2017 Jeep Compass Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Jeep Compass speaker size chart displays factory audio system specifications and locations for replacement or aftermarket upgrade purposes. Information includes speaker positions in the dashboard, front door panel, rear door panel, tail gate, rear deck lid, and rear areas. The chart provides details about original equipment sizes and configurations installed at each location within the vehicle.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear | 8 | Subwoofer |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Tail Gate | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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2017 Jeep Compass Speaker Replacement Summary
8
total positions
6
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 6 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 6 Low: 02017 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 2017 Jeep Compass incorporates multiple speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a factory audio system designed to distribute sound across different frequency ranges and cabin zones.
- Dashboard and tailgate positions utilize 3.5-inch full-range speakers, which typically handle mid to high frequencies but may have limited bass response due to their smaller cone area.
- Front and rear door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers that accept either midbass or full-range types, offering flexibility in component selection based on whether a separate tweeter system is installed.
- The presence of 6x9-inch oval speaker locations in front door panels, rear door panels, and rear deck lid indicates options for larger surface area drivers that can potentially produce fuller midrange and extended low-frequency output.
- An 8-inch subwoofer location in the rear provides dedicated low-frequency reinforcement, which could benefit from aftermarket replacement if enhanced bass reproduction is desired.
- Upgrading door panel speakers may take priority over smaller dashboard units, as the 6.5-inch and 6x9-inch positions typically contribute more significantly to overall sound quality and volume capability.
- Full-range speaker types handle the entire audible spectrum through a single driver, while midbass speakers focus on lower midrange frequencies and require separate tweeters for high-frequency reproduction.
- The combination of single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility allows for head unit replacement options ranging from basic units to larger touchscreen interfaces with advanced processing features.
- Aftermarket speaker installation could address common factory system limitations such as restricted power handling, narrow frequency response, and lower sensitivity ratings.
- The variety of speaker sizes present in this configuration suggests potential sound staging challenges that aftermarket components with better off-axis response might help mitigate.