India-spec Jeep Meridian to be unveiled on March 29, 2022

The Meridian will lock horns with the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster and the likes.

Jeep is gearing up to unveil the Meridian SUV on March 29, 2022.

The Meridian is a 3-row SUV that shares its underpinnings with the Compass. It is likely to be offered in 6-seat and 7-seat configurations.

The Meridian has a more upright front fascia featuring a slim grille and LED headlamps. At the rear, the SUV gets slim wraparound tail lamps that are connected by a plastic strip forming a sleek graphic. Inside, the car gets a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment head unit.

The Meridian is expected to be powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 170 BHP and 350 Nm. The engine is likely to be paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 9-speed automatic transmission. The SUV will also be offered with four-wheel drive.