The Jeep Meridian facelift has been launched in India with a variety of updates for 2024. The refreshed model is priced starting at ?24.99 lakh (ex-showroom), which is a notable reduction from its previous price point. The updated Meridian now comes with both 5-seater and 7-seater configurations across four trims: Longitude, Longitude Plus, Limited (O), and Overland?
Key updates include subtle exterior changes, such as a new honeycomb mesh design for the seven-slot grille and chrome accents that give the SUV a more upscale look. The 18-inch alloy wheels from the Overland trim have been retained?
Inside, the cabin gets a more premium feel with a beige upholstery theme, a suede finish on the Overland variant's dashboard, and copper accents replacing chrome for a refined contrast?
In terms of technology, the Overland trim comes with Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), which includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and lane-keep assist?
The Meridian continues to offer excellent space, with 670 litres of boot space in the 5-seater version and up to 824 litres in the 7-seater variant when the second row is folded?
Powertrain remains unchanged, with the Meridian retaining its 2.0-litre diesel engine, producing 167 bhp and 350 Nm of torque, available with both manual and automatic transmissions and 4x2 or 4x4 drive options?
This facelift is aimed at making the Meridian more competitive, offering a broader range of features and configurations while also positioning it more attractively in terms of pricing.