Jeep Compass Facelift engine details leaked

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is working on a facelift for the Jeep Compass, which is expected to be launched in early 2021. Now, details pertaining to the powertrain options of the Compass facelift have emerged online.

• Expected to get a 1.3-litre FireFly turbo-petrol unit
• Will be launched in India in early 2021

Reports from Brazil indicate that the Brazilian-spec Jeep Compass facelift will get an all-new 1.3-litre FireFly turbocharged petrol engine. This in-line four-cylinder, direct-injection motor develops up to 178bhp and 285Nm of peak torque. The diesel powertrain will continue to be the 2.0-litre Multijet unit, making 167bhp and 350Nm. Transmission options will include a six-speed manual, a CVT unit (for the petrol model) and a nine-speed torque converter automatic. Meanwhile, we aren't sure whether Jeep will offer these powertrains in India as well, or will continue with the existing ones.

The Compass facelift will continue to rival the Hyundai Tucson, Tata Harrier and the MG Hector. Fresher competition will include the Volkswagen T-Roc and the upcoming Skoda Karoq and new-gen Mahindra XUV500.