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Audi e-tron Sportback vs Jeep Compass
Selected trim55 quattro · 2020-23Change trim277 mi · 95 kWh · £79,900
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
The Audi e-tron Sportback was replaced by the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron in 2023. Compare the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron with the Jeep Compass
In this comparison, Audi e-tron Sportback leads on motorway range and family practicality, while the Jeep Compass leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi e-tron Sportback if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Jeep Compass edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueJeep
Audi
4.2
Jeep
6.6
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
3
Jeep
2.2
FamilyAudi
Audi
8.4
Jeep
7.1
Charging
Audi
4
Jeep
4.3
Too close to call
City DrivingJeep
Audi
1.5
Jeep
4.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £79,900 | £36,999 (better) |
| Official range | 277 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 615 L (better) | 550 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.7 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Audi e-tron Sportback
Jeep Compass
Length
Audi e-tron Sportback4,901mm
Jeep Compass4,550mm-351mm
Width
Audi e-tron Sportback1,935mm
Jeep Compass1,900mm-35mm
Height
Audi e-tron Sportback1,616mm-84mm
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,901 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,935 mm | 1,900 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,189 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,616 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 465 mm spare | 500 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 615 L (better) | 550 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1665 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,800 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi e-tron Sportback 55 quattro |  Jeep Compass Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.90m | 4.55m-351mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.90m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.70m+84mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.93m | 2.80m-128mm |
| Ground Clearance | 172mm | 200mm+28mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 615L (better) | 550L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1665L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.2m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,555kg | 2,115kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,800kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 95kWh (better) | 74kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 277 mi | 285 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £79,900 | £36,999 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £79,900 (not eligible) | £35,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2020–2023 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 277 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 231 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 189 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 86 kWh (better) | 74 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.7 sec | Not available |
| Power | 300 kW (better) | 155 kW |
| Torque | 664 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi e-tron Sportback
55 quattro
Jeep Compass
Altitude
6.6/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4/5
- DrivingElectric3.5/5
- Electrifying.com7/10
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Audi e-tron Sportback
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi e-tron Sportback 55 quattro
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi e-tron Sportback55 quattro | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi e-tron Sportback worth the extra £42,901 over the Jeep Compass?
The Audi e-tron Sportback costs £42,901 more than the Jeep Compass. For that premium it adds 65 litres more boot space and 145 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Jeep Compass comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi e-tron Sportback or the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is £42,901 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £208 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jeep Compass comes out roughly £43,021 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi e-tron Sportback and Jeep Compass like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 231 miles for the Audi e-tron Sportback and 193 miles for the Jeep Compass - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi e-tron Sportback goes roughly 39 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi e-tron Sportback or the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the Audi e-tron Sportback. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass and about 465 mm of total clearance for the Audi e-tron Sportback.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi e-tron Sportback or the Jeep Compass?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi e-tron Sportback and 84% for the Jeep Compass. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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