Strong and Sporty Vehicle

The 2010 Commander from Jeep is one of the latest innovative vehicles in a venerated line of SUVs from the maker that actually invented the whole SUV concept. What makes it stand out as a great Jeep is that it is one of the few SUVs that takes both “sport” and “utility” seriously. It is not a glorified station wagon for the soccer mom and weekend Home Depot run set; instead it is a vehicle that is just as suited for off-road use as it is to cruise the nation’s highways when heading to that fishing spot or construction job on some remote dirt road in the mountains.

This Jeep has the classical, utilitarian appearance of the Jeeps of old, and it is therefore a classic illustration of the old adage “form follows function.” It is heavy on towing power and passenger capacity, but its design puts less emphasis on creature comforts. That is not to say that a ride to a challenging snowboarding peak in the winter will be uncomfortable, especially because the options available on the 2010 Commander include such comfort enhancers as the noted Chrysler uConnect multimedia system. It just means that passengers and driver alike will realize they are in a vehicle that will get them and their gear from the comfort of the city to the rockiest of rural roads safely. In fact, for people who either need an SUV for an outdoor-based business or who use an SUV to enjoy the great outdoors, the slightly rougher ride is a plus rather than a minus, as it gives a feel of reliability and confidence.

Where this model excels on the passenger compartment end is in terms of the amount of space available for passengers and equipment alike. It has three rows of seats, but the center section can be folded down in order to provide extra comfort or accommodate more gear when there are fewer passengers. Grocery hooks and a bin with a special three-way lid add to the versatility of the passenger and cargo compartment when it comes to storage.

Extra power is available with purchase of either the Sport or Limited trim packages. The 5.7 liter Hemi engine that is a standard part of the Limited package is optional with the Sport edition. Customers who are looking to get the most out of the capabilities of this Jeep as far as towing and off-road driving are concerned would be best off with the larger engine, although the standard 3.7 V6 does produce a more-than-respectable 210 horsepower and 235 foot-pounds of torque. The four-wheel drive option is also highly recommended for off-road and utility use.

Indeed, the 2010 Jeep Commander is a great Jeep, but it is not a typical SUV of today. Instead, it is the present heir to the original Jeep tradition of rugged vehicles that are meant to perform in tough off-road conditions. It is the choice for those who need a tough vehicle that lets them work in or enjoy the great outdoors.