Jeep Meridian May Soon Get ADAS!

• Jeep Meridian with ADAS spied on test

• It is a test vehicle for Bosch, which could imply an in-house testing for Bosch itself.

• If launched, we hope the Meridian’s ADAS features are well tuned for use in Indian traffic conditions.

Jeep has positioned itself as a premium brand with offerings like the Compass and Meridian in our market. There have been no major updates for the Meridian since launch, but recently, a source spotted the SUV with an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) module on board, indicating that the American carmaker may equip it with additional safety features. 

The Jeep Meridian seen here is a Bosch test vehicle, suggesting that the car could be used for Bosch’s research and testing in general. However, advanced driver assistance systems have to be tailored for each car individually. Factors such as the vehicle’s dimensions and where cameras and/or radars can be placed based on the car affect how ADAS functions, warranting model-specific tuning. 

We hope to see the Meridian get updated with an India-friendly ADAS package like we’ve seen in recent launches such as the Tata Safari, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Verna, and Mahindra XUV700. Currently the Meridian’s safety kit includes ABS with EBD, six airbags, electronic stability control, a tyre pressure monitoring system, hill start assist, ISOFIX mounts for child seats, and a 360-degree camera with parking sensors. 

Presently, only the Grand Cherokee from Jeep India’s lineup gets ADAS, which gets features like adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, and lane-keep assist.

If introduced with these additional safety features, expect the prices of the Meridian to increase. Currently, it is priced between Rs 33.40 lakh and Rs 39.46 lakh (ex-showroom). It rivals the likes of MG Gloster, Skoda Kodiaq, VW Tiguan, and Toyota Fortuner.

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