Jeep Lines Up Three SUVs For India Launch in 2022

Jeep is set to launch two all-new SUVs in the Indian market, along with the return of the Trailhawk variant of the Jeep Compass. The Trailhawk is likely to sit atop the Compass line-up, pack in some more off-road-focused hardware, and come with all the bells and whistles of the fully-loaded Compass. The Trailhawk is expected to launch by February and, as before, it will be a diesel-only variant.Next in order is expected to be the much-awaited Meridian. Based on the Compass’ underpinnings, the Meridian is a larger SUV than its sibling, being stretched in both, overall length and wheelbase to accommodate the third row of seats. Given its larger size, the Meridian will also get a more powerful diesel engine. The 170hp, 2.0-liter diesel from the Compass will be bumped up to develop 200hp and may feature mild-hybrid technology, which should further aid in fuel economy. The unit is expected to come solely with a 9-speed automatic gearbox, with power sent to all four wheels. The Meridian is expected to go into production in the coming months, with a launch likely around June.The Grand Cherokee was one of Jeep’s inaugural products in India, alongside the Wrangler. Now, the nameplate is set to return with the all-new model that made its global debut last year. The new Grand Cherokee features an evolutionary design over the outgoing model, with design details borrowed from Jeep’s Grand Wagoneer. Inside, the cabin too is all-new, with a focus on digital tech. The India-spec Grand Cherokee is expected to be powered by a 290hp, 3.6-liter petrol V6 as standard, with the 4xe plug-in hybrid variant also likely to become available. The new Grand Cherokee is only expected to arrive around September.