The BS VI Jeep Compass diesel has been launched, and a pair of 4×4 automatic variants have also been added to the portfolio, from Rs 21.96 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Jeep Compass range has expanded with the two new 4×4 automatic variants based on the Longitude and Limited Plus. These two variants will be offered to customers in 4×4 drive configuration.
The new Jeep Compass will now be powered by the BS VI-compliant 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel that still produces 173 hp and 350 Nm. A six-speed manual is the standard transmission in the Jeep Compass base Sport trim level, with the new nine-speed automatic now available in the Longitude trim level at Rs 21.96 lakh as well as the top-end Limited Plus trim level at Rs 24.99 lakh, still well below the Trail-Rated Compass Trailhawk, which costs from Rs 26.80 lakh, all ex-showroom.
This is a welcome step taken by the company as not too many manufacturers offer an automatic transmission on lower variants, and with 4×4 drive. The new BS VI Jeep Compass is available to order now with bookings and test drives for the new available at all Jeep showrooms across the country.
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Commenting on the range expansion, Dr Partha Datta – President and Managing Director, FCA India said, “We are strengthening and expanding the Jeep Compass range with the introduction of four diesel automatic variants, of which, the base and top-end variant will available to consumers right away. Both variants offer more equipment, boosting the value-for-money proposition for the customer which we believe will increase our share in the segment. This roll-out has also given us the opportunity to offer our locally-made BS VI-compliant 2.0-litre turbo-diesel powertrain to consumers much before the statutory deadline.”
