The 2022 Jeep line-up will continue to build the brand in India with the introduction of two all-new made-in-India SUVs, the Meridian and the larger and more premium Grand Cherokee. The action begins with the launch of the 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk.
2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk
The 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk has arrived in the Indian market much to the delight of off-road enthusiasts with an introductory price tag of Rs 30.72 lakh (ex-showroom).
The new Jeep Compass Trailhawk comes with distinctive exterior styling coupled with the renowned Jeep 4×4 system and Selec-Terrain traction management system, continuing the tradition of legendary off-road credentials. Powering the Trailhawk will be the familiar MultiJet II 170-hp, 2.0-litre diesel engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The new Trailhawk provides best-in-class “Trail Rated” 4×4 capability with
- Standard Jeep Active Drive Low 4×4 with 20:1 crawl ratio
- Factory lift suspension, standard four metallic skid-plates and a Jeep signature red rear tow hook.
- 30° approach angle, 24° breakover angle and 34° departure angle
- Hill-descent Control
- Up to 480 mm of water fording
- Up to 1,500 kg towing capability
The modern, spacious interior of the 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk features a number of upgrades compared to the previous model including added storage, a new 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 centre stack display and a new 10.25-inch frameless full-colour TFT digital cluster available for the first time in the Compass. The Trailhawk also gets ventilated, powered seats with a memory function for the driver’s side, a 360-degree camera as well as a panoramic sunroof that now comes as standard.
The new 2022 Jeep Compass Trailhawk will reach in dealerships by the first week of March.
2022 Jeep Meridian
The Jeep Meridian will be the brand’s first mid-size, three-row SUV in India that will offer a unique alternative in the segment by providing a seven-seat vehicle packed with core Jeep DNA.
The Meridian will deliver Jeep’s renowned off-road capability with strong on-road driving dynamics and with a promise of a premium interior and a range of connected features. Production of the Jeep Meridian will commence in May at the Ranjangaon facility in Pune, with 80 per cent of the Meridian’s components manufactured locally.
According to Jeep, the Meridian will be an SUV that Indian consumers will truly aspire to drive with a lot of passion, excitement and confidence. The ‘Made in India’ 2022 Jeep Meridian fulfils an important commitment to the Indian market. Jeep even chose the Meridian nameplate for India thoughtfully and recently announced it through its “Kashmir to Kanyakumari” campaign in which the unique Meridian name is explained as a result of the Meridian’s journey down the length of India, crossing each state that falls on the Meridian 77° east.
The 2022 Jeep Meridian will be the first in its segment to have independent front and rear suspension and best-in-class acceleration due to high level engineering that optimizes its power-to-weight ratio. The Jeep will come with three powertrain options and two trims offered in diesel only.
Further details on the features and specifications of the 2022 Jeep Meridian will be available closer to local launch.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Jeep brand’s made-in-India product line continues with the arrival of the all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep brand’s luxury flagship will launch in India with an all-new architecture, all-new exterior design and all-new interior boasting world-class craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology.
For the Indian market, the vehicle will come equipped with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol powertrain, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The state-of-the-art Jeep Grand Cherokee offers a perfect balance of sophistication and capability. It is equipped with the legendary Quadra-Trac I 4×4 system and Selec-Terrain traction management system that together deliver superior, unrivalled 4×4 capability with composed on-road dynamics.
The driver will have access to four driving modes – Auto, Sport, Mud/Sand, and Snow. Inside, the passengers are treated to a plush and spacious leather interior with exclusive features such as co-passenger interactive screen, Head Up Display (HUD), power lift gate, ventilated seats and a panoramic sunroof.
India is the only market in the world outside North America where the all-new Grand Cherokee will be locally assembled. The Grand Cherokee is expected to be launched around September 2022 with an estimated price tag of Rs 65 lakhs.
Story: Alshin Thomas
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