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Off-Road Performance

You can expect to Go Anywhere, Do Anything™ in a Jeep® vehicle thanks to over 67 years of tried and true off-road craftsmanship. Commander has two available Trail Rated® 4WD systems, in addition to the standard two-wheel-drive system.

There are three capable 4WD systems to choose from: Quadra-Drive® II, Quadra-Trac II® and Quadra-Trac I®.

Front and rear Electronic Limited-Slip Differentials (ELSDs) in Quadra-Drive® II team up with the NV245 active transfer case and its electronically controlled clutch pack for awesome traction management.

You'll also find a skid plate group, telescoping rear driveshaft that adjusts for small changes during normal suspension travel and a newly located gas tank that allows the tire to be mounted under the vehicle for added versatility.

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  • Skid Plates

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      Skid plates protect your investment from off-road rocks and on-road debris. Front suspension and drivetrain plates are constructed of 3-mm-thick stamped steel. The front suspension skid plate protects the front axle, steering gear and engine oil pan; a transfer case skid plate protects the transfer case and the fuel tank skid plate enhances the performance of the fuel tank brush guard.

  • Electronic Limited-Slip Differentials (ELSDs)

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      The industry-exclusive ELSD units work in tandem with the Quadra-Drive® II 4WD transfer case to automatically send up to 100% of available torque to any wheel, front or rear, to help maintain control and traction. On 4WD systems without ELSD a Brake Traction Control system automatically transfers torque from one wheel to another on the same axle when wheel slip conditions are detected.

  • Axles

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      The front ring gear on the 4x4 models measures 7.9 inches. The rear axle remains solid with an 8.3-inch ring gear.

  • Driveshaft

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      Commander’s telescoping rear driveshaft adjusts for small changes during normal suspension travel. The slip-in-tube technology offers added driveline flexibility over off-road terrains and in a variety of acceleration and braking conditions.

  • Angles

    Added Jeep® capability is evident from Commander's 8.3-inches of ground clearance, 34-degree approach angle, 20-degree breakover angle and 27-degree departure angle.

  • Mopar® Rock Rails

    Mopar® tubular rock rails are constructed of heavy gauge steel tubing to take on the toughest trails. These rock rails are fully functional and provide added lower body-side protection when off-roading. Side rails have passed stringent corrosion and appearance testing for long life. For more on this Jeep® accessory by Mopar® visit mopar.com.

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