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Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« on: December 17, 2013, 05:16:42 PM »
Afternoon all,

We are starting to look around for a bigger family car and a larger tow car for our Swift Outback and came across this Jeep Commander today at a local dealer http://carsales.mobi/cars/details/?R=16074558

Now I'm not familiar with Jeeps at all but so far it's probably the only car the SWMBO and I can actually agree on. I've read up a little about it this afternoon and from my brief research the opinions were generally good. I'm really liking the turbo diesel motor and to me it would suit our black top travels nicely. But I am just wondering if anyone has had one or knows a friend who has and can offer there thoughts and experiences?

Many thanks

Josh and Mandy
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« Reply #1 on: December 17, 2013, 06:05:54 PM »
check out http://www.ausjeepoffroad.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=159

Heaps of info there, plus there was a really good write up in last months 4x4 Axtion magazine
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #2 on: December 17, 2013, 06:14:40 PM »
It's a jeep....
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #3 on: December 17, 2013, 06:15:06 PM »
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« Reply #4 on: December 17, 2013, 06:17:02 PM »
And that Jeep thing is currently outselling many other known brands
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #5 on: December 17, 2013, 06:20:01 PM »
Quote from: scarps on December 17, 2013, 06:17:02 PM
And that Jeep thing is currently outselling many other known brands

Not having a dig, but where did you get that info from?
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #6 on: December 17, 2013, 06:38:18 PM »

Quote from: Nick74 on December 17, 2013, 06:20:01 PM
Not having a dig, but where did you get that info from?
just jumped on a plane but happy to upload the recent 4x4 sales stats when I land later tonight. 
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #7 on: December 17, 2013, 07:00:02 PM »
Quote from: scarps
And that Jeep thing is currently outselling many other known brands
Falcadores outsold Lamborghini too.

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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #8 on: December 17, 2013, 07:06:59 PM »
It's a decent tow vehicle, with 3500kg towing capacity.  Quite popular for that.

We travelled to and around the Flinders a few years ago with a mate towing a Vista RV behind his Commander.  We took some of the 'less travelled' tracks including one that came out near Grindells hut and was a bit rough and hilly.  ;D.  On that trip he had a problem with a window, that was caused by a dodgy repair after some hail damage.  He also had a battery die that resulted in being towed to civilisation.  He has had a few other issues, but still has the Commander.

Like all Jeeps, repairs can be difficult if you aren't near a Jeep dealer.  If you are a DIY type, then lots of parts available direct from the US to save money.

And of course, once you have a Jeep you can come to Jeep Jamboree, Camp Coffs, join your local Jeep club, and get yourself into Jeep Action magazine.
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #9 on: December 17, 2013, 07:24:34 PM »
Additionally the editor of Jeep Action Magazine Michael has recently purchased a Commander as a tow vehicle. He's not known for staying on the blacktop ;D

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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #10 on: December 17, 2013, 09:47:33 PM »
They don't seem to have much ground clearance, much like the WH Grand that they're related to. I had an 02 GC and one of the first things done was an ARB suspension lift. Suppose if you aren't going off road it's not an issue.
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #11 on: December 17, 2013, 10:42:52 PM »
Thoughts on a Jeep Commander..............................................Nope, I got nothin :angel:
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #12 on: December 17, 2013, 11:48:41 PM »

Quote from: Nick74 on December 17, 2013, 06:20:01 PM
Not having a dig, but where did you get that info from?
extract from 4x4 Australia Magazine

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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #13 on: December 18, 2013, 05:54:57 AM »
Warning. Bad language in link  :D

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All I got. :)
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #14 on: December 18, 2013, 06:31:52 AM »
That's gold olly :cup:
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #15 on: December 18, 2013, 07:33:24 AM »
Basically the Commander was a 7 seat version of the Grand Cherokee produced between 2006 and 2010.  Since Jeep was part of the Daimler group at the time the diesel engine was sourced from Mercedes.

As stated, Jeep parts are expensive in Australia and sometimes out of stock, and outside the major cities are totally unobtainable (I was stuck once in Mt Isa because Jeep didn't have a clutch plate in stock in Australia!), but Jeeps are great vehicles and totally addictive (I've still got mine in spite of the Mt Isa experience).
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« Reply #16 on: December 18, 2013, 07:36:44 AM »
Quote from: oldmate on December 18, 2013, 05:54:57 AM
Warning. Bad language in link  :D

http://youtu.be/T9kpAxBHpo8

All I got. :)
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #17 on: December 18, 2013, 03:25:58 PM »
Check out the new Cherokee coming early next year, read some reviews from overseas, trailhawk with difflock would be the go.
Was shocked first time I saw it but grows on you and now I seriously like it !!!
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #18 on: December 18, 2013, 03:52:30 PM »

Quote from: millzzy on December 18, 2013, 03:25:58 PM
Check out the new Cherokee coming early next year, read some reviews from overseas, trailhawk with difflock would be the go.
Was shocked first time I saw it but grows on you and now I seriously like it !!!
is that the one with the shark nose?
If yes, I haven't warmed to it just yet.
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #19 on: December 18, 2013, 07:13:06 PM »
It's ugly as.
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #20 on: December 18, 2013, 08:37:35 PM »
Quote from: millzzy on December 18, 2013, 03:25:58 PM
Check out the new Cherokee coming early next year, read some reviews from overseas, trailhawk with difflock would be the go.
Was shocked first time I saw it but grows on you and now I seriously like it !!!

But tow what you want current Cherokee only 1600kg braked ???

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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #21 on: December 19, 2013, 08:35:14 AM »
Latest sales stats in current 4x4 Australia Mag

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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #22 on: December 19, 2013, 09:07:14 AM »
Quote from: scarps on December 19, 2013, 08:35:14 AM
Latest sales stats in current 4x4 Australia Mag


Yeah but they seem to attract roos....
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #23 on: December 19, 2013, 10:27:35 AM »
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Re: Thoughts on a Jeep Commander
« Reply #24 on: December 19, 2013, 02:42:36 PM »
Whats the Amarock doning there. I thought they weren't dual range?
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