Fiat Chrysler releases images of totally revamped 2017 Jeep Compass/freep

Fiat Chrysler releases images of totally revamped 2017 Jeep Compass

The 2018 Jeep Compass has been anticipated for several years and is the next phase of Jeep's global growth plan to top 1.9 million in annual sales by 2018.2017 Jeep® Compass Limited (Photo: FCA US LLC)Jeep revealed that Compass will be the name for the compact Jeep that will replace the Compass and Patriot SUVs as it celebrated the start of production of the new SUV today at its plant in Pernambuco, Brazil, and released three images of the vehicle.The images show a more aerodynamic design than the outgoing Compass and Patriot models with styling cues that reflect those found on the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Cherokee instead of the boxier Wrangler and Renegade.

2017 Jeep Compass revealed

There's a new Jeep Compass arriving in showrooms in the first quarter of 2017, and it will replace not only the aging current model but also the Patriot.Jeep says it retained the Compass name since it's more recognized around the globe.The automaker is making little secret of its desire to attract greater numbers of international buyers this time around.

2017 Jeep Compass makes global debut in Brazil

The 2017 Jeep Compass Trailhawk premiered in Brazil on Monday night.The new Compass will replace the current Compass and the Patriot.(Photo: Fiat Chrysler)Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV will rely on the name Compass to guide Jeep's all-new compact sport utility vehicle in the right direction.

Jeep Compass Image Gallery; India launch In 2017

The recently revealed Jeep Compass is a global product by the American automaker and will be launched in India next year.The Compass will be manufactured in India and will have a more affordable price tag than the Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee SRT and Wrangler Unlimited.The Compass will be offered in seven fuel-efficient powertrain options in more than 100 countries, but it's likely that only a 2.0-litre diesel motor will make its way to India.

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