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Dodge Durango Hybrid vs. Jeep Commander Review

How the Dodge Durango Hybrid stacks up against the Jeep Commander - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
Price: $45,040
2010 Jeep Commander
Price Range: $29,380 - $46,110
Dodge Durango Hybrid vs. Jeep Commander Review

Utility
The Dodge Durango Hybrid will most certainly prove more practical than the Commander for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Dodge Durango Hybrid is a better choice than the Commander as far as transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of luggage or large pets. The Jeep Commander outpulls the Dodge Durango Hybrid by a large margin.

Performance
With that kind of horsepower, both the Dodge Durango Hybrid and the Jeep Commander are genuine speedsters.

Dimensions
The Dodge Durango Hybrid is substantially more bulky than the Commander. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Durango Hybrid than the Jeep Commander because of its larger tank. The Commander and the Dodge Durango Hybrid compete for the same parking spaces. The Dodge's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Jeep Commander may give a sprier feel in daily traffic.

Convenience
You'll most definitely have to take the Jeep Commander for a fill-up more often than the Dodge Durango Hybrid because of its tank size and gas mileage.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Jeep to the dealership as the Dodge. The Dodge Durango Hybrid will save you money at the pump compared to the Commander. Regarding gas mileage, the Dodge Durango Hybrid is a little better than the Jeep Commander, but not by much. Regarding MSRP, the Dodge Durango Hybrid costs significantly more than the Jeep Commander.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Jeep and the Dodge Durango Hybrid most certainly handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Durango Hybrid's engine is significantly more sizeable than the Commander's. Keep in mind that bigger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. The Durango Hybrid packs quite a wallop compared to the Commander in terms of torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Jeep's front cabin compared to the Dodge Durango Hybrid. The Dodge is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Jeep.

Warranty
The Jeep Commander and the Durango Hybrid have the same basic after-sale protection.

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