The bookings for the all-new Jeep Meridian SUV begins from May 1. The price announcement and launch is slotted for the end of May. The Jeep Meridian, which will be diesel-only at launch, shares its underpinnings with the Compass, albeit, designed to accommodate an additional row of seats.
Unlike most three-row derivatives of five-seater SUVs, the Meridian is differentiated enough from the Compass to make it stand out. It is not a mere stretch job as it measures 41mm wider and 48mm taller than the Compass, apart from being 364mm longer in beam, with the wheelbase extended by 146mm.
All body panels on the Meridian are new, and overall, the design has a resemblance with the new Jeep Grand Cherokee L sold overseas. The longer rear overhang and an upright tail section give away the Meridian to be packing a third row of seats.
