Jeep Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition Launched at ₹36.05 Lakh; Only 85 Units Available
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Jeep India has launched the Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition at a starting price of ₹36.05 lakh, ex-showroom. Created to commemorate the Jeep brand’s 85th anniversary, the exclusive SUV will be restricted to just 85 units in India.
Bookings for the limited-edition Meridian are now open through authorised Jeep dealerships and the company’s official website. The special edition is based on the range-topping Meridian Overland and receives a collection of anniversary-specific cosmetic and technology upgrades.
Jeep Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition Price
The special edition is available in both front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations.
Variant | Ex-showroom price |
Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition 4x2 AT | ₹36.05 lakh |
Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition 4x4 AT | ₹37.92 lakh |
Interestingly, the anniversary edition has been positioned at the same price as the corresponding Meridian Overland variants, despite receiving additional cosmetic elements and cabin features.
What Is Special About the Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition?
The Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition does not receive any major bodywork changes. Instead, Jeep has introduced a series of exclusive details intended to distinguish it from the regular Overland.
Exterior highlights include:
Exclusive 85th Anniversary decals on the front doors and tailgate
Anniversary logos on the wheel centre caps
Gloss-black 18-inch alloy wheels
Special edition-specific exterior detailing
The SUV is offered in five exterior colours:
Pearl White
Techno Metallic Green
Velvet Red
Grigio Magnesio
Brilliant Black
The anniversary decals and blacked-out alloy wheels give the Meridian a more distinctive appearance without altering its familiar seven-slot grille and premium three-row SUV design.
Mayan Gold Interior Accents
The cabin continues with an all-black theme but receives exclusive Mayan Gold accents across the dashboard and contrasting interior details.
Jeep is also offering curated 85th Anniversary AXS accessory packages, which can
include:
Anniversary-branded carpet floor mats
Additional exterior decal kits
Signature ambient cabin lighting
Panoramic sunroof illumination
Sky Lounge lighting package
The illuminated panoramic roof and ambient lighting are designed to create a more distinctive cabin environment, particularly during night-time driving.
Meridian Gets CARA AI Voice Assistant
Another significant addition is CARA, Stellantis’ intelligent in-car voice assistant. The Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition becomes one of the first Jeep models in India to receive the new system.
CARA supports voice-based interaction in 52 languages, including several Indian languages. Drivers can use voice commands for functions such as:
Navigation
Weather information
Phone calls
Music controls
Selected vehicle functions
The system is supported by embedded e-SIM connectivity and complements the Meridian’s existing suite of more than 30 connected-car features.
Jeep has also introduced CARA on the regular Meridian Limited (O) variant. The CARA-equipped Meridian range now starts at ₹30.45 lakh, ex-showroom, representing an increase of around ₹45,000 for the Limited (O).
Engine and Gearbox Remain Unchanged
There are no mechanical changes to the anniversary edition. It continues to use Jeep’s familiar 2.0-litre Multijet II turbocharged diesel engine, producing:
170 PS of maximum power
350 Nm of peak torque
The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Buyers can select either a front-wheel-drive configuration or Jeep’s four-wheel-drive system.
The SUV also retains its Frequency Selective Damping suspension, which is tuned to balance highway ride comfort with body control over uneven surfaces.
Safety and ADAS Features
Since the special edition is based on the fully equipped Overland, it carries forward the Meridian’s premium safety and driver-assistance equipment.
Key features include:
Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality
Collision mitigation braking
Blind-spot detection
Active lane-keep assist
Intelligent speed assistance
Multiple airbags
Electronic stability control
Hill-start assist
Hill-descent control on the 4x4 version
Jeep says the Meridian is equipped with an ADAS suite and more than 10 safety-enhancing features.
A Collector’s Edition Rather Than a Major Upgrade
The Jeep Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition is primarily a cosmetic and feature-focused special edition rather than a comprehensively upgraded model.
Its mechanical package, performance and core equipment remain largely identical to
the Meridian Overland. However, the exclusive anniversary branding, Mayan Gold interior detailing, ambient roof lighting and CARA AI assistant help provide additional differentiation.
With production restricted to only 85 units, exclusivity is likely to be the model’s strongest appeal. The absence of a substantial price premium over the equivalent Overland variant could also make it attractive to buyers already considering the flagship Meridian.
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The Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition arrives at a time when special editions have become an increasingly important tool for manufacturers looking to generate renewed interest in existing models.
Jeep has taken a relatively restrained approach by retaining the Meridian’s established design while adding exclusive branding, cabin enhancements and connected technology. Although the edition does not bring additional power or off-road hardware, limiting production to 85 units gives it genuine rarity.
For buyers seeking a premium three-row diesel SUV with Jeep’s 4x4 capability, the anniversary edition offers added exclusivity without demanding a sizeable premium over the standard Overland.