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Rabu, 18 Maret 2015

Jeep Commander - Generation 1 (2006-2011)

JEEP COMMANDER (2006-2011)

Basically the 7 seater model of the Grand Cherokee in which its platform is based on, the Commander is Jeep's largest vehicle in terms of passenger capability. Two V8 gasolines and a sole diesel engine are the choices. The third generation Durango replaced this.

See the overview of this Commander

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	5.7 HEMI Overland	4.7 Limited	3.0 CRD Overland
Years Available	December 2008-2011	March 2006-2011	2010-2011
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Hemi 5.7 SOHC 16V V8	PowerTech 4.7 SOHC 16V V8	OM642 3.0 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower	357hp @ 5,200rpm	230hp @ 4,600rpm	218hp @ 4,000rpm
Torque	520Nm @ 4,350rpm	414Nm @ 3,600rpm	510Nm @ 1,600-2,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Diesel
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Common Rail Direct
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	78 Liters	78 Liters	78 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,787mm	4,787mm	4,787mm
Width	1,900mm	1,900mm	1,900mm
Height	1,826mm	1,826mm or 1,831mm	1,826mm
Wheelbase	2,781mm	2,781mm	2,781mm
Curb Weight	2,406kg	2,312kg	2,242kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive
Seating	7	7	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Rigid Axle	Rigid Axle	Rigid Axle
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc	Solid Disc	Solid Disc
Tires	245/60 R18	245/65 R17	245/60 R18
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	6	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Electronic Stability Control	Yes, Electronic Stability Control	Yes, Electronic Stability Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	Hill Descent Control, Hill Assist, Tire Pressure Monitor, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Camera, Limited Slip Differential
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: None	Adds: None. Deletes: Automatic HID Headlamps, Front Tow Hooks	Automatic Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers, Roof Rails, Rear Wiper, Sun Roof, Automatic HID Headlamps, Front Tow Hooks
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather with Wood	Leather	Leather with Wood
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger	Power, Driver and Front Passenger	Power, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Material	Leather/Suede	Leather	Leather/Suede
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	Chrome Scuff Plates, Wood/Aluminum Accents, 40/20/40 Fold Second Row, 50/50 Fold Third Row
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Tailgate, Pedals	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Tailgate, Pedals	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold, Tailgate, Pedals
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual	Automatic, Dual	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX/MyGig 30GB Hard Drive	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX/MyGig 30GB Hard Drive	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX/MyGig 30GB Hard Drive
Speakers	6, Boston Acoustics	6, Boston Acoustics or 8, Infinity	6, Boston Acoustics
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio	Yes, Audio	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes
NOTES	Brake assist, hill descent control, hill assist, rear parking camera, limited slip differential added in October 2009. Power tailgate removed in October 2009.	MP3 function and Boston Acoustics sound system added in February 2007. Auxiliary and MyGig function added in December 2008. Brake assist, hill descent control, hill assist, rear parking camera, limited slip differential added in October 2009. Power tailgate removed in February 2007.
RIVALS	Chevrolet Tahoe, Dodge Durango, Ford Expedition

Kamis, 07 Maret 2013

Car Profiles - Jeep Commander (2006-2011)

2006-2011 Jeep Commander

The Good: Not bulky, available diesel engine

The Bad: Rear visibility when full, V8's don't have great mileage

The Say: Practical in the city while retaining its Jeep roots.

Go For: 3.0 CRD Overland
Avoid: 5.7 HEMI Overland

Price Range: P1,000,000-P2,000,000
Our Rating: ***

Related Review: Used Car Review - Jeep Commander (2006-2011)

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2006-2011

Rabu, 06 Maret 2013

Used Car Review - Jeep Commander (2006-2011)

Planning to wreck the bushes without taking special parking lessons? Among the American SUV's out there, Myk Belmonte takes this baby for a spin.

2006-2011 Jeep Commander

History
Say the word "Jeep" and the one thing that comes to mind are the muscular and topless Wranglers usually driven in mountains and mud terrains. Yes, they are off-road rated and capable of being driven in the worst of all conditions.

If you think that the Grand Cherokee cannot fit your extended family, the Commander is the vehicle in the Jeep stable that can accommodate your needs since it has three rows. First previewed at the 2005 New York Auto Show and regarded by salespersons as the "seven seater Grand Cherokee". The vehicle became a hit at first but as time pass by, sales of the "seven seater Jeep" declined and a second generation model didn't happen. By the time you read this, the Grand Wagoneer nameplate would be brought back to life as a three row vehicle.

CATS Motors brought in the Commander to Philippine shores in 2006 and became the first Jeep vehicle to be distributed by them. You can buy one brand new until 2011, with the WK2 Grand Cherokee indirectly replacing this model.

Value and Costs
For the price of a brand new vehicle, you can buy a pre-owned Commander that would cost you between P1,000,000-P2,000,000. For premium vehicles like this, it is a good decision to visit CATS Pre-Owned inventory to check out the numerous Commanders that were given an inspection and backed them up with a limited warranty.

Taking care of this vehicle is on par with the Ford Expedition and the Chevrolet Tahoe due to the fuel expenses afforded by the standard gasoline V8 engine. Going for the diesel one can save you cash but to cut on costs more, try to have a relationship with the head manager of a auto parts shop that specializes in American vehicles and they can give you prices that are friendly to your wallet.

Exterior and Interior
Boxy is the word that pops out of one's mind when seeing this vehicle, even removing the badges would still elicit the description. If we were to use a second adjective for this, it must be muscular due to the influences from its grandfathers. To sum this up, everything is squarish except for the circular fog lamps and of course, the wheels.

Leather surfaces greets you inside this vehicle, which should be since you are paying two million grand for a vehicle. Audiophiles would love the standard Boston Acoustics sound system while chrome bits make the interior lively without resorting to a cheesy dashboard. The second and third rows are raised higher akin to a movie theater, but the third row is best for kids and if all of them are occupied, rear visibility is compromised despite the large windows.

Engine
Rounding up the engine choices are two V8 gasoline options and a single V6 diesel. From launch, you can either have your Commander with a Magnum 4,698cc V8 with 230hp at 4,600rpm and 414Nm at 3,600rpm or a Hemi 5,654cc V8 that carries 357hp at 5,200rpm and 520Nm at 4,350rpm. In 2010, a diesel engine with six cylinders in the form of a 2,987cc V6 possessing 218hp at 4,000rpm and 510Nm at 1,600-2,400rpm was added to the range. Both V8 engines are capable, and they are no slouch. Give them a push and you'll hear a muscle car sound. The diesel power plant is refined and smooth, you'll even mistaken it as a gasoline engine.

Driving Impressions
Despite the tall stance, the Commander feels stable especially when cornering. Steering is on the light side, but you get a minimum amount of body roll especially when traversing mountainous roads, thanks to the standard electronic stability control. An advanced all-wheel drive system dubbed as the Quadra-Drive II puts the low-range, towing, and locking differential functions in one.

Verdict
The Commander combines the classic off-road capability that the Jeep brand was known for in a modern package. You have a luxurious interior while crossing the worst roads our country has to offer. Seeking for a decent family car with seven seats? The Durango would serve your needs better, and it is the same with other American rivals.

The Good: