After much speculation Jeep has finally launched the off-road capable Compass Trailhawk at Rs.26.8 Lakhs, which is about Rs.3.7 lakhs more than the previous range topping Jeep Compass version.
Booking for this SUV had already opened on 11 June for an amount of Rs.50,000. The Compass Trailhawk comes with the same 173hp 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel Multijet II engine which is found in the entire Jeep Compass range, but this time it is BS6 compliant and comes mated to a 9-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
On the outside, the car sees certain design changes to make it suitable for off-roading. For instance, it gets increased ground clearance, increased water wading depth, 4×4 drive system, hill descent control and a rock mode for selec terrain system.
The Compass Trailhawk shares almost all of its safety and comfort features with the Compass Limited Plus and additionally gets 8.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
