Jeep Compass Speaker Size

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Dashboard Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Tail Gate Speaker

Rear Speaker

Rear Deck Lid Speaker

Jeep Compass Speaker FAQ

Which speakers should I replace first in my Jeep Compass for the biggest sound improvement?

Start with the front door speakers - those 6 x 9 inch units handle most of your music. The Jeep Compass front doors take either coaxial or component speakers depending on your setup. Component speakers will give you better imaging since the tweeter sits higher on the dashboard. But coaxials are simpler if you're not ready for a full install. Look for speakers with around 50-75 watts RMS and 4-ohm impedance. The front stage carries about 70% of what you actually hear while driving.

Can I put 6.5 inch speakers where my Jeep Compass has 6 x 9 speakers?

You'll need mounting adapters or custom brackets. The 6 x 9 opening won't properly secure a round 6.5 inch speaker - there's too much gap. Some aftermarket companies make adapter plates specifically for this swap. The 6.5 inch speakers might actually sound tighter in the low end, around 80-200 Hz range. But you're losing cone area which affects overall output. Most Jeep Compass models from 2007-2016 came with 6 x 9 slots, while 2017 switched to 6.5 inch rounds in some configurations.

What's the difference between the dashboard tweeters and full-range speakers in my Jeep Compass?

The 1 inch tweeters (2007-2016) only reproduce high frequencies above 3000 Hz or so. They're meant to work with component systems where the door woofer handles mids and bass. The 2.5 inch full-range units (2007-2008) and 3.5 inch speakers (2017) try to cover everything but compromise on both ends. If your Compass has the dedicated tweeters, you're probably running a factory component setup. The crossover network splits the signal - sends lows to the door speaker, highs to the dash. Better separation usually means clearer vocals and instruments.

Why does my 2015 Jeep Compass have both 3.5 inch and 6 x 8 speakers in the rear doors?

Different trim levels or audio packages. The base system might use single 3.5 inch coaxial speakers while the upgraded package adds 6 x 8 inch speakers for more bass response. Some 2015 models have dual speaker setups where both sizes work together. The 3.5 inch handles upper mids and treble while the 6 x 8 covers the lower range. Check your door panels - you might see two separate grilles. Power distribution varies but expect around 15-25 watts per channel for rear speakers in most Compass configurations.