2008 Jeep Commander Sport 2WD
All photo credits
- Photo: 2007 Jeep Commander Limited CRD Automatic 3.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Jeep Commander Sport in Black, Front Right, 04-05-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jeep Grand Commander 01 by Jengtingchen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Jeep Commander (2) by Mateusmatsuda, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Jeep Commander Limited CRD Automatic 3.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2008 Jeep Commander Sport 2WD is a 330-hp 5.7-liter V8 with an automatic 5-speed and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $27,415 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.
It makes 330 horsepower and 370 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).
The Commander measures 188.5 inches long on a 109.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,649 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $27,415 ($41,384 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $28,110 ($42,433 *) |
| Destination Charge | $695 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.7L HEMI V8 |
| Displacement | 5.7 L |
| Horsepower | 330 hp |
| Torque | 370 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 16-valve |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 5-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 13 MPG |
| Highway | 19 MPG |
| Combined | 15 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 21.1 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17-in. |
| Tires Front | P245/65R17 |
| Tires Rear | P245/65R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 188.5 in |
| Width | 75 in |
| Height | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.5 in |
| Front Track | 62.6 in |
| Rear Track | 62.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,649 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2008 Jeep Commander Sport 2WD with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (27.9 % risk) |
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Jeep COMMANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 17, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the ignition key (FOBIK) may not return to the "ON" position after being rotated to the "START" position, instead sticking between the two positions. Potentially, while the vehicle is being driven, the ignition may inadvertently move through the "RUN" position to the "ACCESSORY" or "OFF" ignition position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.
NHTSA campaign 14V567000
May 7, 2013 · POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
NHTSA campaign 13V175000
Jun 19, 2009 · SUSPENSION
ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF CLAMPING FORCE FOR THE BOTTOM STRUT FORK.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF EFFECTIVE LIFT AND LOWERING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY CREATING THE DRIVER TO PANIC WHICH COULD POSSIBLY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: ROCK KRAWLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15. 2008. ALL THE AFFECTED UNTITS HAVE BEEN REMEDIED. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROCK KRAWLER AT 1-518-270-9822.
NHTSA campaign 09E039000
Feb 6, 2008 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 1,338 MY 2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE AND COMMANDER VEHICLES. THE FRONT CONTROL MODULE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING OR NOT TO START AND/OR CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. ENGINE STALLING OR INOPERATIVE WIPERS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MODULE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 08V059000
Sep 12, 2007 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS IN A CERTAIN LOT MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED FROM GRAY IRON INSTEAD OF DUCTILE IRON AS DESIGNED AND COULD FRACTURE WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence: THIS WOULD INCREASE THE VEHICLE'S STOPPING DISTANCE AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS TO SEE IF THEY FALL INTO THIS LOT AND, IF SO, WILL REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 07V415000
437 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Jeep COMMANDER
Owner Complaints
437 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Jeep COMMANDER (16 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 269 |
| Engine | 82 |
| Power Train | 44 |
| Air Bags | 31 |
| Visibility | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 JEEP COMMANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.