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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 01:40 PM
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i was at the dealer yesterday trading in my wifes pt cruiser for a jeep commander and i saw a 08 dak. IN my opinion they are not that great looking. the front looks like it is bloated compared to 3rd generation, kinda like a bubble. Anybody see one yet and does anybody own a Jeep Commander/ know anything about them. It has the 3.7l 6.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 02:28 PM
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I was looking at the 08 daks at the philly auto show yesterday. I wasn't impressed with the front end, like my 06 better, but I think the 300 hp and nicer interior more than make up for it!
 
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 02:28 PM
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The 08 is still 3rd gen.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 02:29 PM
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as for the commander, I really like them, but i would go for the 4.7, that is a heavy truck for a 3.7.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 03:29 PM
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I wouldnt get a commander! There just a charokee with an uncomfortable 3rd row of seats. I like the charokees way better. I dont even think the commanders have a solid axel front... If you look on petersons 4x4 online.... They have a very good review of the commander...
 
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 10:54 PM
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I have to agree with ya. I dont like the new body styling either. Definently to rounded for me!
 
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Old Feb 4, 2008 | 10:03 PM
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We have a Commander 3.7. It is my wife's. We love it! It is an awesome vehicle. The 3.7 has plenty of power for highway use. Ours is a 4 x 2. We got it loaded for about $26k.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2008 | 10:41 PM
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I don't understand why someone would buy a 2wd jeep.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2008 | 12:10 AM
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Are those the Jeeps that come in FWD?

Or, which one is that?

That's a waste and disgrace to the Jeep name.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2008 | 12:55 AM
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Are those the Jeeps that come in FWD?

Or, which one is that?

That's a waste and disgrace to the Jeep name.
Ummmm no that would be the Compass.

Does this look like a FWD vehicle to you? (Commander)


 
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