Jeep Compass Night Eagle, with sporty looks, goes official
What's the story
US automaker Jeep has launched the Night Eagle variant of its Compass SUV in Australia. It may also make its way to India in the near future. As for the highlights, the model flaunts cosmetic changes both inside and out and offers lots of features, including wireless charging. It runs on a 2.4-liter Tigershark petrol engine that churns out 173hp of power.
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Why does this story matter?
The Night Eagle is a special edition base trim of the Compass in Australia and offers good looks and lots of features. It should attract a lot of buyers in the country. The model should also debut on our shores soon. When it arrives here, the competition in the SUV segment will be raised to a great extent.
Exteriors
The car has 18-inch wheels and a black roof
The Jeep Compass Night Eagle sports a black finish on the roof, front grille, lower bumper area, fog lamp surround, skid plates, as well as boot-lid. It has sleek LED headlamps, wrap-around taillights, ORVMs, roof rails, flared wheels arches, a shark-fin antenna, and black-colored 18-inch alloy wheels. The dimensions of the model are the same as the other trims.
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It is fueled by a 173hp, 2.4-liter engine
In Australia, the Jeep Compass Night Eagle is powered by a 2.4-liter petrol engine linked to a 6-speed automatic gearbox and a front-wheel-drive system. The motor puts out a maximum power of 173hp.
Interiors
The SUV gets six airbags and powered driver's seat
Jeep Compass Night Eagle has a blacked-out cabin, featuring a powered driver's seat, wireless charging, black inserts on the dashboard, and a multifunctional steering wheel. It packs a 7.0-inch digital driver's display and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment panel with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support. Six airbags, a rear-view parking camera, blind-spot monitor, adaptive cruise control, and active lane management ensure the passengers' safety.
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Jeep Compass Night Eagle: Pricing and availability
In Australia, the new Jeep Compass Night Eagle sports a price-figure of AUD 39,950 (around Rs. 22.5 lakh). The company is also expected to introduce the SUV in the Indian market soon.