2011 Jeep Compass Speaker Sizes

The 2011 Jeep Compass factory audio system includes specific locations for audio components. The dashboard accepts a 1 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear door panel accommodate 6x9 inch speakers. Additionally, the tail gate supports 3.5 inch units, and the rear accepts an 8 inch unit. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade include tweeter, full-range, and subwoofer units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear 8 Subwoofer
  • Secondary sound location
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Door Panel 6x9 Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Tail Gate 3.5 Full-Range
  • Access through rear opening
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2011 Jeep Compass Speaker Replacement Summary

5 total positions
3 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 0

2011 Jeep Compass Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2011 Jeep Compass factory audio configuration includes dedicated 1-inch tweeter positions in the dashboard area, suggesting a component-style approach to high-frequency reproduction that separates treble delivery from the main door speakers.
  • Front and rear door panels both accommodate 6x9 full-range speakers, which may offer advantages in bass response compared to round speaker designs due to the increased cone surface area inherent in the oval configuration.
  • The tailgate location features 3.5-inch full-range speakers, a size that typically handles midrange frequencies adequately but may lack extension in both the lowest and highest frequency ranges compared to larger or component configurations.
  • An 8-inch subwoofer position exists in the rear of the 2011 Jeep Compass, providing a factory provision for enhanced low-frequency output without requiring custom enclosure fabrication or mounting solutions.
  • The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, allowing flexibility in aftermarket receiver selection whether prioritizing compact design or larger touchscreen interfaces.
  • Replacing the door panel speakers first might provide the most noticeable sound quality improvement, as 6x9 full-range units typically handle the majority of the frequency spectrum and contribute substantially to overall audio character.
  • The combination of separate dashboard tweeters and door-mounted full-range speakers creates a quasi-component system that could benefit from aftermarket upgrades matching the existing crossover points and sensitivity levels.
  • The rear subwoofer location suggests the factory system was designed with some consideration for bass reinforcement, though aftermarket options in the 8-inch category vary widely in power handling and excursion capabilities.