The battle for supremacy is one that has been ongoing for ages now, and two of the frontrunners have historically been Jeep and Ford, with the Wrangler and Bronco having long been considered the kings of offroading, but what about their more sensible counterparts?
This year’s Compass and Bronco Sport show that you can enjoy an offroading experience without breaking the bank or sacrificing comfort, reliability, and just about everything else a solid offroader might ask you to go without. In this Compass vs Bronco Sport interior and AWD review, both trims will be going under the microscope as we look to find which of the two models truly excels in the 2025 model year.
Key Takeaways
- The Compass is refined this year, offering a more concise collection of trims and the mysterious Joose paint scheme (It’s orange.)
- The Bronco Sport is focused on value as well, with reliability also being a key concern in this year’s model.
- The Bronco Sport’s reviews are glowing, with 95% of customers recommending the SUV.
Will there be a 2025 Ford Bronco Sport?
For 2025, the Ford Bronco Sport gets a number of updates that enhance both style and functionality. Refreshed front and rear exterior designs give it a sharper, more modern look, while the available Sasquatch package adds serious off-road hardware for those seeking more adventure. Inside, technology takes a step forward with a standard 13.2-inch touchscreen running Ford’s Sync 4 software, paired with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Drivers also benefit from a standard 12.3-inch digital information display and the inclusion of the Co-Pilot 360 Assist+ safety suite across the board.
Additional functional updates include new front fender tie-down points on the Big Bend, Black Diamond, Outer Banks Sasquatch, Badlands, and Badlands Sasquatch trims, rated to handle up to 150 pounds. Trail Control now comes with Trail One-Pedal Drive for more precise low-speed off-road control. Due to the Sasquatch package's availability, Falken Wildpeak 29-inch all-terrain tires are no longer offered on the Badlands trim.
Is there going to be a 2025 Jeep Compass?
Yes! For 2025, the Jeep Compass lineup is trimmed down to four core trims, with the Latitude Lux model dropped. The only new addition is a limited-edition paint color whimsically named Joose. Even the base model is decently equipped, coming standard with all-wheel drive and an 8.4-inch touchscreen featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
However, stepping up to the Latitude trim is a smarter move—it adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, automatic high beams, proximity keyless entry, and remote start, while also unlocking access to desirable options packages. Just note that white is the only no-cost paint option; other colors, including Joose, will set you back an additional $595.
Is the 2025 Ford Bronco reliable?
The 2025 Ford Bronco is earning strong praise from owners, with 95% of Kelley Blue Book reviewers recommending it. Out of 47 submitted reviews, 41 gave it a perfect five-star rating, highlighting standout strengths in styling and reliability. With such a high level of satisfaction, it’s clear that the Bronco continues to strike a chord with its fanbase.
Summary
It’s as the buyer reviews say, the Bronco Sport’s strong suits are in its reliability and killer good looks. The Compass is good, great even, but aside from endearingly named paint colors its sorely lacking in the “new” department this year, a problem the Bronco Sport struggles to have. It runs good, looks good, and is good to your wallet this year, and that makes it a perfect starting spot in the offroader segment.