Updated Jeep Compass to launch on January 27, 2021

Jeep will introduce the standard Compass first; Trailhawk expected to be introduced later.

Published On Jan 14, 2021 03:37:00 PM

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Updated Jeep Compass to launch on January 27, 2021

The Jeep Compass facelift will be launched in India on January 27, 2021. The updated SUV, which gets styling tweaks and an all-new interior, was recently unveiled.

Updated Compass gets wireless charging and a powered tailgate among other features.
Engine options continue to be the same – a 2.0-litre diesel and 1.4-litre petrol.
Along with more features, it gets heavily revised interior as well.

2021 Jeep Compass facelift: What’s new?

The Compass facelift gets a completely revamped interior, with a new floating10.1-inch touchscreen placed in the centre of the dashboard. Below the screen are the new, slim AC vents and HVAC controls. The facelift also gets double-stitched leather inserts on the dashboard, a new three-spoke steering wheel and a full, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster.

Changes to the exterior include revised headlights with integrated LED DRLs, an updated seven-slat grille, a tweaked front bumper with a larger air dam, and new fog light housings and alloy wheels.

In comparison to the outgoing Compass, the facelift gains FCA’s U Connect 5 infotainment system and connected car tech, wireless charging, a 360-degree parking camera, dual-tone leather upholstery and a powered tailgate.

2021 Jeep Compass facelift: Engine and gearbox

As with the outgoing model, the Jeep Compass facelift is powered by a 173hp, 2.0-litre diesel engine and a 163hp, 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine. Both engines come with six-speed manuals as standard, with the petrol getting the option of a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and the diesel getting a nine-speed torque converter auto option. The Compass facelift diesel will also be available with a four-wheel drive system with surface-specific drive modes.

Jeep in India

Jeep is developing a new seven-seat SUV that will share its platform and powertrain with the Compass, but will be positioned to rival the likes of the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Endeavour. The seven-seat Jeep SUV is slated to launch sometime in 2022.

Apart from the seven-seater, Jeep has also announced plans to locally assemble the Wrangler and the next-gen Grand Cherokee. The manufacturer is working on a sub-4m compact SUV for India as well.

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