The Commander hasn’t been crash tested by Euro NCAP, although it is related to the five-seat Grand Cherokee which received four stars – an average score when five stars is becoming the norm. All cars get electronic stability control, dual front and side curtain airbags, ABS, emergency brake assist, tyre pressure monitor and an anti-rollover device. Security is taken care of with remote central locking and an immobiliser.

The Commander isn’t quite as practical as its size would suggest. Although the tailgate opening is wide, it’s high off the ground, which makes loading heavy items difficult. With all seven seats in place, there’s not much room for luggage either. On the plus side, the seats fold down for extra space, but not totally flat into the floor. There’s a useful L-shaped storage bin behind the third row of seats but stowage in the front could be better with fairly shallow door pockets.