Fresh details reported on the upcoming top-end Jeep Compass Trailhawk

10/05/2018 - 17:55 Jeep Compass, Jeep Dhruv Saxena

FCA India intends to launch the Jeep Compass Trailhawk in the coming months. It was showcased at an event in March to dealers and potential customers. Ahead of the Indian rollout, Autocar India has published new details on the range-topping variant of the SUV.

Jeep Compass Trailhawk front three quarters right side at 2017 Dubai Motor Show — The launch of the Jeep Compass Trailhawk is reported to take place by July this year.

Jeep will offer the Compass Trailhawk with panoramic sunroof and cruise control. Both features are unavailable in any grade of the Compass currently on sale here. Aside from these features, the Jeep Compass Trailhawk boasts distinctive bumpers, Ruby Red recovery hooks, dark grey accents, black anti-glare hood decal, and unique 17-inch alloy wheels with off-road tyres.

The launch of the Compass Traihawk will also mark the addition of a diesel automatic variant to the lineup. The 173 PS and 350 Nm 2.0 L Multijet II diesel engine will be paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. It will join the existing 1.4 L petrol with 6-speed manual, 1.4 L petrol with 7-speed automatic, and 2.0 L diesel with 6-speed manual drivetrain options.

Jeep Compass Trailhawk rear three quarters left side at 2017 Dubai Motor Show — Features like a panoramic sunroof and cruise control will be exclusive to the Trailhawk.

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The report adds that dealerships have started accepting bookings for the Jeep Compass Trailhawk for INR 2.5 lakhs. The SUV is likely to cost INR 32 lakhs (on-road Mumbai). For reference, the Compass Limited (O) 4x4 costs INR 26.6 lakhs (0n-road Mumbai).

[source - Autocar India]