Jeep Wrangler vs Jeep Commander

The Jeep Wrangler is all-new for the 2007 model year, and it sports a new name in Canada that aligns with the US after being known as the Jeep TJ until 2006. But it’s still the same hardcore off-roader that has become a part of pop culture over the decades. Even with the overhaul, the biggest news this year is the addition of a four-door model to the Wrangler lineup for the first time in the model’s storied history. A new engine joins the lineup as well, and other improvements have come in the form of new tech and updated chassis/suspension features.

The Wrangler is offered in three trim levels: Wrangler X, Sahara, and Rubicon. The four-door Unlimited configuration is offered in the same trims. A single engine powers the line: A 3.8-litre V6 that produces power specs of 198 horsepower and 232 pound-feet of torque. That’s an improvement on both power and torque from the previous generation. In Canada, four-wheel drive (4WD) and a six-speed manual are standard, but a four-speed automatic is available. A rear-wheel-drive (RWD) version is not offered in our market.

The Wrangler has no direct competitors in the automotive world, but buyers may shop it against the Toyota FJ Cruiser, the Nissan Xterra, the Toyota 4Runner, the Hummer H3, and the Nissan Pathfinder. It’s targeted at new car buyers who want a rugged, off-road-ready SUV with decent value and legendary name recognition.