Unveiled late last month, the Jeep Meridian is a three-row SUV that is available with a diesel heart and 4×4 hardware
Jeep Meridian was unveiled last month and its production is slated to commence in May. That is also when it will have its market launch and go on to rival the likes of the Toyota Fortuner. But ahead of that, we have with us the first TVCs for the three-row SUV.
You may also like: How About a Tata CURVV 6-Seater SUV to Rival Jeep Meridian?
You may also like: Jeep Meridian vs Jeep Compass Comparison
Jeep Meridian Features
The first short video clip shows the SUV undergoing mild off-roading as it passes through a pond with ease. Basically, the driver is shown saying that he’s going for a swim and the Meridian is then seen gliding over a waterbody. In the second clip, the SUV is shown going through an off-road trail effortlessly. The much-anticipated SUV is positioned above the Compass and becomes Jeep India’s most affordable offering with 3 rows of seats. The new model is produced at the company’s JV production facility in Ranjangaon with Tata Motors. It has a high level of localization of more than 80 per cent to keep the cost under check.
You may also like: Jeep Meridian vs Toyota Fortuner Comparison
The highlights of the equipment list include a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, automatic climate control, 360-degree camera and more. Up front the Jeep Meridian look a fair bit like the Commander sold abroad but inside, the similarities aren’t much owing to the revised layout with theatre-style “stadium” seats. The cabin is a lot more spacious now due to the extended wheelbase, while the panoramic sunroof helps the cabin feel airier.
You may also like: Lady Driving Jeep Compass Acts Smart, Epic Fail Ensues
Safety & Specs
Powering the Jeep Meridian is the same 2.0-litre Multijet2 four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that propels the Compass. Even for the bigger SUV, the transmission options include a 9-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual unit. The safety kit on the Jeep Meridian will include ESP, 6-airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control and adaptive cruise control. Not just this, the SUV even comes with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) such as automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist and blind-spot detection.
