Jeep unveiled its first seven passenger vehicle in 2005 at the New York Motor Exhibition. This seven passenger vehicle was named Jeep Commander. The first model, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is almost the same size as the Commander. The advancement in the Commander is its passenger space. It has more space and capacity than the Grand Cherokee. The Commander has a different look and style also. An observer can easily identify the deviation from the standard Jeep designs. It looks like a bold attempt at creativity and rebranding.

Jeep is aware of the competition in the SUV industry. Producing a rival SUV is not an option any more. The Jeep Commander is a response to critics and competitors. People are faced with a large selection of SUVs on the market. A customer has to decide the kind of vehicle he or she wants. The decision is based on price, performance, fuel economy, style, room capacity, durability, speed, and versatility. Jeep attempted to integrate a fair amount of each quality in its Commander model.

The Studebaker Commander and the Scammell Commander are siblings of the Jeep Commander. They are not the same as the latest Commander in terms of appearance or performance. However, they share the same name. Jeep has stuck to the Commander versions. Other manufacturers have copied this trend. The versatility of the Commander is expected to increase sales. Projections for future sales will be tested by the real market.

When a Jeep Commander approaches around a corner, it attracts attention. Its boxy appearance is fascinating. One will think of the Commander as a military vehicle. The most interesting part of the Commander is its roof. The engineers designed the roof in a way which allows more head space at the rear. This feat is not easy to accomplish. Most SUV designers will avoid this at all costs because it gives the vehicle a cumbersome look. Jeep managed to overcome this problem by covering the roof grids and reducing the sharpness of corners.

The old Jeep Wagoner has an external appearance which is slightly similar to the Jeep Commander. It’s amazing how the engineers blended the characteristics of the Jeep Wagoner with those of the Grand Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee inspired the development of the Jeep Commander. Features borrowed from the Grand Cherokee are not easily identifiable because of the stark difference in external appearance. They are more internal than external. This includes performance and power.

The engine power of the Jeep Commander is a matter of choice. Customers will be satisfied because they have to choose the type of engine they want. Customers should not expect a Formula-1 power engine. The Commander is made for rough and harsh terrains. Three types of engines are available for customers. These are the V6, and V8 engines. There is a V8 engine holding 3. 7 liters and a V8 engine holding 5. 7 liters. You simply have to choose between the two types of engines.

Families will love the Jeep Commander for two things. Its space and style. This is an ideal vehicle if you are travelling with kids and pets. It’s also good if you are carrying luggage. The Commander is a SUV that appeals to consumers. It is neither large nor too small. Just the right size. Most SUVs are too large for liking. If a SUV is too small, this will reduce space. The Commander comes with the right balance. Consumers will also like the comfort offered by the Commander. The second and third row seats of the Commander are well positioned for any human sitting height. The view from the windows is also impressive, if you are going for a tour.

Critics of the Jeep Commander are often unaware of its advantages. The Commander comes with a fair price lower than the latest SUVs. Most families are under a tight budget regime in this recession. The Commander presents an opportunity for saving costs. The debut of the Commander may have come late, but it was worth it. Jeep has been patient and able to pull off an economy vehicle from its production line. Few would have succeeded in making such a versatile SUV.

Spectators are waiting for the release of the next Commander. Jeep will be anxious to add new features to keep ahead of its competitors. The Jeep Commander 2007 model sports cool features in the form of platinum accents. This model is the Jeep Commander Overland. The Commander Overland looks like the Grand Cherokee. Platinum additions are visible on the side moulds; side roof railings, grilles and rear assist handling. Jeep also plans to introduce power lift gates for its Commander model. The Jeep Commander is one of the top vehicles searched by consumers on the internet.

Annual sales of the Jeep Commander have not been impressive. Jeep recorded a poor performance on its Commander model in February 2007. The Commander sales went down by 24%. However, the Commander was not the worst loser. The biggest loser was the Jeep Liberty which registered a 41% decline in sales. Slightly below the Commander is the Jeep Cherokee which declined by 22%. The Jeep brand had some face savers though. The Jeep Wrangler was the biggest winner with 63% increase in sales. Another winner, the Jeep Compass which made its debut in 2006 sold a promising 4, 071 units.

The Jeep Liberty is the newest compact crossover that is getting to attention of many SUV lovers- especially buyers that are looking for an off road vehicle. This model surpasses all others in its class with its great gas mileage and crash worthiness. Inspired by many European car models, the interior is breath taking and user friendly. Everything is just where it should be and where you’d expect it to be. The controls really make this car stand out.

* The Jeep Liberty has many trims available for you to choose from. You can choose from many different trims and options. You can pick the ones that you want to.

