I bought a 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk and drove it 3,600 miles home

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For 2022 Jeep has given its popular Compass Trailhawk an extreme interior make-over based on the upscale Wagoneer. Does this premium interior combined with exclusive off-road features make this the small crossover to get in 2022? We bought one in Houston Texas and drive it all the way back to Seattle, Washington to find out.
#jeep #roadtrip #trailhawk
CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction
02:44 - The New Interior!
12:23 - Texas (0-60 MPH Test)
15:25 - New Mexico (Easy Off-Road Course)
23:48 - Arizona
29:01 - Nevada
29:50 - Tahoe, California
32:33 - Lake Shasta, California (Twisty Paved Roads)
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@BlueBackflip 2 жыл бұрын

Well done. I can't even imagine how much time it took to plan the alternate routes for testing and set up all those cameras along the way and then retrieve them again. Then all the editing. I'd like to applaud your dedication and thoroughness put into all your videos!

@josem6929 2 жыл бұрын

Watching this that was all I could think about, really impressive hard work for what appears to be a one man band trip.

@benzinimblut9499 2 жыл бұрын

The Compass is most Popular Model from Jeep in Europe. I have the Compass with 2.0 Diesel Engine. I live in Germany and we drive a lot kilometre through Europe with no Problems. In Europe we love the Look and Image . Jeep is legend like Land Rover. I love my Copass

@fa_flatout_818 2 жыл бұрын

This channel has quickly become one of my go to for straight forward reviews on vehicles that I don’t even have any interest in lol. Thanks for the content!!

@grizzlybaitak 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, and a terrific format for a more comprehensive evaluation. Would like to see more of these.

@kamsalva1343 Жыл бұрын

one of the best reviews I've seen so far! Thank you, Ryan!!

@ForgotToMentionThat Жыл бұрын

I needed this ride along!!! Thank you.

@ATLOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy these road trip videos. I rented a Compass in 2016 for a two week road trip. This 2022 looks completely different. I’m glad to see they evolving these cars so quickly.

@eddiehateseverything Жыл бұрын

"Real World Test Drive" is a legit series that needs to happen. Buy a car on the other side of the country and put it through its shit on the way home. You got yourself a series, dude.

@brian6268 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very comprehensive and informative review. This is the best one I've run across yet on the 2022 Compass. I am considering the new Latitude Lux trim, but still found this review, including the off-road content, quite interesting since I also have a Wrangler.

@slocavky 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Ryan.... That's one way to test a new vehicle that's for sure... Keep it up brother...

@michaelcannon3816 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the purchase Ryan! Thanks for another great video!!!

@1stgenbirdNH 2 жыл бұрын

Great video detailing your experience and adventures with the new Compass.

@sh-df1bb Жыл бұрын

I am so grateful I found your video! I've never owned a brand new vehicle before and I've never spent more than 20 grand on a vehicle before until we bought our 2020 honda talon last year. We have fallen in love with the off road lifestyle and the 4x4 capabilities and We are also in need of a more fuel efficient vehicle (have nothing but diesel trucks) so we are seriously considering the 2022 trailhawk so we can hopefully have the best of both worlds! I was worried we are making a mistake spending 35 grand on a compass and I'm so grateful you put so much time, energy and money in to making this video so now I know we are making the right decision for us! Thanks again brother I appreciate you!

@victorlabadia881 2 жыл бұрын

Always love the videos! Never stop doing what you’re doing.

@GoBrand0n 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year.. Thank you for sharing ☺️

@kylethompson7254 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man! I just drove back from Houston to Utah on the 27th and it’s crazy to see you take pretty much the same route as me and the wife did. Seeing all those random fire shooters in west Texas was nuts and even more nutty is all the red cell tower lights outside Roswell and Albuquerque.

@MarcusSYoung 6 ай бұрын

I really love your cross country videos when you are driving state to state like this! I have been deep diving trying find more!

@MegaRetr Жыл бұрын

Love your reviews Ryan!

@TheKingPrawn114 2 жыл бұрын

That long stretch of nothing south of Lubbock is where I grew up. Now I'm in the PNW with you. It was nice to see both in the same video.

