Download Print Jeep® Brand at the 77th International Motor Show in Geneva Overland Model Takes Jeep® Commander to a New, More Refined Level Outside North America New range-topping Jeep® Commander Overland model delivers more premium features and refinement Commander Overland embodies the ultimate expression of Jeep “Classic” design, inside and out Auburn Hills, Mich. February 19, 2007 - The Jeep® Commander lineup outside North America gets a new range-topping addition in 2007. The Commander Overland model, with premium interior and platinum-accented exterior, takes the Commander to new heights. The Overland model is one of many new vehicles contributing to the ongoing Jeep product offensive, and it makes its European premiere today at the 77th International Motor Show in Geneva. All-new Interior Provides Next-generation Sophistication The interior of the Jeep Commander Overland delivers an up-market ambience, with enhanced trim materials including: A leather-wrapped steering wheel with Vavona Burl wood rim insert Vavona Burl wood trim on upper instrument panel, front door switch bezels and centre floor console bezel Real wood inlay on lower centre stack bezel Leather-trimmed centre armrest, door grab handles and gear shifter Two-tone seats with Preferred Suede Microfiber and leather trim are embroidered with an Overland logo on the front seatbacks. Available colours include Dark Slate Gray and Dark Khaki with contrasting Light Graystone. Additional interior features include front and rear berber floor mats and a cargo net. Fresh Interpretation of Classic Exterior Styling The stylish exterior of the Jeep Commander Overland model is an inspired adaptation of the signature Jeep design heritage — including platinum accents round the vehicle: Honeycomb mesh front grille and lower front fascia Bodyside mouldings Roof rack side rails Rear tailgate badge and license plate brow Jeep Commander Overland rides on 18-inch, seven-spoke machine-faced aluminium wheels with all-season performance tyres. “Jeep Commander is the first seven-passenger 4x4 that is as capable as it is distinctive. It is also the only SUV in its class to offer two V-8 petrol engines, as well as a class-leading diesel V-6,” said Thomas Hausch, Executive Director – International Sales and Marketing, Chrysler Group. “Now with the understated luxury of the new range-topping Overland model, Jeep Commander becomes the ultimate expression of Jeep ‘Classic’ design and an even more compelling package for customers in Europe and other international markets.” Produced to Meet Global Demand The Overland model is available with the same 5.7-litre HEMI® V-8 petrol and 3.0-litre V-6 turbo diesel engines and Quadra-Drive II® 4x4 system as on the Jeep Commander Limited. The new Commander Overland is built for Europe at the Magna Steyr manufacturing facility in Graz, Austria, and will be available in select markets outside North America in the second quarter of 2007. Jeep Brand The Jeep brand’s 65-year history of legendary capability has made it synonymous with freedom, adventure, mastery and authenticity. Today, the Jeep brand continues to deliver on its promise to provide versatile, innovative four-wheel-drive vehicles. By the end of 2007, the Jeep brand lineup will include Jeep Commander, Grand Cherokee, Cherokee (Liberty in North America) and Wrangler, plus the all-new Compass, Patriot and the four-door Wrangler Unlimited. All of these vehicles will include diesel and petrol powertrain options. Jeep brand vehicle sales outside North America in 2006 totalled 85,591 units, an increase of 2 per cent as compared with 2005. Jeep Grand Cherokee was the highest volume vehicle outside North America in 2006 with 39,208 units sold. Globally, the Jeep brand sold 595,080 units in 2006. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The information shown is based on data available at the time of publication (Feb. 20, 2007) and is subject to change without notice. Specifications are valid for Europe and may vary in other markets. General Information Body Style: Five-door sport-utility vehicle Assembly Plant: Graz, Austria (Magna Steyr) Engines 5.7-litre HEMI V-8 Petrol Availability: Standard for Overland model Type and Description: Eight-cylinder, V-type, 90-degree — with cylinder deactivation through the Multi-displacement System (MDS) Displacement: 5.7 litres (5654cc / 345 cu. in.) Bore x Stroke: 99.5 x 90.9mm (3.92 x 3.58 in.) Compression Ratio: 9.5:1 Maximum Power: 240 kW (326 hp DIN) @ 5000 rpm Maximum Torque: 500 Nm (369 lb.-ft.) @ 4000 rpm Emission class: Euro 4 3.0-litre V-6 Turbo Diesel Availability: Optional for Overland model Type and Description: Common-rail high-pressure direct injection, six-cylinder, V-type, 72-degree Displacement: 3 litres (2987cc /182.3 cu. in.) Bore x Stroke: 83 x 92mm (3.27 x 3.62 in.) Compression Ratio: 18:1 Maximum Power: 160 kW (218 hp DIN) @ 4000 rpm / 155 kW (211 hp DIN) @ 4000 rpm (for Belgium & other EU upon request) Maximum Torque: 510 Nm (376 lb.-ft.) @ 1600-2400 rpm Emission Class: Euro 4 Transmissions Five-speed Automatic Availability: Standard with 5.7-litre HEMI engine Description: 5-45RFE: Five-speed, electronically controlled torque, Electronic Range Select (ERS) Five-speed Automatic Availability: Standard with 3.0 CRD engine Description: W5A580: Five-speed, electronically controlled torque, Electronic Range Select (ERS) Drivetrain Transfer Case: NV245: Active full-time four-wheel drive with electronically controlled clutch pack Torque Split: Variable up to 100 per cent with 48/52 front/rear default split Axles: Front: DAP 200mm; rear: DAP 213mm Quadra-Drive II 4x4 System Type: Active full-time system with two speeds and neutral, electronically controlled clutch pack coupling in centre of differential with industry-exclusive front and rear Electronic Limited Slip Differentials (ELSD) Operating Ranges: 4WD on demand, 4WD Low Low Range Ratio: 2.72:1 Chassis and Running Gear Front Suspension: Short/long arm (SLA) independent configuration with gas charged twin-tube coil-over shock absorbers, stabiliser bar Rear Suspension: Live solid axle and five-link suspension (twin upper and lower trailing tubular linking arms plus lateral track bar, coil springs, twin monotube shock absorbers, coil springs, stabiliser bars) Steering Type: Rack-and-pinion with hydraulic power assist Wheels and Tyres: 18 x 7.5 in. with P245/60R18 all-season performance tyres Brakes: Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, TCS, ESP Dimensions and Accommodations Dimensions are in millimetres (inches) unless otherwise noted. Overall Length: 4787 (188.5) Overall Width: 1899 (74.8) without mirrors Overall Height: 1919 (75.5) with roof rack and cross bar Wheelbase: 2780 (109.4) Track, Front: 1590 (62.6) Track, Rear: 1590 (62.6) Seating Capacity: Two front, three middle, two rear Cargo Compartment Volume: 212 litres (7.5 cu. ft.) with third row seats upright, 1028 litres (36.3 cu. ft.) with third row folded