Jeep car
Jeep car is a renowned American automobile manufacturer with over 70 years of legacy. The company was taken over by the Chrysler brand in 1987 and is currently operated by Stellantis and European American joint venture. The Jeep car brand first stepped into the Indian market in 2016 with the Grand Cherokee and Wrangler launch. Both these Jeep car offerings were CBU units for the Indian market. The first mass-market product from Jeep was the Compass compact SUV in April 2017. For the Indian market, Jeep produces Compass and Wrangler, which are CKD units. Recently, Jeep car introduced the Meridian in India, a 7-seat SUV.
Top-selling Jeep car models in the Indian market
Jeep Compass
Jeep has introduced the latest generation of Compass for the Indian market with subtle exterior changes. On the inside, it is a completely new cabin with various new-age features. The new model comes with two engine options and 16 variants. Mechanically the car remains the same with options of a 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine(160 bhp) and a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine(168 bhp). Both powertrains come mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. There is also an option for a 7-speed DCT unit and 9 speed automatic for the 4X4 configuration.
The new model has features like LED headlines and DRLs, 18-inch alloy wheels, a reworked bumper, and more. On the inside, there is a 10.1-inch floating touch screen with the latest Uconnect software. Other additions include wireless smartphone charging, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, a powered tailgate, cruise control, etc.
In terms of safety, more than 60 active and passive features keep the occupants safe. The Jeep car also features stolen vehicle assist, location-based services, driver analytics, etc. Jeep Compass car price in India starts at ₹21.07 lakh and goes up to ₹32 lakh. The mileage of the car range between 14 to 17 kmpl depending on driving conditions and radiant. The Jeep compass rivals the Mahindra XUV 700, Tata Harrier, and Hyundai Tucson.
Jeep Wrangler
Jeep sells the most popular Wrangler in the Indian market via the CKD route. The locally assembled car has a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine producing 268 BHP. The all-wheel-drive system gets power through the 8-speed transmission. The signature exterior design sports the seven-slat grille, LED headlamp, tail lamp, and 18-inch spare wheel mounted on the tailgate.
The interior comes loaded with an 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system Apple CarPlay Android Auto, voice command, dual-zone climate control, split folding rear seats, and more. Prices for the Jeep Wrangler start at ₹59.02 lakh and go up to ₹63.02 lakh, for the Rubicon edition. The car gives a mileage of 10 to 12 kmpl depending on the variant and driving conditions. The Jeep Wrangler is a completely different segment of lifestyle vehicles. In the Indian market, Wrangler competes with cars like the Audi Q3, Land Rover Defender, BMW X1, etc., at a similar price point.
Conclusion
Individuals planning to get a fully-fledged off-road vehicle must consider options from Jeep's portfolio. To help buyers shortlist the perfect Jeep car, the Park+ App provides complete details of trending models. To learn more about the latest Jeep models, download the app now.
