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AD&P; ∕ APRIL 2017
JEEP COMPASS
Art Anderson, the Engineering vehicle line executive
for the Compass, says that the vehicle is based on the
company's small-wide 4x4 platform, which also underpins
the Jeep Renegade. But the Compass is bigger than the
Renegade, as it has a 103.8-inch wheelbase vs. a 101.2-inch
wheelbase and a length of 173 inches compared with 166.6
inches. Anderson explains that this lengthening of the
platform is accomplished using trim dies, which modify
the underlying stampings to meet the requirements for
each of the vehicles.
The shape of the HVAC vent surround
echoes the sculptural shark-fin form on
the exterior D-pillar.
In keeping with the enthusiast approach that is character-
istic of Jeeps, the interior colors that are used in the vehicle
are inspired by sports. There is a "Sandstorm" interior that
is based on sand surfing. There is what's called the "Urbex"
interior, which is big on black (cloth or leather) and anodized
gunmetal finishes: Urbex is about urban exploration. "Alpine,"
of course, is inspired by skiing, and it uses "Ski Grey" and
black contrasting materials.
Because Jeep is all about the outside, there is an available
dual-pane sunroof that covers both rows of seats.
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