@hepsibahsamuel881 2 жыл бұрын

That's so awesome. Since the time I made up mind on Jeep... I was wondering if I can get more insight on it. Going through your video has made it more easier for me to make a decision. So well thought and efforts put is is appreciated. Thank you once again.

@davidiniguezjr214 2 жыл бұрын

You should def do more cross country reviews when you buy new vehicles for the channel. Great video!

@leomickey9672 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching this, thank you.

@drakm1 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video. Loved your honesty and your style. Expecting my car next week and I am super excited to take it to the Himalayas!

@drduplessie 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! Didn't even know about Aden Hills. Looks like a fun place. Informative review!

@kingramey91 2 жыл бұрын

Really great video. I own a 2016 renegade sport so this thumbnail caught my attention. Keep up the great work.

@gilsonmercado3140 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video.😁 I have been in the market for a Jeep Compass, so your video was very helpful. Also happy to hear this review is coming from a fellow Washingtonian.🌲 Im officially subscribed and looking forward to watching more videos. 😊

@sambutler3347 2 жыл бұрын

That's was a nice roadtrip!

@georgefoley9793 4 ай бұрын

Easily, one of my most favorite vehicle review videos! This is just such a nice road trip!

@offroad5798 2 жыл бұрын

The Trailhawk Jeeps are ridiculously capable, it's actually insane

@luchaDor 2 жыл бұрын

This was a really excellent review & video Ryan. Its very interesting that a lot of the AWD components are essentially 'off the shelf' parts used by many different brands, I didn't know that. I have also found the 9 Speed trans to be substantially smoother in our '21 Renegade TH and more refined when compared to our 2017 Cherokee. You've already demonstrated perfectly, in your 3 videos, the 'sweet' spot for vehicles like this. (I really liked the Compass TH when shopping, but preferred the 1.3L Turbo option on the Renegade. Plus it was $4k cheaper...we're very happy with it after a year of ownership.)

@jeremystout412 2 жыл бұрын

I looked into the smaller Jeep models, but I got the Cherokee it ended up being priced almost identical to the Compass after incentives. Plus I got the 2.0T win-win. The Cherokee uses many components supplied by American Axle & Manufacturing.

@M.G.jun. Жыл бұрын

You rejoice like a little child unwrapping a present. so nice to see And the all-encompassing and detailed explanations. Great to look at.

@kevinblock2307 2 жыл бұрын

Looked like a fun trip!

@dale5282 2 жыл бұрын

Great video looks like a fun trip.

@danielduncan256 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Look forward to ta comparison against the Bronco Sport

@gomanthkolli1794 2 жыл бұрын

Good job.your videos are crystal clear like which a automobile company rely on strategies and spending time on pros and cons for releasing a good product to survive in different kinds of automobile markets

@jediguy634 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Ryan keep up the good work! Love the local coffee shop low key plugs. Looking forward to some Maverick vs Compass videos that we all know will eventually come.

@kristopheraknight 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid, man. My roommate had a 2017 Renegade Trailhawk and we took that off road on similar trails, no issues, fun, but it was painfully slow on the highway. The transmiaaion shifted slowly and that still seems to be the case, but the shifts were very smooth. Just one problem at 30,000 miles around the end of the lease- a sticking front brake caliper. Not one other problem during the 39 mo lease, except for that it was still slow. 😁

@paulstewart3010 2 жыл бұрын

🗣You Changed Your Shirt Ryan, What About Your Sock's Fella? lol"lol 😀🤣🤣🤣🤣 Beautiful Jeep Btw & Health To Enjoy It!!

@markerf16 Жыл бұрын

We just got one - love how it drives around town - but hate it on the highway. Just """NO GO""" in it.

@dot86entertainment 2 жыл бұрын

Great video !

@FF-if1hm 2 жыл бұрын

It was a great video. Congratulations

@canadiansummer8700 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed it ⛈🌦🌨👍👍🤠

@LateCloser 2 жыл бұрын

I got stuck renting a Jeep Compass a couple years ago, it was the biggest piece of crap I've ever driven. I can't say one positive thing about the experience, except that it eventually ended. Even the radio broke at one point. Buying one is certainly going to be an adventure. :) Good luck with that Jeep reliability. Think it's going to make you like your Toyota even more when you're done.

