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Jeep Commander
The Jeep Commander comes with a high standard level of equipment, and performs superbly as an off-roader. On the road performance is good but not great. The car’s exterior style may not appeal to everyone, but it does tend to grow on you over time.
Jeep Commander Car Review Summary
Jeep Commander
Jeep is well known for its rough and tough vehicles. The Commander is no exception it’s a 4x4 with supreme off-roading ability and seems to be even tougher than the Grand Cherokee. Off-roaders will surely be impressed by the Commander’s performance.
The Jeep Commander represents a more modern Jeep design, and the Commander represents Jeep’s old-school, off-roader formula. The new design of the Commander takes some getting used to but the vehicle has serious potential both on and off the road. With its increased seating capacity the Commander will be attractive to a more diverse group of buyers.
The Commander’s cabin is spacious and comes with seven seats, instantly making it a reasonable alternative to other traditional family MPV’s. The Commander's off-road ability has been comparable to that of a Land Rover Discovery or Toyota Land Cruiser. It is easy to spot the Commander’s improvements and enhancements no matter what terrain is being conquered.
Jeep provides a genuinely impressive standard package including many comfort items. The Commander also offers many upgrades but with each additional upgrade the purchase price increases significantly. Build quality is good, making the Commander a good choice as a work vehicle, with the diesel engine being the best choice.
Practicality
The Commander is competitively priced once all of the options are included. Repair work is like to be expensive and so will insurance rates. The car’s resale value is uncertain and should be a consideration before making this purchase.
The Jeep Commander cabin is quite spacious and more than accommodates seven passengers comfortably. The boot is capable of carrying luggage and groceries as well. Seats fold down in a variety of ways to accommodate larger cargo items and allow easy loading of pasasengers who are trying to access the rear seats.
The Jeep Commander controls and dials are large and useful. The Commander provides a wealth of information such as the altitude, compass bearing and the exterior temperature. Displays are also large and easy to read and understand.
The Commander is equipped with theatre style seating. Each row is subsequentally raised higher than the row in front of it to provide all passengers with a clear view. The third row of passengers enjoy their own heating and air conditioning feature.
The Jeep Commander cabin is fairly easy to access although there is a small step up that may pose a problem for some passengers. It should prove to be easy access for most passengers including rear passengers, thanks to the seats on the outside that fold down out of the way. The rear tail-gate has a window that opens separately from the tail-gate.
The Commander is relatively easy to park despite its small turning circle and large size. Front and rear parking sensors come as part of the standard package and prove to be invaluable when parking the Commander.
Jeep Commander
Life Style
Jeep’s Commander is one of the largest and more responsive SUV’s on the road. The car is capable of maintaining a brisk pace comfortably and and handles well both on and off the road. Buyers are encouraged to take one of Jeep’s off-roading classes to understand fully what the Commander is capable of.
The Commander is an excellent family vehicle. It offers plenty of passenger and cabin space. Rear passengers have their own heat and air controls, and the boot is large enough to accommodate a family life-style.
This is not a very practical first vehicle. It is an expensive vehicle to purchase, and its large size will be difficult for less experienced drivers to maneuver. It will prove to be expensive to fuel and doesn’t have many of the qualities that new drivers usually look for in a car.
Jeep’s SUVs have always had a positive image, but they seem to lack the same commitment to fit and finish that some of the big named competitors embody. This has occasionally hurt Jeep and limited their market within this sector. Although they do enjoy a huge loyal following of customers.
Jeep Commander
Security and Safety
The Jeep Commander is an expensive, attractive vehicle and draws a lot of attention. The vehicle comes standard with a Thatcham One alarm and immobiliser system.
Jeep Commander standard safety features include multi-stage front airbags, side curtain airbags for all three rows and seatbelts equipped with pretensioners. The vehicle also features Electronic Stability Program as standard and an electronic rollover system.
The Finishing Touches
The Commander’s standard stereo unit includes a single slot CD player. The unit produces excellent sound quality and includes six speakers. An upgrade is available which includes full screen satellite navigation, MP3 compatibility, a six-disc CD changer and a rear seat DVD system.
The Jeep Commander has limited colour options available for buyers. Most of the choices have already been made by the company. Metallic paint is a cost option on Predator models and dual skylights are only offered as part of a luxury package with the upgraded stereo system.
