Jeep Meridian Vs Skoda Kodiaq: Detailed Comparison
Jeep Meridian design inspired from Grand-Cherokee
Kodiaq received a facelift in 2022
Both have 7-seat configurations
The Jeep Meridian and Skoda Kodiaq sit in a niche segment in the Indian SUV market. They are a bit smaller than the Toyota Fortuner or MG Gloster but are bigger than the likes of the Tata Safari and the Hyundai Alcazar. Even their respective pricing between the range of Rs 30 lakh to Rs 40 lakh reflects it. Both feature a great design, three-row seating, feature-packed interiors, and a refined powertrain. Which new one should you go for then? Today we compare the Jeep Meridian vs Skoda Kodiaq to find out.
Jeep Meridian Vs Skoda Kodiaq: Exterior Design
While the Meridian is based on the Compass, Jeep has redesigned the entire SUV with new body panels and an extended wheelbase. In the flesh, it looks more like the bigger Jeep Grand Cherokee instead. The front end of the Meridian features the signature 7-slot grille which is flanked by slim LED headlights and DRLs while a wide chrome strip sits just above the air dam. Move to the side and you will notice the flared wheel arches, short overhangs, 18-inch alloy wheels, chrome surround above the doors, and the dual-tone roof. The squared-off rear profile offers sleek LED tail lights integrated with a chrome strip that gives the vehicle a premium look.
The Kodiaq on the other hand is a handsome SUV with an imposing road presence. Skoda gave it a mid-life facelift last year with the front end featuring slimmer LED headlights with new intricately detailed LED DRLs. The front grille has been slightly revised while lower down the bumpers are all new. The side profile of the Kodiaq has a number of strong character lines and creases, which along with the 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, help mask the sheer length of the vehicle. The rear end gets a sculpted bootlid, updated bumper, and new slimmer, sharper LED tail lights with integrated dynamic turn indicators.
Jeep Meridian Vs Skoda Kodiaq: Interior Features
Jeep has packed the Meridian’s interior with creature comforts and features. The SUV gets a 10.1-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, powered & ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, wireless charging, dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate, 360-degree camera, and more. Safety features include 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Hill Descent Control, ABS with EBD, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
The Skoda Kodiaq also gets similar levels of features inside. It provides an 8-inch infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, digital instrument control, wireless charging, a 360-degree camera, ventilated & powered front seats, a 12-speaker audio setup from CANTON, tri-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and more. In terms of safety, the Kodiaq comes equipped with 9 airbags as standard, adaptive front headlights, Electronic Stability Control, Park Assist, Multi-Collision Braking Assist, ABS with EBD, and Hill Descent Control.
Jeep Meridian Vs Skoda Kodiaq: Powertrain Details
The Meridian and Kodiaq both offer a single powertrain option only. As you can see in the table above, the Jeep’s turbo diesel engine makes slightly less power but higher torque than the Skoda’s turbo-petrol motor. Also, the Meridian is offered with both manual and automatic transmission choices while the Kodiaq gets a DSG automatic as the sole gearbox option.
Jeep Meridian Vs Skoda Kodiaq: Pricing in India
Prices for the Jeep Meridian start from Rs 30.10 lakh (ex-showroom) for the entry-level Limited variant, going up to Rs 37.15 lakh ( ex-showroom) for the top Limited Opt AT 4x4 trim.
While the Skoda Kodiaq’s prices begin from Rs 37.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Style base trim level, with the fully-loaded L & K model coming in at Rs 39.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
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