Jeep Compass, Meridian Club Edition launched

Jeep has introduced new Club Edition models of the Compass and Meridian SUVs in India. The Jeep Compass Club Edition has been priced at Rs 20.99 lakh, while the Meridian Club Edition is priced at Rs 27.75 lakh, both prices ex-showroom, India. Both Club Edition SUVs are limited in numbers and their prices are valid only till February 28.

1. Cosmetic updates are limited to unique exterior logos
2. Online bookings for Club Edition models are underway
3. Prices are valid till February 28

Jeep Compass, Meridian Club Edition: what’s new?

The Compass and Meridian Club Edition models are based on the base trim of both SUVs – Sport for the Compass and Limited for the Meridian. The updates on both SUVs are limited to just an exclusive decal on the hood and a ‘Club Edition’ badge on the tail gate.

But what’s special about the Club Edition models are the price they are available at. The Compass Club Edition undercuts the base variant it’s based on by as much as Rs 1.08 lakh. The Meridian Club Edition has an even larger difference of Rs 2.35 lakh. 

Jeep Compass, Meridian Club Edition: powertrain options

The Compass and Meridian Club Edition models get one powertrain each. The Compass solely gets the 163hp, 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox; the Meridian is only available with the 170hp, 2.0-litre diesel engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. Neither SUVs get the option of the 4x4 drivetrain on the Club Edition models.

Jeep Compass, Meridian Club Edition: features

The equipment list on the Compass and Meridian Club Edition models remains unchanged from their regular base trims. The Compass gets features like LED headlamps, 17-inch alloys, 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cruise control, dual airbags and ESC. The Meridian additionally gets automatic LED projector headlamps, larger 18-inch wheels, wireless charger, 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, larger 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment, dual zone AC and six airbags.

The Compass rivals the likes of the Hyundai Tucson, Citroen C5 Aircross and Volkswagen Tiguan. Meanwhile, the only direct rival to the Meridian in India is the Skoda Kodiaq.