New Jeep Meridian variants explained — More affordable than before!

Jeep has launched an updated version of the Meridian SUV in India, which brought with itself new variant choices to pick from. Not just that, the most affordable variant now costs Rs 6.24 lakh less than what the base variant of the outgoing model used to cost. It does miss on equipment though. How do the updated variants stand against each other? We’ll tell you all about it in this story. Here are the new Jeep Meridian variants explained.

2025 Jeep Meridian facelift

The 2025 Jeep Meridian facelift is essentially an updated version of the outgoing Meridian SUV. It is now offered in 5-seater as well as 7-seater configuration while the earlier model offered just the 7-seater option. The same 2.0-litre diesel engine powers the new Jeep Meridian as well, producing 172PS of maximum power and 350Nm of peak torque. The new variants have now been named Longitude, Longitude Plus, Limited (O), and Overland respectively, from the bottom to the top.

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Jeep Meridian Longitude 

Longitude is the base variant of the 2025 Jeep Meridian, and is only available in a 5-seater configuration. It can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 9-speed torque convertor, and is only offered in a 4X2 setup. The Jeep Meridian Longitude features include:

• LED projector headlamps with DRLs
• Automatic headlamps
• LED tail lights
• Rear fog lamps
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Auto-folding ORVMs 
• 6 speakers
• Keyless entry with push button start-stop
• Roof rails
• Rear defogger
• 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• 7-inch semi-digital driver’s display
• Dual-zone climate control
• Seal grey vinyl seats
• Reclining second row seats
• 60:40 split second row seats
• Second row armrest with cup holders
• Second row air-con vents
• Manually height adjustable driver’s seat
• Cruise control (with AT only)
• Rain-sensing wipers
• 6 airbags
• ABS with EBD
• ESC
• ISOFIX child seat mounts
• Reverse parking camera
• Electronic parking brake
• Hill-start assist

• TPMS

   

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Jeep Meridian Longitude Plus

Longitude Plus is the variant that comes after the base Longitude variant. As opposed to the Longitude, the Jeep Meridian Longitude Plus comes in only a 7-seat configuration. Powertrain options remain the same, along with a FWD setup. The Jeep Meridian Longitude Plus features include:

• All features that are available on the Jeep Meridian Longitude
• LED cornering fog lamps
• Auto-dimming IRVM
• Blacked-out roof
• Reclining third row seats
• 50:50 split third row seats
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
• Wireless smartphone charger

Jeep Meridian Limited (O)

Limited (O) is the second variant from the top and sits just above the Longitude Plus variant. It comes with the same powertrain options, along with a FWD setup. The Limited (O) trim can also be had with just the option of 7-seats. The Jeep Meridian Limited (O) features include:

• All features that are available on the Jeep Meridian Longitude Plus
• Ventilated front seats
• 8-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory function
• 8-way electrically adjustable front passenger’s seat
• Wicker beige leatherette seats
• Third row air-con vents
• 10.2-inch digital driver’s display
• 9 speakers from Alpine
• Powered tailgate
• Connected car tech
• Remote engine start and AC pre-conditioning

• 360-degree cameras

   

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Jeep Meridian Overland

The Overland is the top-spec variant of the 2025 Jeep Meridian facelift. It is available with just the 9-speed torque converter unit, and in a 7-seater configuration. It is the only trim that gets the option of a 4X4 system. The Jeep Meridian Overland features include:

• All features that are available on the Jeep Meridian Limited (O)
• 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels
• Suede finish on the dashboard, seats, and door trims
• Tupelo leatherette seats
• Copper accents on dashboard
• Overland badging on front seats
• Chrome inserts on the front grille
• Level-2 ADAS suite with 11 functionalities
• Selec-Terrain® management system

2025 Jeep Meridian price in India

The good news is that the Jeep Meridian starting price has now been kept at Rs 24.99 lakh, which is Rs 6.24 lakh down from the Rs 31.23 lakh price tag earlier. The maxed-out Overland trim goes up till Rs 38.49 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi. The table below shows the 2025 Jeep Meridian price in India in detail.

The Jeep Meridian goes against the likes of the Skoda Kodiaq, Volkswagen Tiguan, Hyundai Tucson, Citroen C5 Aircross, and the Toyota Fortuner. A few trims also overlap with the Jeep Compass in terms of the price. Which one would you pick? Let us know! Stay tuned to CARS24 Autoverse for latest updates!