2012 Jeep Compass Sport
1C4NJDBB3CD569656
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $1,792 above typical price
Iowa City, IA
This 2012 Jeep Compass Sport is listed at $8,980 with 79,258 miles in Iowa City, IA.
Sold by McGrath Toyota of Iowa City
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Market price range
Based on 18 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 10, 2026This vehicle: $8,980 — $1,792 above the typical market price ($7,188)
Asking $8,980 · typical market price $7,188 · based on 18 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 5 listing dates for VIN 1C4NJDBB3CD569656, spanning 13 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McGrath Toyota of Iowa City | Iowa City, IA 52246 | $8,980 | 79,258 mi | 2026-08-23 | 2 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McGrath Chevrolet of Dubuque | Dubuque, IA 52001 | $9,130 | 78,945 mi | 2026-08-31 | 7 d ago |
| McGrath Toyota of Iowa City | Iowa City, IA 52246 | $8,880 | 79,258 mi | 2026-08-22 | 2 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1C4NJDBB3CD569656Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 23 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Jeep Compass likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Jeep Compass has 4 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 23 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Jeep Compass SUV 4WD
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SEAT BELTSChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger…NHTSA campaign 16V668000
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEChrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012.NHTSA campaign 13V120000
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINECHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JEEP PATRIOT AND COMPASS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 17, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 2, 2012.NHTSA campaign 12V142000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Jeep Compass from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Jeep Compass over the last 6 months — the market firmed $3 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $6,995 |
| May 2026 | $6,548 |
| June 2026 | $6,133 |
| July 2026 | $6,412 |
| August 2026 | $6,438 |
| September 2026 | $6,998 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Jeep Compass Sport (this car) | $8,980 | 18 | — |
| 2014 Jeep Wrangler | $17,075 | 5 | +$8,095 |
| 2012 GMC Acadia | $7,264 | 4 | −$1,716 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | $7,802 | 4 | −$1,178 |
| 2014 Jeep Patriot | $7,228 | 3 | −$1,752 |
| 2014 Ford Escape | $10,498 | 3 | +$1,518 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3,162 | $21,421 | 100% | 43,109 mi |
| 2021 | 918 | $16,994 | 79% | 75,595 mi |
| 2020 | 940 | $15,999 | 75% | 80,529 mi |
| 2019 | 1,500 | $14,995 | 70% | 86,079 mi |
| 2018 | 1,628 | $13,974 | 65% | 91,481 mi |
| 2017 | 503 | $11,485 | 54% | 101,319 mi |
| 2016 | 539 | $8,249 | 39% | 111,225 mi |
| 2015 | 244 | $7,900 | 37% | 111,536 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.