Jeep Meridian
Jeep's three-row SUV, built in India on a stretched Compass base and sold only with a 2.0-litre diesel. It suits families who want a well-built seven-seater that rides bad roads calmly and can be had with real four-wheel drive, and who mostly carry five with the third row as back-up.
- Seating
- 7
- Engine
- 1956 cc
- Mileage
- Not published
- 2.0 diesel with 350 Nm in every variant
- 6-speed manual or 9-speed automatic
- Real 4x4 with Selec-Terrain on top automatics
- 214 mm ground clearance
- Sliding second row on Limited (O) and above
- Level 2 ADAS on Overland and Track Edition
- Limited (O)₹30.45 lakh
The automatic at ₹34.19 lakh adds the 360-degree camera, powered tailgate, Alpine audio and the new sliding second row. That is the version where the Meridian starts to feel worth its price.
- Longitude Plus₹26.30 lakh
If budget matters more, the manual at ₹26.30 lakh gives you seven seats, the panoramic sunroof and wireless charging with the same engine and safety kit.
- BYD Atto 3₹24.99 – 34.49 lakh
- Kia Sorento₹27.99 – 39.99 lakh
- MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV₹25.70 – 27.80 lakh
Jeep Meridian specifications
- Claimed mileageNot published
- Transmission6-speed manual, 9-speed automatic
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typeDiesel
- Engine1956 cc
- Seating capacity7
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| Engines | 2.0 turbo diesel |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 6-speed manual, 9-speed automatic |
| Power | 170 hp |
| Torque | 350 Nm |
| Claimed mileage | Not published |
| Seats | 7 |
| Length | 4769 mm |
| Width | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2782 mm |
| Ground clearance | Not published |
| Boot space | 481 litres |
| Fuel tank | 60 litres |
Jeep Meridian variants: price and features
- Base variantMeridian
Longitude
₹23.33 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
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- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Dual-zone climate control
- Keyless entry with push-button start
- Five seats with a 670-litre boot
- Meridian
Longitude Plus
₹26.30 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹2.97 lakh more than Longitude for- Seven seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- Wireless phone charger
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- Seven seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- Wireless phone charger
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Meridian
Longitude
₹27.53 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.23 lakh more than Longitude Plus for- 9-speed automatic
- Cruise control
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
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- 9-speed automatic
- Cruise control
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Dual-zone climate control
- Meridian
Longitude Plus
₹29.39 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.86 lakh more than Longitude for- Seven seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- Wireless phone charger
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- 9-speed automatic
- Seven seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- Wireless phone charger
- Meridian
Trail Edition
₹30.39 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.00 lakh more than Longitude Plus for- Camouflage livery and Trail Edition badging
- Black seats with red stitching
- Longitude Plus equipment
- Meridian
Limited (O)
₹30.45 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.06 lakh more than Trail Edition for- 360-degree camera
- Powered front seats
- Powered tailgate
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- 360-degree camera
- Powered front seats
- Powered tailgate
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 9-speaker Alpine sound system
- Sliding second-row seats
- Meridian
Trail Edition
₹32.86 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹2.41 lakh more than Limited (O) for- 9-speed automatic
- Camouflage livery and Trail Edition badging
- Black seats with red stitching
- Meridian
Limited (O)
₹34.19 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.33 lakh more than Trail Edition for- 360-degree camera
- Powered tailgate
- Sliding second-row seats
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- 9-speed automatic
- 360-degree camera
- Powered tailgate
- Sliding second-row seats
- Meridian
Limited (O) 4x4
₹36.05 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.86 lakh more than Limited (O) for- Four-wheel drive
- Selec-Terrain drive modes
- Limited (O) equipment
- Meridian
Overland
₹36.05 lakhOn-road priceSame price as Limited (O) 4x4, and adds- Level 2 ADAS
- 12-way powered front seats with driver memory
- Suede and leather upholstery
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- Level 2 ADAS
- 12-way powered front seats with driver memory
- Suede and leather upholstery
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Meridian
85th Anniversary Edition
₹36.05 lakhOn-road priceSame price as Overland, and adds- Anniversary decals on doors and tailgate
- Gloss-black 18-inch alloy wheels
- All-black cabin with gold accents
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- Anniversary decals on doors and tailgate
- Gloss-black 18-inch alloy wheels
- All-black cabin with gold accents
- Limited to 85 units
- Meridian
Track Edition
₹36.39 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.34 lakh more than 85th Anniversary Edition for- Track Edition hood decal and badging
- Blacked-out exterior trim
- Sliding second-row seats
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- Track Edition hood decal and badging
- Blacked-out exterior trim
- Sliding second-row seats
- Level 2 ADAS
- Meridian
Overland 4x4
₹37.92 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.53 lakh more than Track Edition for- Four-wheel drive
- Selec-Terrain drive modes
- Hill descent control
- Meridian
85th Anniversary Edition 4x4
₹37.92 lakhOn-road priceSame price as Overland 4x4, and adds- Anniversary decals and gloss-black wheels
- Top variantMeridian
Track Edition 4x4
₹38.26 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.34 lakh more than 85th Anniversary Edition 4x4 for- Track Edition decal and badging
Our verdict on the Meridian
The Meridian is a solid, comfortable diesel SUV with genuine off-road hardware, but it is priced against bigger and better-equipped rivals. The diesel is strong, the ride is excellent on broken roads and the cabin feels well made. The third row, though, is best for children, the boot is small with all seats up, and you pay over ₹36 lakh before you get 4x4. A Toyota Fortuner is cruder but holds value better; a Skoda Kodiaq is roomier and more refined; a Hyundai Alcazar gives you more features for far less. We would buy a Meridian only if you value its ride and build, or need the 4x4, and can get a good dealer discount.
