What is the maximum wading depth of the Compass?
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The maximum wading depth of the Compass ranges between 400~500mm. Here are some relevant introductions about the Compass: 1. Interior: The interior of the Compass well inherits the JEEP style, featuring simple design with clean straight lines, prioritizing practicality above all. 2. Powertrain: The Compass is equipped with the world-leading dual VVT engine, paired with the rare 6-speed automatic manual CVT transmission in its class, achieving perfect coordination. The advanced dual VVT engine can adjust the working time of intake and exhaust valves in real time according to its own working conditions, delivering extremely powerful performance while maintaining excellent fuel economy.
I've driven the Jeep Compass a few times before, with a maximum wading depth marked at around 480 millimeters, roughly 48 centimeters. I've tested it in rainy terrain, and it's generally fine with water depths up to 30 centimeters, but you need to drive slowly and steadily to avoid water entering the engine. The Compass has a well-designed chassis, with the air intake positioned below the grille, making it safe in shallow water, but deeper water could create waves that might get sucked into the engine. I'd recommend adding a snorkel to improve performance and upgrading to larger tires for increased ground clearance as extra precautions. After wading, always check the chassis seals and wiring harness to ensure they're dry and prevent rust. In practice, the Compass isn't as capable as a pure off-road vehicle, but it's sufficient for urban flooding—just don't push it too far.
