Jeep $20,000 - $30,000
2008 Jeep Commander
#9 in Affordable Large SUVs
The Commander delivers solid off road performance, but can't match the on-road capabilities and gas mileage of others in its class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Jeep Commander
The Commander delivers solid off-road performance, but can't match the on-road capabilities and gas mileage of others in its class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Jeep Compass
#22 in Affordable Compact SUVs
The Compass offers car-like handling at an affordable price. However, it lacks the higher quality craftsmanship, sporty performance and off-road abilities of its competitors and falls in the bottom half of its large class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.8 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Exterior: | 6.4 |
| Interior: | 6.0 |
| Safety: | 8.8 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
2007 Jeep Compass
The all-new Compass offers a great price tag as an entry-level crossover, but if you're willing to pay a little extra, you can find higher quality craftsmanship and sportier performance elsewhere. If you are in ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.6 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Exterior: | 6.4 |
| Interior: | 6.0 |
| Safety: | 8.3 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
#10 in Affordable Midsize SUVs
The Grand Cherokee offers excellent off-road capabilities and a better-equipped, more refined interior than the previous model -- but still can't match the rear seat comfort or cargo capacity of others in its class. Regardless, ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.1 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
While the Grand Cherokee is an attractive SUV with great off-road capabilities, it is hampered by an uncomfortable rear seat and questionable value. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize SUV, you should ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 8.5 |
| Exterior: | 8.1 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.1 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2008 Jeep Liberty
#19 in Affordable Compact SUVs
The redesigned Liberty offers excellent off-road capabilities, a smoother on-road ride than last year's model and a more aggressive-looking package. However, it receives a ranking in the bottom half of its class because it still ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 6.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.1 |
| Interior: | 7.1 |
| Safety: | 8.4 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Jeep Liberty
The Liberty delivers off-road performance, top-notch towing and pioneering design, but can't match the on-road performance or comfort of others in its class. If you're in the market for an affordable compact SUV, you should ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 6.7 |
| Safety: | 7.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Jeep Patriot
#20 in Affordable Compact SUVs
The Patriot is an inexpensive and roomy SUV with good off-road capabilities and classic Jeep styling. However, it still can't match the quality interiors and rear seat comfort of rivals and ranks near the bottom ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.9 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 6.7 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Jeep Patriot
The Patriot is an inexpensive and attractive SUV, but it can't match the interior quality or engine power of others in its class. If you're in the market for an affordable compact SUV, you should ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.8 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 6.6 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2008 Jeep Wrangler
#17 in Affordable Compact SUVs
The 2008 Jeep Wrangler offers superior off-road capabilities in a rugged package. However, it sacrifices on-road handling and comfort, which lands it in the bottom half of its large class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 6.1 |
| Safety: | 8.3 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Jeep Wrangler
The Wrangler offers incredibly capable off-road performance, but compromises on-road handling and comfort in order to maximize off-road prowess. If you're in the market for an affordable compact SUV and want to stand out with ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.2 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 6.1 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |












