New Delhi: Jeep India has finally launched the Meridian seven-seater SUV at a starting price of Rs 29.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) onwards in India today.
2022 Jeep Meridian: Variant
The model is available in two variants including Limited and Limited (O). Jeep Meridian Variants Deliveries for the SUV will commence in June.
The new Jeep Meridian is available in six colour options – Techno Green , Velvet Red and more. It carries over the brand’s Selec-Terrain 4×4 traction management system with four traction modes – snow, sand, mud, and auto.
2022 Jeep Meridian: Safety features
The 2022 Jeep Meridian 7-seater SUV safety suite consists of 7 airbags, traction control, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, adaptive cruise control, lane assist, blind-spot detection and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System).
Jeep Meridian: exterior design and dimension
The Meridian looks unmistakably a Jeep, drawing design inspiration from the larger Grand Cherokee L and Grand Wagoneer sold overseas. It also looks noticeably different from the Compass. For more details on the Meridian’s styling, you can check out our review here.
In terms of dimensions, the Meridian measures 4,769mm in length, 1,859mm in width, 1,682mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,794mm – that’s 364mm longer, 41mm wider and 48mm taller than the Compass, with the wheelbase having grown by 146mm.
Jeep Meridian interior
The Meridian gets a wireless charger, USB A- and C-charging ports, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated 8-way power adjustable front seats, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control with head-mounted third-row AC vents, ‘Emperador’ brown seats as well as a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Jeep UConnect, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with a premium Alpine audio system. The second and third row of the Meridian are reclinable, and can be folded flat completely.
2022 Jeep Meridian: Engine
The 2022 Jeep Meridian is powered by a sole 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine that produces 170 hp power and 350 Nm torque, mated to a 6-speed MT as well as an optional 9-speed AT. The latter will also be offered with an optional all-wheel drive system. The brand states that it has a top speed of 198 kmph and accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 10.8 seconds.
Jeep Meridian: rivals
The monocoque-bodied Meridian’s only logical rival in India is the Skoda Kodiaq, although for its price and all-wheel drive capabilities, it will also face competition from full-size ladder frame SUVs like the Toyota Fortuner and MG Gloster.
