

If you are ok with diesel and want the full Jeep experience, then take the 4x4 for sure. 4x4 is what i miss on my car, nothing else- not the sunroof or power seats or auto wipers/loghts etc.

Manual might be more exciting, but auto is convenient in traffic- so choose based on your drive conditions. You may get good offers on last remaining Longitude and Longitude Plus stock as the facelift may be pricier.

[Pancham]

Originally Posted by achyutaghosh

If you are ok with diesel and want the full Jeep experience, then take the 4x4 for sure. 4x4 is what i miss on my car, nothing else- not the sunroof or power seats or auto wipers/loghts etc.

Manual might be more exciting, but auto is convenient in traffic- so choose based on your drive conditions. You may get good offers on last remaining Longitude and Longitude Plus stock as the facelift may be pricier.

My traffic conditions are same as yours. Until the beginning of this month I was based in Noida. Now in Kolkata due to WFH.

The thing is I was looking for an automatic and was pretty adamant about getting one this time; however, I did not quite like the 9 Speed AT box. Maybe I need to TD it one more time. That got me looking for Manual 4X4 and there is only one variant - Limited Plus - 4X4 Manual (D).

[scarezebra]

Hey Guys,

I am planning to book a Jeep soon wanted to know which insurance would you recommend? The dealer quoted around 94k for insurance and was wondering if I'd save a few bucks by getting it from outside so wanted recommendations on which insurance provider to opt for.

[Traveler]

Originally Posted by scarezebra

Hey Guys,

I am planning to book a Jeep soon wanted to know which insurance would you recommend? The dealer quoted around 94k for insurance and was wondering if I'd save a few bucks by getting it from outside so wanted recommendations on which insurance provider to opt for.

Tata AIG offers really competitive rates. Ball park you will save almost 20k with them. This is for a limited plus 4x4 Diesel pricing. I got it from them when I purchased in August.

[scarezebra]

Originally Posted by Traveler

Tata AIG offers really competitive rates. Ball park you will save almost 20k with them. This is for a limited plus 4x4 Diesel pricing. I got it from them when I purchased in August.

Thanks. Would you happen to know if Jeep has a tie-up with Tata Aig for hassle free claims?