11.50 a.m.: With that, the unveiling event of Jeep Compass, made-in-India SUV comes to an end. Thank you for watching. Now we will see you on the other side of the launch of the Compass in later this year. It's surely worth the wait. Thank you!
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11.45 a.m.: Jeep Compass's body shop uses plasma cutting tech, which is first in India.
11.43 a.m.: The production of the Jeep Compass will begin in June this year.
11.40 a.m.: Tested and sold globally, the Jeep Compass has already driven over 25 million miles across different terrains during testing.
11.40 a.m.:Jeep Compass Engine spec
1.4L petrol --158bhp 260Nm
2.0L diesel--167bhp 350Nm
11.39 a.m.: Jeep Compass gets 50 safety and security features. Wow, amazing isn't it!
11.34 a.m.: The transmission in the Compass will be taken care of 6-speed manual and 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmissions.
11.32 a.m.: The powertrains of the Jeep Compass will include a 1.4L MultiAir petrol and a 2.0L diesel.
11.30 a.m.: Jeep Compass dimensions:
Length: 4398mm
Width: 1819mm
Height: 1667mm
Wheelbase: 2636mm
11.26 a.m.: Jeep Compass will come with sophisticated and advanced technologies.
11.25 a.m.: The cabin of the Compass is truly intriguing.
11.20 a.m.: Jeep Compass to go on sale in India in June this year.
11.16 a.m.: Jeep Compass has a ground clearance of 178mm.
11.15 a.m.: Kevin Flynn, president & MD, on the stage introducing the Compass in India.
11.11 a.m.: FCA's Ranjangaon manufacturing plant has received an investment of $280 million for the production of the Compass.
11.10 a.m.: The Jeep Compass event begins.
11.00 a.m.: It would be interesting to note that Jeep Compass is available in a total of 17 powertrain options globally and several will be made in India too.
10.55 a.m.: So what is driving in your direction is the new Jeep Compass, the first made-in-India model from the iconic brand. Stay tuned as we bring you more updates.
10.50 a.m.: Made-in-India Jeep Compass will also be exported to right-hand drive (RHD) markets across the world.
UPDATES:--10.40 a.m.: The new Jeep Compass will be unveiled in India shortly.
Legendary brand Jeep is all set to break the cover of its highly anticipated compact SUV the Compass in India on Wednesday, April 12. The Jeep Compass will make its India debut at Fiat's Ranjangaon plant in Maharashtra. The event is expected to kick-start at 10.30. am today, April 12.
Jeep has been around since last year in India, but the Compass SUV is a crucial offering of the company in the Indian market.
1) The Compass is the first model of the company to be made-in-India. The Compass will be rolled out of the Ranjangaon factory.
2) The Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee did not give the brand the momentum that was expected owing to its hefty price tags. While the Wrangler Unlimited is priced at Rs 71, 59,104, the Grand Cherokee costs in the range of Rs 93,64,527 to Rs 1,12,07,825 (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi).
3) Other two brands of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)— Fiat and Abarth are struggling to make a turnaround in India.
We have already got you the exclusive spy shots of the Compass while it was being tested on the Indian roads and from what we hear, the Compass will be the stripped down version of the Grand Cherokee. Jeep has already unleashed a teaser campaign for the Compass and a microsite for the SUV is also live.
With class-leading capability, features and authentic Jeep DNA, the Jeep Compass is coming your way soon. Know More: https://t.co/lmMEDO6BLP pic.twitter.com/CrPEEbSsFy
— Jeep India (@JeepIndia) April 6, 2017
Expected to be priced at around Rs 20 lakh, the Jeep Compass will take on the likes of BMW X1, Hyundai Tucson, Honda CR-V, Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour, Chevrolet Trailblazer and Audi Q3 range.
Stay tuned for more updates as we bring you LIVE from Fiat India's Ranjangaon plant.
