Which Meridian variant is best?

The Base Diesel is the most value-for-money variant of the Meridian, offering a great balance of features and price.

Which Meridian variant has automatic transmission?

Currently, we do not have data on automatic variants for the Meridian.

Jeep Meridian

₹24.99 LakhLive*Avg. Ex-Showroom

Built with a focus on driver satisfaction and passenger comfort, the Jeep Meridian is an attractive SUV priced from ₹24.99 Lakh, featuring versatile Diesel powertrain options paired with Manual transmission choices. Major strengths include 7-seater premium SUV with Jeep heritage, coupled with a generous 350 L boot capacity. A dependable SUV for varied Indian road conditions, it pairs solid mechanical toughness with a commanding seating position and composed ride quality.

Jeep Meridian price starts from ₹24.99 Lakh (avg. ex-showroom) as of October 2026.

Jeep Meridian Price Details:

Base Variant (Base Diesel): ₹24.99 Lakh
Top Variant (Base Diesel): ₹24.99 Lakh
Estimated On-Road Price: ₹27.99 Lakh - ₹27.99 Lakh

Jeep Meridian Engine & Variant Options:

Engine Options: Standard Engine
Transmission: Manual
Variants: Available in 1 variants.

Meridian Best Variant: Which Variant Should You Buy?

Short Answer: The Base Diesel is our top recommendation for most buyers.

Our Recommended Meridian Variant

Top Pick

Base Diesel

Standard EngineManualDiesel15.7 kmpl kmpl

₹24.99 Lakh

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The Base Diesel hits the sweet spot in the Meridian lineup. It provides essential modern features, excellent safety basics, and great driving dynamics without the steep premium demanded by the top-spec Base Diesel. Unless you absolutely require flagship-tier features (like ADAS or panoramic sunroofs), this is the smartest place to put your money.

5-Year Ownership Cost Estimate

While the Base Diesel costs ₹0 more than the base model to buy, let's see how much it actually costs to own over 5 years (assuming 10,000 km/year).

Cost Area (5 Yrs)	Base (Base Diesel)	Pick (Base Diesel)	Top (Base Diesel)
Purchase Price	₹24.99 Lakh	₹24.99 Lakh	₹24.99 Lakh
Estimated Fuel	₹2.87 Lakh	₹2.87 Lakh	₹2.87 Lakh
Insurance (Est.)	₹3.75 Lakh	₹3.75 Lakh	₹3.75 Lakh
Service (Est.)	₹1.25 Lakh	₹1.25 Lakh	₹1.25 Lakh
Minus Resale Value	-₹12.49 Lakh	-₹12.49 Lakh	-₹12.49 Lakh
Total Net Cost (5Y)	₹20.36 Lakh	₹20.36 Lakh	₹20.36 Lakh

Detailed Ownership Cost Breakdown

Best Meridian Variant by Use Case

On a Strict Budget

Core performance without the premium features.

Base Diesel

₹24.99 Lakh

Highway Cruising

Maximum power, stability, and safety tech.

Base Diesel

₹24.99 Lakh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Meridian variant offers the best value for money?

The Base Diesel is generally considered the best value-for-money variant. Priced at ₹24.99 Lakh ex-showroom, it offers the essential modern features you need without the expensive luxury add-ons of the top trims.

Is the Base Diesel worth buying?

Yes, if you are on a strict budget. The base Base Diesel gives you the exact same engine (Standard Engine) and core structural safety as the top models, but you will miss out on premium interior features and advanced technology.