Grand Cherokee - Jeep Commander 7 Seater
The Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander is the first model produced by the renowned 4x4 manufacturer to feature a 7 seat layout inside the cabin. These seven seats are combined with the Jeep's characteristic strong diesel engine and excellent off road performance to provide their first all purpose family 7 seater car. However, be warned that the two rear seats are on the small side and so are only suitable for either children or small adults.
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Jeep Commander - Purchase Price
A Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander will set you back £27,290 for a basic model, which comes with a generous standard trim, and up to £34,323 for a more advanced model.
Jeep Commander - Service Costs
Servicing on a Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander needs to be undertaken every 12,000 miles for a diesel engined car and every 7,500 miles for a petrol engine option. Prices for servicing a Jeep Commander do vary around the country, so checking local garages is advised.
Jeep Commander - Car TAX (VED)
Both of the Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander's engine options, a 3.0 CRD diesel engine and a 5.7 V8 petrol engine, fall into Band M due to their emissions of 284g/km and 368g/km respectively. This leaves the car liable to £435 road tax for 2010/2011 and a £950 showroom fee.
Jeep Commander - Fuel Efficiency (MPG)
The 3.0 CRD engine shows good efficiency considering the size of the vehicle it is powering, producing a combined fuel consumption rate of 26mpg. The 5.7 V8 option, however, only manages a lowly 18mpg to go alongside it's sky high emissions.
Jeep Commander - Additional Features
The standard model of the Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander, known as the Predator, comes with a generous amount of safety features and equipment. Along with key safety features such as ABS, drivers, passengers and side air bags, an alarm, fog lights, Isofix points, power steering and traction control, the Predator trim also features air conditioning, a CD player, body colour bumpers and electric mirrors and seats. On the more expensive models, which have the Limited trim, heated seats, parking sensors, an audio remote and leather trim are also available.
Jeep Commander - Performance
Both the petrol and diesel engine options give a good performance on the Jeep Commander, with the 3.0 CRD hitting 60mph in 8.7s and reaching a top speed of 125mph while the 5.7 V8 reaches 60mph in 7.5s and tops out at 129mph.
Jeep Commander - Insurance
The Grand Cherokee Jeep Commander, like most 7 seater cars, finds itself placed into Group 14 for insurance purposes. Grand Cherokee Insurance quotes can be obtained for free and at the click of button from our affiliated auto insurance company. Click to Grand Cherokee Insurance!
Jeep Commander - Nagging issues
Despite having a good standard trim, excellent safety features, a roomy interior and an excellent reputation, the Jeep Commander does have several nagging issues which could put off potential buyers. The car's aesthetics will leave a lot to be desired for some, with the boxy design supposedly being a tribute to earlier models in the 70's and 80's but instead just looking outdated. The diesel engine, which is by far the better option over the uneconomic and polluting 5.7 V8 petrol option, is also rather noisy, especially when accelerating.
Jeep Commander - Conclusion
The car also has some handling issues when driving on the road, as although the 7 seater car performs excellently off the road it does not handle well on tarmac. For reviews on all other 7 Seater SUV's or 7 Seater 4x4's visit our homepage: www.7-seater-cars.co.uk.
