2013 Jeep Compass Speaker Sizes
The 2013 Jeep Compass factory audio system features specific mounting locations that accept various audio components. The dashboard accommodates a 1 inch speaker size, the tail gate and rear support 3.5 inch and an 8 inch speaker size respectively, while the front door panel and rear door panel accept 6x9 inch units. Compatible replacement and upgrade speaker types consist of tweeters, full-range units, and subwoofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear | 8 | Subwoofer |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Tail Gate | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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2013 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: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 02013 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 2013 Jeep Compass factory audio configuration includes five distinct speaker locations distributed throughout the cabin and cargo area, each serving different frequency ranges and acoustic purposes.
- Dashboard-mounted tweeters measure 1 inch and handle high-frequency reproduction, working in conjunction with larger full-range drivers to create a more complete soundstage across the front listening area.
- The tail gate position accommodates 3.5 inch full-range speakers, which may provide rear fill or cargo area audio coverage depending on the factory system design.
- Both front and rear door panels accept 6x9 inch full-range speakers, suggesting the factory system prioritizes these locations for primary mid-range and midbass output given their larger surface area compared to other locations.
- An 8 inch subwoofer location exists in the rear of the vehicle, indicating factory provisions for dedicated low-frequency reinforcement separate from the door-mounted drivers.
- Aftermarket speaker selection for the 2013 Jeep Compass would likely focus first on the 6x9 inch door positions, as these represent the largest full-range drivers and typically contribute most significantly to perceived audio quality improvements.
- The combination of 1 inch tweeters with 6x9 inch door speakers suggests a component-style approach in the front stage, though replacing the larger door units alone might yield noticeable enhancement even without tweeter upgrades.
- The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket source unit installation without dashboard modification requirements.
- Coaxial speakers in the 6x9 inch size could replace factory door units while maintaining integrated tweeter functionality, potentially simplifying installation compared to separate component systems.
- The 8 inch subwoofer location offers a starting point for bass enhancement, though aftermarket options in this size range vary considerably in power handling and enclosure volume requirements.