Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Commander
When comparing the Jeep Cherokee's and the Jeep Commander's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Jeep Commander has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Cherokee's and the Jeep Commander's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Jeep Cherokee vs. Jeep Commander Pricing
A used 2023 Jeep Cherokee ranges from $33,775 to $43,697 while a used 2010 Jeep Commander is priced between $4,919 to $13,035.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Cherokee’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the Jeep Commander base engine makes 210 horsepower. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 458 miles. The Commander is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the Jeep Cherokee the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Commander. The Cherokee uses regular unleaded, and the Commander uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Jeep Cherokee has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear leg room and cargo space. The Jeep Commander has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Jeep Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
34785 - 44920
Used Asking Price:
33775 - 43697
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.416533
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4919 - 13035
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.003663 / 10
Reliability:
8.210989 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Jeep Commander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
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3 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
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13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
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19 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
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22 out of / 66Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
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32 out of / 56Ranking
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40 out of / 56Ranking
40 out of / 49Ranking
41 out of / 56Ranking
43 out of / 56Ranking
48 out of / 58Ranking
49 out of / 66Ranking
50 out of / 66Ranking
52 out of / 66Ranking
52 out of / 66Jeep Commander Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude Lux, Trailhawk
Jeep Commander Trim Levels
Limited, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
332 / 458 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
25.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
7.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3875 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
183.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4504 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17