2017 Jeep Compass Compact SUV Officially Unveiled; India Launch In 2017

The all-new model replaces the outgoing Compass and Patriot SUVs completely and is an extremely important product for India, with the company set to locally manufacture the SUV for domestic and export markets.

The 2017 Jeep Compass is positioned between the entry-level Renegade and Cherokee SUV in the automaker's line-up, and is based on the stretched version of the Small Wide 4x4 architecture. In terms of design, the new Compass replicates the design language of the Grand Cherokee and clearly gets its proportions on point.

2017 Jeep Compass Interior

The cabin too takes inspiration from the Grand Cherokee instead of the Renegade and gets a neat looking cabin finished in black and grey. Talking about the mechanicals, the all-new Compass will get front-wheel drive as standard, while All-Wheel Drive will be available as optional right from the start.

Power is expected to come from 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engine options, while a 2.4-litre naturally aspirated motor will also be available in developed markets like the US. Transmission options will include a 9-speed automatic, while a manual is also likely to be offered. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) have said that globally there will be 17 powertrain options available on the new Jeep Compass, so definitely there won't be a dearth for choices.

2017 Jeep Compass Rear Profile

The all-new Jeep Compass will be locally manufactured at FCA's Ranjangaon facility near Pune and will be rolling out in India in 2017. More details on the newest compact SUV are yet to arrive and auto giant will be revealing additional images and information about the vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November this year, where it makes its North American debut.