2006 Jeep Commander Oil Type & Capacity
The 2006 Jeep Commander oil type depends on the engine: the 65th Anniversary Edition, 3.7 K takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 3.7 K, AWD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 3.7 K, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 4.7 N, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 4.7 N, RWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 4.7 N, RWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 5.7 2, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 65th Anniversary Edition, 3.7 K: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, 4WD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.7 K, AWD: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.7 K, RWD: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 4.7 N, 4WD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 4.7 N, RWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 4.7 N, RWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 5.7 2, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65th Anniversary Edition, 3.7 K — 3.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, 4WD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, AWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 3.7 K, AWD — 3.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 3.7 K, RWD — 3.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4.7 N, 4WD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4.7 N, RWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 4.7 N, RWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Limited, 5.7 2, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
9.0 quarts (8.51 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2006 Jeep Commander take?
It depends on the engine: 65th Anniversary Edition, 3.7 K uses 5W-30; 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, 4WD uses 5W-30; 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, AWD uses 5W-30; Base, 3.7 K, AWD uses 5W-30; Base, 3.7 K, RWD uses 5W-30; Base, 4.7 N, 4WD uses 5W-30; Base, 4.7 N, RWD uses 5W-30; Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD uses 5W-30; Limited, 4.7 N, RWD uses 5W-30; Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD uses 5W-20; Limited, 5.7 2, RWD uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2006 Jeep Commander?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 65th Anniversary Edition, 3.7 K holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 65th Anniversary Edition, 4.7 N, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.7 K, AWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.7 K, RWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 4.7 N, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 4.7 N, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, 4.7 N, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Limited, 5.7 2, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2006 Jeep Commander?
Most 2006 Jeep Commander owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Jeep recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2006 Jeep Commander?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2006 Jeep Commander. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.