Jeep Meridian

2022 Jeep Meridian Overview

Jeep India is ready with its next offering for India. This is an all-new product that will be made in India, keeping the local market demands in mind. Largely based on the Compass, it will be a good, cheaper alternative to full sized SUVs like the Toyota Fortuner and the Mahindra Alturas

2022 Jeep Meridian : What we know so far

The company has teased the vehicle offically via pictures (camouflaged) and a teaser video. The vehicle has been tested across the country and should make a debut very soon. It is longer than the Compass and even the wheelbase has been extended to ensure a comfortable 3rd row along with a good amount of boot space. Jeep hasn't revealed any info on the engine options but rumours suggest the current 2.0 diesel will continue to serve the Meridian but in a higher state of tune. The good news is that AWD or 4x4 will be available across multiple versions. 

2022 Jeep Meridian : interiors

This will be a proper 3 row SUV that will offer good seating for 7 adults. To manage this, the Meridian has a longer wheelbase than the Compass. It will also make use of the same cabin design that we see in the updated 2021 Compass. This includes a large floating style touchscreen and a full digital console. A huge panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, wireless charing etc will also be standard on the higher trims. We can also expect ample charging points, cup holders and roof lights for all 3 rows. 

2022 Jeep Meridian : price & launch

There will be no base version of the Meridian as such. Even the entry level variant will be feature loaded and hence its fair to expect a starting price of about Rs 24-25 lakh with the higher diesel automatic 4x4 models coming with a price of Rs 30-32 lakh. So while it will undercut the Fortuner and Alturas, the lower models will overlap with the Compass higher versions in terms of pricing. 

Jeep will soon reveal the SUV properly with a possible launch in March or April 2022.