FCA is working on an all-new Jeep Commander and an
all-new Jeep Grand Commander for China. According to IAB’s latest findings,
both new SUVs will sell in at least two mechanical configurations.
The new Jeep SUV duo has evolved from the Jeep Yuntu
concept that was introduced at Auto Shanghai 2017. The 5-seat version is called
Jeep Commander and the 7-seat version is called the Jeep Grand Commander. Both
will sell in at least two mechanical configurations, one having a FWD
drivetrain layout and the other equipped with a 4WD system.
The next-gen Jeep Commander
and next-gen Jeep Grand Commander measure 4,873 mm in length, 1,892 mm in width
and 1,738 mm in height. Both have a 2,800 mm wheelbase and a 2.0-litre petrol
engine under the hood. The turbocharged mill offers a peak power of 230
hp in the FWD Commander/Grand Commander and 261 hp in the 4WD
Commander/Grand Commander.
All configurations have an automatic transmission,
possibly a 9-speed unit. The fuel consumption rating of the Jeep Commander and
Jeep Grand Commander is 8.3 L/100 km (FWD)/8.8 L/100 km (4WD) and 8.4 L/100 km
(FWD)/8.8 L/100 km (4WD).
The 2018 Jeep Commander and Grand Commander will
debut at Auto China 2018 (2018 Beijing Motor Show) in April. The GAC-FCA joint
venture company will sell the new SUVs in China.