@coblaze1 2 жыл бұрын

yup. comparing an american made car to a japanese car is a losing battle.

@joeyt5786 2 жыл бұрын

I hated my Jeep Compass I had bought brand new in 2019. Got rid of it this past June

@JRs-guitars 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The only Jeeps worthy of the Jeep name are the Grand Cherokee, Wrangler and Gladiator. I have a GC myself...no issues. The others...JUNK (except wrangler and Gladiator)

@boxoffisa 2 жыл бұрын

@@joeyt5786 so people don’t lie about jeep?

@boxoffisa 2 жыл бұрын

@@joeyt5786 so people don’t lie about jeep?

@JS-yj7ow Жыл бұрын

I’ve got an ‘87 XJ that runs like new, and is super capable and reliable with 350k miles. I’ve got a lemony yellow (silver to the eye) 2019 compass that I can’t trust to keep running. Bought it because I’ve had such good luck with my XJ, boy was I mistaken. It’s in the shop for the third time in as many months with dead batteries. Dealer claims everything in the charging system has checked out (though the second time they claimed they found a loose cable??-how do you miss that?). Still in the shop, and they said again everything checked out but the batteries. I asked if they root caused the battery issue, and they have no answer. They can keep it until they prove to me it’s reliable at this point. What a piece! I never thought I’d say this but, stay away from Jeeps IMO.

@HB-yp4ok 2 жыл бұрын

Hear what you’re saying about power. However, once loaded down with camping gear and roof rack, it’s tough to keep highway speeds with a lower power vehicle especially with crosswinds.

@dano7145 2 жыл бұрын

The 2.4L TigerShark has always been a course, comparatively inefficient engine, but paired to the 6A transmission in my very-well-equipped 2014 Patriot Freedom Edition ($24K out the door), it has given me no cause to complain. Yet I don't consider it a suitable powerplant when the purchase price rises into the upper $30Ks. Therefore, I'd forego the luxury/high-tech appointments of the Compass in favor of the Cherokee Trailhawk with its much more satisfying 3.2 V6. Thanks for the top-notch and insightful video!

@nicholaslee5888 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video!

@RR-ew3nn 2 жыл бұрын

Great video would love to hear how this compares against the Bronco sport experience

@oh_ive_eatenhere_before6421 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! However, I'm one of those who would keep that screen protector on for as long as I can. 😆 🤣

@ave9889 2 жыл бұрын

Love ❤️ it…. I want one ignore the piano black and enjoy it!!!!

@dodgesportsman772 Жыл бұрын

My wife just bought one but without the extra interior package and she loves it. Only has 800 miles so far bought it with 3 miles. It's slow as hell but I drive a Hellcat and 87 ramcharger LE 360 V8.

@allanyoungstein4227 Жыл бұрын

I drove my Compass from NY to Denver and back. Zero issues accept it was not happy with the 85 octane fuel in Colorado. I moved back to mid grade 87 and it was fine. Over 30MPG for most of the trip.

@anagonzalez7753 2 жыл бұрын

We had brand-new Compass trailhawk 2018 and had so many problems: oíl leaked, suspension broke very early, battery stopped working in the first year, panoramic sunroof went loose, the display had and issue and was replaced , went in limp mode, start/stop function stop working after the first year and the service in the dealership was terrible. It was fun the first months though.

@CapELarry 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like our experience with our Renegade. It was an absolute nightmare to own and we ditched it after a year. I’ll never own a Stellantis product again.

@blueridge8992 2 жыл бұрын

The Compass is the best looking vehicle that Jeep makes in my opinion and it would be near the top of my shortlist if it was available with the 2 liter turbo. NA engines just run out of steam where I live due to the altitude. Really great video though, a perfect little escape for me on a Sunday afternoon. I’ve been craving a road trip but I need to stay safe until I’m done with chemo so I’ve stayed home for the better part of the past 2 years. This vid really helped scratch that itch, so thank you!

@ers-br 2 жыл бұрын

how high is your city?

