Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018 — But There’s A Catch

Looking to buy Jeep Compass this December 2017. Then you need to read about Jeep Compass prices in India.

By Sukesh

Fiat Chrysler Automobile India has announced that it will increase the prices of Jeep Compass SUV in the country, starting from January 1, 2018.

The prices of the Jeep Compass will be hiked by two to four percent from January 2018. But the price hike will be applicable only for the top-end trims and the entry-level model will retain its current price.

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Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018

In a statement, FCA India President and Managing Director, Kevin Flynn said, "Customers have appreciated the competitive price positioning of the Jeep Compass since launch. Effective January 1, 2018, prices will increase by 2-4 percent, except for the entry-level variant."

Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018

Currently, the entry-level variant, Sport Petrol is priced at Rs 15.16 lakh ex-showroom (Delhi), and the same price will be retained in 2018. But the prices of Longitude and Limited trim will be increased by two to four percent. So, expect the prices to be hiked by up to Rs 80,000.

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Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018

The prices for the Compass Longitude variant starts at Rs 17.13 lakh, and the Limited trim is priced between Rs 18.68 lakh and Rs 21.73 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom (Delhi). This is the second time the Compass is witnessing a price hike. When the GST came into effect, Jeep increased the prices of the SUV by up to Rs 72,000.

Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018

Jeep has already sold over 10,000 units of the Compass SUV in just four months since its launch in the country. The SUV is also exported to several foreign right-hand-drive markets from the Ranjangaon facility, making India as a global production hub for the Compass.

Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018

Currently, the Jeep Compass is offered in two engine options, a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol and a 2-litre turbocharged diesel engine. The petrol engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed automatic gearbox, whereas the diesel unit is coupled to a 6-speed manual transmission.

Jeep Compass To Cost More From 2018

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Jeep India is the latest manufacturer to increase the prices of its SUV in the country. However, the base variant of the Compass is exempted from the price hike. The Compass has been a best-selling SUV since its launch, and it will be interesting to see how the price hike will impact the sales in 2018.

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Article Published On: Friday, December 15, 2017, 14:56 [IST]
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