Toyota Innova Crysta or Jeep Compass

We are planning to buy an SUV and have narrowed down to the Toyota Innova Crysta and the Jeep Compass. What would you recommend?
Tasneem, via email

AAA We have just driven the Jeep Compass and are thoroughly impressed with it. It is much nicer to drive than the Innova in most ways. It has an outstanding ride, fantastic handling and feels quite plush too. The Innova’s biggest advantage is that it is a seven-seater with lots of space, whilst the Compass is a five-seater and its rear seats are not the most spacious. So, if you need a family car with lots of space, the Innova makes more sense. Also, you get the added assurance of Toyota’s legendary reliability and proven service record. The Jeep Compass, on the other hand, is a car that will really tug at your heart strings and the car we would pick if space is not a concern for you.