Jeep India has officially updated its popular 7-seater SUV, the Jeep Meridian, for 2026. The company has introduced a very important feature that customers have been asking for: sliding second-row seats. While the look of the SUV remains the same, this cabin update makes the car more practical for families.

However, this update comes with a cost. Jeep has increased the prices of specific variants by up to Rs 1.27 lakh. Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 Jeep Meridian, its new prices, and features.

What is New in the 2026 Jeep Meridian?

The biggest change in the 2026 model is in the middle row (second row). Previously, the rear seats could only fold and tumble. Now, Jeep has added a sliding mechanism to the second-row seats.

Why does this matter?

• More Legroom: Passengers in the second row can adjust their legroom.
• Better Third-Row Access: If you slide the middle seat forward, people sitting in the last row (third row) get more space. It also makes entering and exiting the third row much easier.

This feature is currently available only on the higher variants: Limited (O) and Overland.

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2026 Jeep Meridian Price in India (Updated)

With the new update, Jeep has revised the prices. The base model price remains the same, but the mid-range and top-end models are now more expensive.

• Starting Price: Rs 23.33 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
• Top Model Price: Rs 37.48 Lakh (Ex-showroom)

Price Hike Details:

• Longitude & Longitude Plus (Automatic): Prices increased by Rs 30,000.
• Limited (O) & Overland: Prices increased by Rs 1.27 lakh.
• Manual Variants: No price change for most manual versions.

If you are planning to buy the top-end Overland 4×4 Automatic variant, it will now cost you approximately Rs 37.48 lakh (ex-showroom).

Engine and Performance

Mechanically, the 2026 Jeep Meridian remains exactly the same as the previous model. It does not get a petrol engine yet.

• Engine: 2.0-Litre MultiJet Turbo Diesel
• Power: 170 PS
• Torque: 350 Nm
• Gearbox: 6-Speed Manual or 9-Speed Automatic
• Drive: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and 4×4 options available.

The SUV continues to offer a strong driving experience with good stability on highways and decent off-road capability in the 4×4 trims.

Top Features and Safety

The Jeep Meridian is known for its premium cabin. Apart from the new sliding seats, it retains all its luxury features:

• Infotainment: 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Dashboard: 10.25-inch digital driver display.
• Comfort: Ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, and dual-zone climate control.
• Safety: The SUV comes with Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera, and Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

Conclusion: Is the 2026 Update Worth It?

The lack of sliding seats was a major complaint from previous buyers. By fixing this, Jeep has made the Meridian a much better 7-seater SUV for long family trips. However, the price hike of Rs 1.27 lakh is quite steep for just one new feature. If you rarely use the third row, the lower variants (Longitude) still offer great value at the old price.

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