What is the best year for a Jeep Compass?

The weakest years by those same measures are 2014, 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2025 — worth closer inspection before buying, not an automatic pass. Verdict: no standout year — any of the stronger years is a reasonable buy.

How much does Jeep Compass insurance cost?

Full-coverage insurance for the Jeep Compass averages $2,011 a year, about $168 a month (industry average). That is less than the compact segment average of $2,056. Actual rates vary by trim, location, and driving record — compare quotes before buying.

Is the Jeep Compass or Subaru Crosstrek cheaper to maintain?

Maintenance runs $526 a year on the Jeep Compass versus $492 on the Subaru Crosstrek. Reliability scores are 8/10 and 9.0/10. Unscheduled repairs average 0.25 versus 0.13 times per year. Verdict: the Subaru Crosstrek is the cheaper of the two to run.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Jeep Compass?

The chance of a major repair in a given year is 11%, so roughly 89 in 100 owners will not face one — in line with the compact segment norm of 11%. Reliability sits at 8/10. Verdict: for most years, no — the odds do not justify the cost.

Is the Subaru Crosstrek expensive to maintain?

At $492/year the Crosstrek sits just $26 above the subcompact segment average of $466 — essentially at par on sticker cost. Where it distinguishes itself is frequency: a 13% repair rate versus the segment average of 20% means fewer unscheduled shop visits per year. Combined with a 7% major repair probability (below the 9% class average) and a 9/10 reliability score, it's a strong long-term ownership choice.

What is the best year for a Subaru Crosstrek?

The 2023 Crosstrek stands out with only 32 complaints, a 10/10 NHTSA safety score, and just 4 severe issues — the cleanest year in its recent history. Avoid the 2019 model, which had 276 complaints. The 2023–2025 window represents the most refined version currently available on the used market.

How much does Subaru Crosstrek insurance cost?

The Crosstrek averages about $1,968/year to insure — roughly $164/month — making it one of the more affordable subcompact SUVs to insure. Its strong safety ratings and low theft profile keep rates competitive across most driver profiles.

Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Honda HR-V cheaper to maintain?

The HR-V is cheaper by about $191/year — $301 versus $492 for the Crosstrek. The HR-V also leads on reliability (10 vs. 9) and major repair probability (5% vs. 7%). The Crosstrek's counterargument is standard AWD, which the HR-V doesn't offer — a meaningful difference depending on where and how you drive.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Subaru Crosstrek?

Probably not. A 7% major repair probability and 13% repair frequency both sit below the subcompact segment average, and a 9/10 reliability score puts it in low-risk territory. If buying a 2019 model used, some coverage is worth considering given elevated complaints that year — otherwise, self-insuring makes more financial sense.

Jeep Compass vs Subaru Crosstrek

Two compact SUVs compared on the numbers that matter — maintenance cost, reliability, and insurance.

// VERDICT

Our verdict

Buy the Jeep Compass if its specific features or size suit your needs better.

Buy the Subaru Crosstrek — lower 5-year cost and better reliability.

// COST HEAD TO HEAD

Maintenance and ownership cost

	Jeep Compass	Subaru Crosstrek
Annual maintenance	$526	$492winner
5-year total cost	$2,630	$2,460winner
Reliability score	8 / 10	9 / 10winner
Major repair risk (5yr)	11%	7%winner
Cargo space	59.8 cu ftwinner	54.7 cu ft
Starting price (new)	$30,400	$27,600winner

// RELIABILITY

Which is more reliable?

	Jeep Compass	Subaru Crosstrek
RepairPal score	8 / 10	9 / 10winner
NHTSA complaints / 100k	237.7	65.9winner
Strongest years	2015, 2021, 2023	2013
Weakest years	2013, 2014, 2018	2016, 2018, 2019
Value retained · 3 yr	68%	90.5%winner
Value retained · 5 yr	56.9%	71.2%winner
Value retained · 7 yr	50.4%	59.5%winner

// COMMON PROBLEMS

What breaks — and what it costs

	Jeep Compass	Subaru Crosstrek
Engine	38.9%	15.8%winner
Electrical	13.7%	11.5%winner
ADAS	11.4%	9.4%winner
Brakes	3.7%	2.2%winner
Suspension	2.1%	—winner
Steering	2.3%winner	3.6%
Fuel system	2.9%	—winner
Tires/Wheels	—winner	2.4%
Glass/Windows	—winner	28.7%
Airbags	7.6%	1.8%winner
Lighting	2.4%	2.2%winner

One major repair on either model can run $1,500–4,000. A warranty caps your exposure, especially on known problem years.

// INSURANCE

Which is cheaper to insure?

	Jeep Compass	Subaru Crosstrek
Avg annual premium	$2,011	$1,968winner

// FULL MODEL PAGES

GAS

Jeep Compass

$526/yr maint · 8 reliability

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GAS

Subaru Crosstrek

$492/yr maint · 9 reliability

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// FAQ

Common questions

The Jeep Compass averages $526 a year in maintenance. That is $5 above the compact segment average of $521. Owners bring it in for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.25 times per year, below the compact segment at 0.3. Its reliability score is 8/10. Verdict: costlier than the segment, budget accordingly.

How we calculated this. Maintenance costs and reliability scores from RepairPal. Complaints and recalls from NHTSA. Fuel economy from the EPA. Insurance averages from CarEdge. Pricing from KBB. Depreciation from iSeeCars. Full methodology →