@thecleanoffroader 2 жыл бұрын

Best approach and break over bro .... You need to push it harder

@claytonrich592 2 жыл бұрын

Love your reviews Ryan! As a frequent visitor to the Seattle/Bellingham area, at least pre-pandemic, really appreciate the “local” perspective!

@Meldonator 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year!! Just for the "fun", in France (since Jeep is now french in a way :D ) you can only get a trailhawk with the 4xe (1.3 Turbo with an electric engine on the rear) and without hooks or 4low (6 speed gear box) for just 55000€ (about 63,000 USD). Since you aren't allowed to ride on unpaved road almost everywhere that's not the Compass that will sell the most here :D 29:07 thank you for the new wallpaper! :3 29:09 another one! 29:43 too many gorgeous shot everytime, DST is now my official wallpaper provider :D

@MetroCollectablesandvlogs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing... I bought my Compass 2 yrs ago in Jan 2020... just got in an accident. Some idiot hit me on the freeway. Thankfully I was safe. Finally took it in the collision place and think they are going to say its totaled. So now I am back to square one. Thinking about getting the Trailhawk this time around. Thoughts?

@flash4182000 2 жыл бұрын

I love to get the jeep compass 2022 right now I have the jeep compass 2018 your lucky to have it

@music122011 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, was watching your video and wonder if you could tell me if and how to set up easy entry and easy exit for the driver seat please and thank you

@BernonCars 2 жыл бұрын

Love me a good road trip.

@perkuma11 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, i actually planning to buy the one with manual transmission, i feel it gives you more control.

@jeffreyarvik5936 2 жыл бұрын

Good video - as a heads-up, GAIA GPS also has Apple CarPlay GPS integration as well.

@ddmarsh21 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing out that car enthusiast reviewers overemphasize the need for speed. I have a Forester Wildernesses and it’s plenty fast for me, I have full confidence in passing on the highway and it gets up mountain roads faster than I care to go without any feel of overtaxing the engine with A/C on full blast and 4 adult passengers. I have never driven a sports car so to me it seems fast, it’s the fastest car I have ever owned.

@3636lk Жыл бұрын

Such a great looking SUV, Jeep did a great job on it.

@Sidesurf100 Жыл бұрын

Ryan. How would you compare the Compass Trailhawk and the Bronco Sport Badlands? I know the Bronco is faster, but specially how do they compare off-road and comfort? Thanks.

@glamdring0007 2 жыл бұрын

Solid video. One thing that should be added to your videos for all vehicles, regardless of make or model, is a discussion about reliability and a look at previous years and how they've held up.

@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD 2 жыл бұрын

then it would be the Toyota/Lexus channel 😆

@roslechte 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the S Limited. I know it doesn't have the off-road capability of the Tailhawk which is ok for me as l won't be doing that sort of driving. Do you still recommend the S Limited?

@theinternets7516 2 жыл бұрын

20:1 crawl ratio is pretty good for this type of vehicle. The stock XJ Cherokee only has a 27:1 crawl ratio and it's 4Lo will go anywhere.

@timkline162 2 жыл бұрын

I was going to get one of these, but my lease was up before they were available so I ended up going with something else. I had a 2019 compass that I liked a lot.

@nismomike3182 2 жыл бұрын

OnX is really great. I use a Samsung A7 Lite tablet in my SxS and it never let's me down.

@thecleanoffroader 2 жыл бұрын

That motor is underrated... I love it.. in my Renegade Trailhawk.... Stay away from direct injection turbo garbage

@mustangracer1917 Жыл бұрын

all the people here wishing it was turbo. But a turbo is junk when off roading. piping can get loose with vibration and you loose all your power. Also the dust can sand blast your turbo if your air filter cant stop it. 180hp is good you dont need more on a small suv like this... Also small turbo 4 cylinder required premium fuel another downside...

@wildbill23c 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer your reviews over other's. You do a slew of videos in real world driving scenarios even with the offroad course you built and use, it proves the AWD/4WD systems are either good or they're not, you put them to the test unlike other channels that just stop at the first wheel slip and claim the vehicle is garbage....you actually let the system do its job or at least give it the opportunity to do so. I'd really love to know what got you into doing automotive reviews, and how you got started in the field of reviews, and buying test vehicles like what criteria do you use to decide I'm buying this vehicle, but I'll just do the reviews on this other vehicle using available press vehicles?

