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186,000 Miles and We Still Love Our Commander

Brett West, 07/19/2017
updated 01/22/2019
2008 Jeep Commander Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

Ours is a Sport 4WD with the 4.7 Flex fuel engine...it is not a Limited (Edmund's doesn't have all the trim levels correct). The Commander is an awesome vehicle with seating for 7 (we're a family of 5) that runs smoothly and quietly down the highway while being super capable off-road if you want to go there. It can transition from comfy highway cruiser to off-road beast instantly. We've taken ours over some of the highest 4x4 passes in Colorado without any trouble at all. We have also driven it in snow and ice with confidence. We've had no mechanical trouble other than having to have the main computer replaced around 30k miles (warranty). Fuel economy is poor averaging around 16 mpg combined but we expected that in a 7 passenger 4x4 SUV. Ours is equipped with the Boston Acoustics sound system but it could use more speakers in the rear of the vehicle. Overall it has been a great vehicle and one that we plan to keep as long as possible.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Surprised

Karon, 09/14/2010
2008 Jeep Commander Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful

This vehicle was purchased for my husband. He had a 2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade. He loved it but it was time to find a new vehicle. When I went out shopping to the Jeep place, they showed me this 2008 Commander Limited. I feel in love with it. It's nice to have room as a passenger. We have no need for the 3rd row seats, so that isn't a issue. I highly recommend this vehicle if you want comfort & fun driving. The downside, which I was surprised about, is the cargo space. Not enough. We are going to see if removing the 3rd row seats will help that. Otherwise, everything is great about it. Can't believe we bought a V8, but with a vehicle like this. it's worth it!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Jeep Commander is 2nd to none.

heartrok, 01/06/2008
2008 Jeep Commander Limited 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

We purchased a Limited model with every option. Kids love the Sirius backseat TV. MyGIG Nav with VES is simply fabulous. QuadraDrive II makes driving in 10 inches of snow a breeze. Build quality is top notch and overall this Jeep feels solid. Backup camera is very useful in this vehicle as rear visibility is compromised with 3rd row seat up. Too many useful options to name...UConnect bluetooth, Smartbeam headlights, hill ascent and descent assist, ESP, traction control, rear sky windows, etc. If you are looking for a great SUV with tons of options for a fair price and not sacrifice quality...I strongly recommend the Jeep Commander.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

It's a Jeep

wolf75, 11/28/2008
2008 Jeep Commander Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I've been a die hard Chevy pick-up guy and I still am, but I wanted a vehicle that was plush, comfortable, all the bells and whistles,but I wanted it as an Off road capable, as I spend alot of time afield, hunting, and I go into some very rough situations. This Jeep has out performed anything I've ever had and went everywhere the wranglers go except over huge rock, that I won't do as I want to keep this for awhile. But steep hills no matter the terrain, deep mud or snow this vehicle goes thru like it wasn't there, even places my P/U could never get thru. And I get there in comfort and quiet. By the way mine is the limited but I have the HEMI and all the bells and whistles. When we it is great

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best Vehicle I have owned in 25 years.

Jim, 01/02/2009
2008 Jeep Commander Overland 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

If you are in the market for an excellent all around vehicle. Do not hesitate to buy a commander. Shop around a little and you will not only get a great vehicle, but a bargain in the deal. Do not buy if you are wanting a 3o mpg vehicle. These weigh almost 5,500 lbs. But the plus side is how well they drive. Quiet, handles very well for its size. Acceleration with 5.7 hemi is awesome. Buy the hemi! This thing can accelerate from 50 to 100 in a heartbeat. And is just as quiet and confident at these speeds. The equipment included is awesome. The sound system ( Boston accoustics ) is audiophile quality. Go drive a limited or overland with a 5.7 hemi for about 100 miles. You will buy 1 maybe 2.

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