Good things
- Strong 2.0 diesel and a smooth 9-speed automatic
- Rides rough roads with real composure
- Proper 4x4 with terrain modes on the top automatics
- Sliding second row and 360-degree camera from the Limited (O)
Could be better
- Third row is tight for adults and the boot is tiny with it in use
- 4x4 only above ₹36 lakh
- No petrol or hybrid option
- Jeep does not publish a full spec sheet or official fuel efficiency
Jeep Meridian colours and photos
- Pearl White
- Brilliant Black
- Magnesio Grey
- Velvet Red
- Techno Metallic Green
Jeep Meridian: a comfortable seven-seater with real 4x4 ability
The Meridian is Jeep's three-row SUV for India, built at Ranjangaon and based on the Compass with a longer body and wheelbase. Every version uses the same 2.0-litre Multijet diesel, rated by Jeep at 170 hp and 350 Nm. The lower trims offer a 6-speed manual; the 9-speed automatic is available across the range, and four-wheel drive comes only on the top automatic versions.
Prices run from ₹23.33 lakh for the five-seat Longitude manual to ₹38.26 lakh for the Track Edition 4x4. In between are the Longitude Plus, Limited (O) and Overland, plus the Trail, Track and 85th Anniversary editions, which mostly add decals, wheels and trim colours. The 2026 update brought sliding second-row seats to the Limited (O) and Overland, which makes the third row easier to reach and use.
On the road the Meridian feels dense and settled, and it handles poor surfaces better than most rivals. At 4,769 mm long it is smaller than a Fortuner or Kodiaq, so the third row is tight and the boot is just 170 litres with all seats up. Six airbags and stability control are standard, and Level 2 ADAS arrives on the Overland.
Can adults sit in the third row?
For short trips, yes, but it is best for children. The sliding second row on the Limited (O) and above lets you share legroom, which helps. If you will carry seven adults often, a Toyota Fortuner, Skoda Kodiaq or MG Gloster has more room.
Do I need the 4x4?
Only if you drive on sand, snow or loose trails. The 4x4 automatics start at ₹36.05 lakh, about ₹1.9 lakh more than the front-wheel-drive Limited (O) automatic. For city and highway use the front-wheel-drive car is enough.
Manual or automatic?
The manual saves ₹2.09 lakh to ₹4.20 lakh depending on trim, but it stops at the Limited (O) and Trail Edition. The 9-speed automatic suits the diesel well and is the only way to get Overland, Track Edition or 4x4.
Are the special editions worth it?
They are cosmetic. The Trail Edition is based on the Longitude Plus, while the Track and 85th Anniversary editions sit on the Overland. Pay the premium only if you like the look; the engine, gearbox and safety kit are unchanged.
Meridian vs rivals
| Spec | Jeep Meridian₹23.33 – 38.26 lakh | BYD Atto 3₹24.99 – 34.49 lakh | Kia Sorento₹27.99 – 39.99 lakh | MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV₹25.70 – 27.80 lakh | Mahindra XEV 9e₹21.90 – 30.50 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric | Diesel, Hybrid | Hybrid | Electric |
| Engines | 2.0 turbo diesel | Single front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous) | 2.2 diesel, 1.6 turbo petrol strong hybrid | 1.5 petrol plug-in hybrid, 20.5 kWh battery | Single rear motor, rear-wheel drive |
| Power | 170 hp | 150 kW (204 PS) | 193 PS (diesel); 180 PS petrol engine plus electric motor (hybrid) | 201 PS motor + 102 PS engine | 170 kW (59 kWh), 210 kW (79 kWh) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual, 9-speed automatic | Single-speed automatic | 8-speed DCT (diesel), 6-speed automatic (hybrid) | Dedicated hybrid transmission (automatic) | Single-speed automatic |
| Mileage | — | 468-521 km claimed (ARAI) | — | 115 km electric-only claimed (MIDC, certification awaited) | 522-656 km claimed |
| Seats | 7 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Boot | 481 litres | 440 litres | — | 192 litres | 663 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Meridian vs Atto 3 | Meridian vs Sorento | Meridian vs Hector Tomahawk PHEV | Meridian vs XEV 9e |
Jeep Meridian on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹27.60 – 45.08 lakh
- Mumbai₹28.26 – 46.15 lakh
- Bengaluru₹29.35 – 47.94 lakh
- Chennai₹29.35 – 47.95 lakh
- Kolkata₹27.02 – 44.12 lakh
- Bhopal₹28.42 – 46.42 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Meridian EMI
₹39,198 a month
On ₹23.33 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹4.67 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹4.85 lakh.
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Jeep Meridian FAQ
What is the price of the Jeep Meridian in India?
The Jeep Meridian costs ₹23.33 to 38.26 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Jeep Meridian come with?
The Jeep Meridian is sold with diesel power (2.0 turbo diesel).
How many people can the Jeep Meridian seat?
The Jeep Meridian is a 7-seater suv.
What is the length of the Jeep Meridian?
The Jeep Meridian is 4769 mm long, 1859 mm wide and 1698 mm tall, with a 2782 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Jeep Meridian have?
The Jeep Meridian has 481 litres of boot space.
Does the Jeep Meridian come with an automatic gearbox?
The Jeep Meridian is offered with 6-speed manual, 9-speed automatic gearboxes.
Which Jeep Meridian variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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