* Most models are 4 wheeled drive. This is the model that is most popular. It is maneuverable. It is also great with traction, good articulation, has good clearance because it was really built for off road.

o The transmissions are available are the 4 speed automatic, 5 speed automatic and 6 speed manual transmissions. The Jeep Liberty 2009 model eliminated the 6 speed manual transmission model. This was because of high gas prices and high mileage that 6 speeds get.

o All models come with an AM/FM stereo radio. You can also get Sirius satellite digital radio, CD player and GPS navigation in some models.

o There are many other options that you can choose from, including fog lamps, speed control, power sunroof, engine block heater, and rear cargo organizer, among many others.

* With a towing capacity of 5, 000 pounds, this V6 engine gets great gas mileage.

* It has a 19. 5 gallon gas tank.

o Gas mileage is reported to be 16 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. The gas tank is 19. 5 gallons.

o Safety is great on the Jeep Liberty. With antilock disc brakes, traction control, stability control and side curtain airbags that are all standard the Liberty was awarded a five star rating for impact crashworthiness.

o The cabin of the Jeep Liberty comes in gray. You can also pay more for leather and more padding. It is very spacious and has a lot of legroom in the back. Luggage space is 31. 5 cubic feet. If back seats are lowered than the space is 64. 6 cubic feet.

* The head lights that come with the Jeep Liberty are standard.

o There is standard remote keyless entry.

With such a sturdy vehicle- the Jeep Liberty was just really designed for off road travel. It comes with anti-roll bars, great shocks and better breaks. If you want all of the great options on the Jeep Liberty then the price is in the low 300’000′s. This is a great price for this SUV that you can take off road. For a vehicle that handles so well off road, you’d expect to pay much more!

This may be a smaller SUV but with soaring gas prices, these compact crossovers are really becoming popular. Many people know now that they can get the entire vehicle they need in a Jeep for a lower price and lower gas mileage. Add the fact that you can take it off road and people are hooked! While this vehicle has issues with handling on pavement, it does better than prior years.

History in the making is what the Jeep Cherokee accomplished throughout its reign. The classic sports utility vehicle was a compact vehicle making it one of the most popular on the market. A firm ride with a sporty side made this rugged vehicle appeal to a diverse group making it a legend in the making. The Cherokee was respected both on and off road due to its blacktop performance and unbeatable off road performance.

Twenty years in production resulted in a minimal amount of changes being made to the overall design of the Cherokee. The first generation of Jeep Cherokees began in 1984. The Cherokee was a modern version of the Wagoneer, offering all the characteristics of the Wagoneer but in a lighter, cheaper and off course sportier version.

Known for its classic body shape, the Cherokee was said to have the best SUV shape out there, inspiring other car manufactures to start developing hybrid versions of the sports utility vehicle. Remarkably, the Jeep Cherokee set the stage for the modern sports utility vehicle by quickly replacing regular cars.

A leader in four-wheel drive off road excursions, the Cherokee also was noted for its unique versatility as a utility vehicle. Anyone wanting to own a durable and sturdy vehicle could now do so. Offering a much more affordable price, the Cherokee quickly stole the hearts of both the outdoor group and the traditional consumers.

The Cherokee offered a lighter body style due to its unibody construction, instead of the body on frame construction. The Cherokee was also the first to exhibit the ladder boxed chassis and the first to offer ABS whether in two or four wheel drive. The Cherokee also offered a reduction in noise, vibration and harshness levels and met the low emissions vehicle standards.

Toledo Ohio and Beijing China were the center of manufacturing of the Cherokee. New horizons were reached with each new improvement made to the Cherokee. With each vehicle manufactured the Cherokee came closer and closer to being the most desirable vehicle on the market. The increased quality of this already smooth operating vehicle made the added safety, more comfort and new aerodynamic styling icing on the cake.

Nearly twenty years and two generations of manufacturing has given consumers a relatively inexpensive, reliable off and on road vehicle. Widely accepted by many, the quality of the Jeep Cherokee is what attracted so many purchasers. Sadly, the manufacturing of the Jeep Cherokee ceased when the new Jeep Liberty was introduced. However, to this day Cherokees can be found on many of our roads. The presence and history of the Jeep Cherokee will live on and on into the centuries.

Versatile and adaptable defined the Jeep Cherokee. A perfect family vehicle it was easily maneuverable in foul weather, powerful enough to tow most anything and roomy and comfortable enough for the family. Unmeasured in its outdoor ruggedness, the Jeep Cherokee pleased the off road enthusiast looking to explore the unchartered territories of the great outdoors. A smart vehicle, the Cherokee remains a legend.