Jeep launched the mid-life facelift of the Commander, a seven-seater midsize SUV, with design adjustments and price cuts of up to R$20,000. The change comes after the model lost sales leadership to the Caoa Chery Tiggo 8 in 2024. The vehicle maintains a 1.3 turbo flex engine, now with 176 hp.
The Limited version, top of the flex range tested, starts at R$ 246,990, compared to R$ 257,990 previously.
- Reduction varies by configuration.
- Longitude drops R$ 11 thousand.
- Overland maintains exclusive items.
Dimensions and internal space highlight the model
The Commander measures 4.79 m in length, has axles of 2.79 m and weighs 1,675 kg. It surpasses the Tiggo 8 in terms of trunk: 661 liters with five seats and 233 liters with seven.
The second row runs and facilitates access to the third. Front seats are electrically adjustable for the driver. Steering wheel adjusts in height and depth.
Flex engine feels heavy during acceleration
The 1.3 turbo engine delivers 176 hp and 27.5 kgfm with ethanol or gasoline. Accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds. Six-speed automatic transmission works with Sport mode.
In the city, consumption recorded 6.5 km/l with ethanol. On the road, it reached 12.3 km/l. Inmetro shows 6.9 km/l city and 8.3 km/l highway with ethanol.
Resumptions require planning with full load. Noise invades the cabin at high revs.
Dynamics and comfort on long journeys
Front McPherson and rear multilink suspension filters out irregularities without bottoming out. Progressive electric steering conveys confidence in curves. Acoustic insulation controls wind and road noise.
Four-wheel disc brakes respond in a modulable way. Full-LED headlights shine brightly at night with automatic switching.
Limited version equipment
10.1-inch multimedia center offers wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 10.25-inch digital panel allows customization. Dual-zone air conditioning includes induction charger.
Safety features six airbags, collision warning with autonomous braking and blind spot monitoring. Missing 360° camera, exclusive to Overland at R$ 273,990.
Panoramic sunroof also only at the top. Electric passenger seat missing.
Trunk and everyday accessibility
Parking is easier with deactivatable front and rear sensors. 20.9 degree angle of attack prevents scraping on slopes. Third row accommodates children on short journeys.
Second row has independent air vents and USB-A and USB-C ports. Lack of ventilation in third gear compromises comfort in a R$250,000 car.