Jeep India today announced the launch of the 2026 Meridian, further strengthening its position as a premium and versatile 7-seater SUV. The latest model year update introduces sliding second-row seats on the Limited & Overland variant, enhancing third-row comfort and flexibility while building on the Meridian’s established strengths in space, safety, technology, and performance.
The all-new sliding function on the second row now features a longitudinal displacement of up to 140/130 mm travel for 40/60 split-seat to create improved third-row usable space when required. This practical improvement is particularly beneficial when all seven seats are occupied, making the Meridian even more suitable for family and long-distance travel.
Commenting on the update, Kumar Priyesh, Business Head and Director – Automotive Brands, Stellantis India, said: “The Meridian continues to evolve in line with our commitment to deliver a more meaningful ownership experience for our customers. The introduction of sliding second-row seats on the Limited & Overland variant is a direct response to customer feedback seeking greater third-row comfort, especially for families travelling together. This update complements the Meridian’s premium positioning and reinforces our focus on delivering thoughtful, customer-inspired enhancements.”
The second row now offers 23° torso angle & additional 12° recline for enhanced comfort while conforming to safety standards. To allow easy entry/exit for third row passengers, the new seating configuration allows sliding travel of 310 mm (40% seat) / 290 mm (60% seat) with forward tilt of 33° allowing comfortable ingress/egress.
Premium Design, Comfort and Luxury
The 2026 Jeep Meridian retains its bold and sophisticated design, characterized by Jeep’s signature seven-slot grille, LED lighting elements, and a refined road presence. Inside, the cabin continues to offer premium materials, soft-touch surfaces, and a thoughtfully laid-out three-row interior designed for comfort across all seats.
Key features include a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, 12-way powered front ventilated seats, and premium upholstery, delivering a refined in-cabin experience for both drivers and passengers.
The Meridian also continues to offer advanced technology through its 10.25-inch full digital instrument cluster and 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, supported by Uconnect connected services with over 30 features, including remote vehicle functions, and real-time vehicle health updates.
Advanced Safety and Proven Performance
Safety continues to be a key pillar of the Jeep Meridian, offering over 70 active and passive safety features, including advanced ADAS capabilities on select variants, designed for Indian driving conditions.
Powering the Meridian is the proven 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine, producing 170 HP and 350 Nm of torque with Select-Terrain 4X4 system delivering exceptionally strong performance & unmatched capability with efficiency of up to 16.25 km/l (ARAI certified).
With prices starting at INR 30,01,000/- the new 2026 Jeep Meridian range with sliding second-row seats is now available across Jeep dealerships in India. The Jeep Meridian range starts at INR 23,33,000/-. Bookings are now open.