@RobBernhard 2 жыл бұрын

What a great road trip. A shame the Compass is so pokey but for the intended audience it sure appears to check a lot of boxes. Looking forward to the longer term reviews, including TCO discussions.

@patrickbertlein4626 Жыл бұрын

Pokey?

@RobBernhard Жыл бұрын

@@patrickbertlein4626 pokey meaning under-powered or slow

@Doncan0823 Жыл бұрын

Any update on the Compass ?? Would like to see a review.

@jovandjukic5923 2 жыл бұрын

I have 2020 Jeep Compass Litmited 2.0 diesel 170HP 4x4ATX, what is the difference of 1st gear btw trailhawk model and non TH model?

@imperius_lxxvii9999 Жыл бұрын

The cherokee trailhawk has 56:1 crawl ratio (60:1 Wrangler, 20:1 Compass Traihawk, 20:1 Renegade Trailhawk ) if you guys want a comparison PS: The Wrangler Rubicon features an available 4.88:1 axle ratio that delivers a Best-in-Class 100:1

@ryandasilva8911 2 жыл бұрын

Huge fan of your videos, can you please test out a 2022 Honda Pilot touring, and what do you think of them?

@drivingsports 2 жыл бұрын

The Pilot has a great AWD system, and some good use of interior space, but is pretty bland overall.

@jeffmorse645 Жыл бұрын

There's a $4,000 rebate in California on these right now on 2022 models. A local dealer has a Latitude that has the same equipment as the Forester Premium. The Forester is $34,000 and the dealer won't budge. The Compass is $28,000 with the rebate and dealer discount. Probably can get them down a bit more. That's a huge difference for very similar equipment and performance. I'm seriously considering one. Rebate is over in three days so I better decide! lol

@TheBabadush 2 жыл бұрын

Road Trip!!!

@dale5282 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if it’s programmed in but I recently purchased a 2021 compass trail hawk and was disappointed with the power. But after 6000 miles I noticed it seamed to have much more power. I noticed the same thing on my 2015 Ram power wagon after 6000 miles it had better power. Pulling my 35 foot travel trailer I noticed after 6000 miles it had so much more power that briskly taking off pulling the trailer that the torque of the motor would slightly lift one side of truck same as the eighteen wheeler that I would drive at work. So I’m wondering if computer limits power until full break in around 6000 miles.

@drivingsports 2 жыл бұрын

We’re coming up on 5k miles. Will test again after 6.

@nhuff73 2 жыл бұрын

My 2018 renegade trail hawk (basically a compass) was the slowest and heavy. I sold it after 6k miles and took the huge Loss to go to Lexus

@amgienarra Жыл бұрын

Omg! What route is that!❤❤❤❤

@jordanfarnsworth8087 2 жыл бұрын

I love your video reviews! I’m curious as to what influences your purchasing no decisions? Did you consider buying a bronco sport badlands or any other competitors before pulling the trigger on this compass trail hawk? Also wondering your thoughts on reliability when evaluating cars in this emerging advanced soft road class?

@geraldodearrudajunior2484 2 жыл бұрын

I have a doubt! Which one to buy...Subaru XV 2022 ir Jeep Compass Trailhawk Diesel ?

@jbatacan2 2 жыл бұрын

Since you had the multiair version, did you happen to notice any odd oil consumption over your trip? that would probably be my only fear with this package, since i had a trailhawk renegade that drank oil like no tomorrow.

@frankweathersbee2553 2 жыл бұрын

There's a flash update for that, or a new engine.

@flowersunny6674 2 жыл бұрын

Are they offering hybrid and how is fuel consumption

@KevinNordstrom Жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2022 Cherokee with off road package. No regrets.

@davidbrieske 2 жыл бұрын

Another fine adventure, thanks for taking us along. That’s a great idea, buying a vehicle and driving it home across country. But why get it in Texas? Aren’t the Jeep Compass’s built in Belvedere,Illinois? Keep up the great work.👍

@drivingsports 2 жыл бұрын

I had some commercial photo work to take care of in Houston as well and this allowed me to skip getting a rental car. 😂

@davidbrieske 2 жыл бұрын

@@drivingsports very cool Ryan

@davidbrieske 2 жыл бұрын

Currently watching (again) your Honda Ridgeline review.

