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BMW iX3 (2021-2025) vs Jeep Compass
Selected trimPremier Edition · 2021Change trim279 mi · 80 kWh · £58,850
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX3 leads on family practicality, while the Jeep Compass leads on value for money, charging speed and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 (2021-2025) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Jeep Compass if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Jeep Compass wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueJeep
BMW
4.7
Jeep
6.6
FamilyBMW
BMW
7.6
Jeep
7.1
ChargingJeep
BMW
3.8
Jeep
4.3
City DrivingJeep
BMW
2.3
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 | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £58,850 | £36,999 (better) |
| Official range | 279 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 510 L | 550 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 34 min (better) | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX3
Jeep Compass
Length
BMW iX34,734mm
Jeep Compass4,550mm-184mm
Width
BMW iX31,891mm-9mm
Jeep Compass1,900mm
Height
BMW iX31,668mm-32mm
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,734 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,891 mm (better) | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,668 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 509 mm spare (better) | 500 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 510 L | 550 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1560 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX3 Premier Edition |  Jeep Compass Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.73m | 4.55m-184mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.90m+9mm |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.70m+32mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.86m | 2.80m-64mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | 200mm+21mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 510L | 550L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1560L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,260kg | 2,115kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 80kWh (better) | 74kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 279 mi | 285 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £58,850 | £36,999 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £58,850 (not eligible) | £35,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2021 | 2025+ |
* BMW iX3: Euro NCAP applied its 2017 BMW X3 rating to the iX3 after extra checks in 2021. That rating expired on 1 January 2024.
* BMW iX3: WLTP range on 20-inch wheels; the 19-inch M Sport is rated a little higher.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 279 miles | 285 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 196 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 34 min (better) | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 195 Wh/km | 189 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 kWh | 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 | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | Not available |
| Power | 210 kW (better) | 155 kW |
| Torque | 400 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
BMW iX3
Premier Edition
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jeep Compass
Altitude
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX3 Premier Edition
Tested 2017
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist58%
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 | BMW iX3Premier Edition | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW iX3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jeep Compass
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX3
- £29,6632021Car360View
Jeep Compass
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX3 worth the extra £21,851 over the Jeep Compass?
The BMW iX3 costs £21,851 more than the Jeep Compass. For that premium it adds 55 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 BMW iX3 or the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is £21,851 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 £21,891 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX3 and Jeep Compass like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 196 miles for the BMW iX3 and 193 miles for the Jeep Compass - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 34-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX3 or the Jeep Compass?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 509 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX3 and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX3 or the Jeep Compass?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX3 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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .