Overview & Reviews

The 2006 Jeep Commander is a new seven-passenger SUV based on the Jeep Grand Cherokee's basic platform.

• Three available engines, excellent off-road ability, balanced handling, simple controls.

• Low-grade interior materials, minimal legroom for third-row seat, mediocre cargo capacity, poor gas mileage with the big V8s.

User Reviews:

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  love the Commander - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By Barb - May 31 - 7:53 am

  Recently came back from a long trip where we averaged between 20 and 22 mpg. City driving gas mileage comes in around 17 mpg. Certainly gets a lot of admiring glances. The teenage boys love it. Its great that this has that third row for unexpected riders, but there is no storage space when there are 7 people. Over all we love it!

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  If I only had it to do over - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By CMEGOBY - May 29 - 1:53 am

  Unfortunately all I can say is this is the worst vehicle I have ever owned and I am currently at 25 and counting. This thing has far less room than I anticipated and is very uncomfortable on long trips. To top things off it has been at the dealer getting things fixed more than it has been in my driveway. If your looking for a fun, reliable, and comfortable SUV then I recommend looking elsewhere.

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  Ill never buy a Jeep again - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By R Anderson - May 29 - 1:53 am

  I bought this vehicle for my wife and son. It was the right size (not too big not too small). The problem is quality, Ive had the computer replaced, spark plug replaced and the body molding around the wheel well is loose. The vehicle just cut off for no reason (replaced computer), then a ignition failure light came on and we took to the dealership (replaced the spark plug) but said we needed to get the fuel injectors cleaned (16,000 miles) to fix the problem, $300. I had a Mercedes SUV with 58,000 miles and never had to have the injectors cleaned. When I complained about the moldings being so loose the service department said "we have new Commanders that are worse" that doesnt make it right.

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  The Commander - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By Scott E - May 23 - 10:33 am

  A lot different than what Im used to in a Jeep - the old type was based more for off road. And to me had a rough ride to it. The new Jeeps are still for off road but my Commander has a lot more room inside and more of car like ride. A wider stance and with the wider tires and 17 inch wheels adds to a more comfortable ride. Has a lot of nice features for the consumer. And the back up sensors come in handy on the SUV. Overall Im very pleased with my Jeep and the third row seating makes it nice for smaller children; they have their own cup holders, AC with controls is a big plus and they have a place to plug in their favorite games.

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  Commander Limited Hemi - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By Meredith - May 15 - 11:56 pm

  Jeep Commander Limited is one of the best SUVs Ive ever owned. Plenty of room and plenty of power make this vehicle a joy both on and off the road. I dont have anything significant to complain about at this point and the dealership has been very helpful and responsive to my concerns.

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  Bad boy - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By Jeep in - May 12 - 9:50 am

  This Jeep is bad to the bone. I have the Hemi and the Saddle Brown seats which make the vehicle special. The only setback is that the factory installed a power steering hose incorrectly and it was rubbed raw and exploded with only 200 miles on the SUV. The service was incredible as they sent me home with a new Commander until mine is fixed.

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  Commander is great truck - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By kmag51 - May 10 - 6:56 pm

  Just purchased this vehicle a couple of weeks ago and highly recommend it. The interior comfort is wonderful and the saddle brown seats look very expensive. Truck handles great and is extremely agile for a 5,000 lb. vehicle. The limited model offers a lot of goodies standard. Even though the truck is fairly new I got a decent discount when purchasing. All in all a great truck and would highly recommend.

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  Problems - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By kENNETH - April 10 - 10:30 am

  Purchased the commander in 4/07, in 7/09 my water pump went out at 37,000 miles. Which I had to replace cost me $1100.00, because the Chrysler corporation said it was past the manufacturer warranty of 36,000 miles it would not honor. At 38,000, right front wheel bearing went bad had to replace, $475.00. At 39,000, my sunroof started leaking. Now at 63,000 I have an electrical problem. When it rains and I turn my wipers or lights, they go out. Otherwise the vehicle is fine.

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  This Commander Rocks! - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By ST8JEEP - April 4 - 11:43 pm

  I have driven my 06 Commander for a year and am really impressed. It rides and drives smoothly. Cargo space is great. I have hauled 8 ft 4x4 lumber with the tailgate shut. Off road driving is amazing. Drove through 12 inches of snow in a corn field with no problems!

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  Be careful of this year model - 2006 Jeep Commander
  By gladejd - March 31 - 1:40 am

  We bought this model brand new in 2005. It was the first year that Jeep released the Commander, using the 4.7 V8 engine. As you know most jeeps use the 3.7L V6 engine, which is dependable. However, this car, we had it overheat once, and it blew the head gasket. On top of that, the engine block cracked. This is after one overheat mind you. The car is too expensive for me to fix, so I will end up selling the car as a parts motherlode. Too bad we paid a lot of money for this car. I cant say about the later models, but I learned a valuable lesson regarding any car. When a car model comes out for the first year, recommend not buying it and wait till the following year or two.