@supersnot4 2 жыл бұрын

The cost-cutting philosophy of Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge: "Make sure it looks and drives good, so people will buy it. Cut costs where people can't see them, so they only have to deal with it after they already gave us their money." The opposite is very evident with vehicles like the Maverick. You can see the cost cutting measures (cheaper, harder plastic, less gimmicky features, etc).

@frankweathersbee2553 2 жыл бұрын

I agree I work at a jeep dealership & these vehicles feel very crappy driving with the vibrating throttle pedal, jerky trans & small bolts holding the struts, I test drove a 2021 Subaru crosstrek & bought it for a retirement vehicle to tow a small boat ,camp & commute. Tha Subaru feels like Quality.

@trr5291 2 жыл бұрын

My Dodge is 20 years old. 258.000 miles. Different company though. It still runs fine. It could use some new suspension though.

@OfOld 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like ford

@alenakv5173 2 жыл бұрын

I have constant problems with Jeep Compass from the moment I bought it, problems not finishing 😩 recently Jeep change full engine for me and guess what after 2 weeks of changing my engine all those notifications started to comeback again… the final one fuel cut off and my car always stopping in the middle of the road. 😩

@speedciousyt257 2 жыл бұрын

This car came out in 2021 in india and it's very expensive but it's pretty reliable it's cost 28,000$+ for the base model of this car and it doesn't even have automatic air con and leather seat the variant is sport

@rohan-ghosh 2 жыл бұрын

37:55 are you shifting gears? awesome videos by the way

@Kiss__Kiss 2 жыл бұрын

3600 Miles?!?!?!? Umm.. What a break-in period lol Thanks for another Video, Ryan..

@flash4182000 2 жыл бұрын

Jeeps are better then what people think

@DavGreg 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review, you do some of the best stuff on KZfaq. I did not see mentioned if it has a spare tire. I will not even consider any SUV/Crossover that lacks one and the FS spare is one reason I bought a 2021 Outback Onyx. As to leather and sunroofs, I dislike both and that is also part of why I bought my Outback Onyx- cloth seats are more comfortable and do not need to be ventilated like leather or vinyl. Interested to see if the reliability has improved for whatever Chrysler calls itself these days (Stellantis until the next merger). The biggest thing keeping me from buying any Jeep is the build reputation of Chrysler and its successors.

@drivingsports 2 жыл бұрын

It has a space saver spare. BUT. It can fit a full size in the bay. We’ve since upgraded ours.

@DCuerpoJr 2 жыл бұрын

I own a 2015 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk with essentially the same AWD system. Swap out the tires for Falken Wildpeak AT3 W’s and you’d be surprised with how well the vehicle handles snow both on-road and off-road. You live in Seattle as well, right? I was able to easily drive up Queen Anne hill and other very steep grades when it snowed 4-6 inches over the holidays. Also made it through Snoqualmie Pass (before it was opened to the public) when it was closed due to 3 feet of snow on I-90. I’m a first responder and need a vehicle that can go almost anywhere in case I can’t use my department-issued vehicle (Ford Escape). I’ve driven 120,000+ miles in my Jeep Renegade and it has never left me stranded. Reason I didn’t get a Jeep Wrangler is because it’s 4WD system is primarily for off-road as it is ill-advised to use 4-high on pavement due to issues with crabbing.

@DCuerpoJr 2 жыл бұрын

Lastly, my only complaint is the 9-speed transmission. My Jeep has the same 2.4L Tiger Shark engine and I swear it hates this transmission. It feels like 9th gear is too tall for any freeway driving with more than a 1% grade. The transmission overall feels like it’s upshifted one gear too high. As a result, I normally override the auto and manually select gears.

@drivingsports 2 жыл бұрын

Jeep did re-tune the transmission for 2022 and it's better. Far less hunting than the older model, but there's still a bit of it. Also i did upgrade to FWP AT3Ws and theyre a good match for this one. We have a snow video coming out with them installed this weekend.