2008 Jeep Commander Oil Type & Capacity
The 2008 Jeep Commander oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 3.7 K, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.7 K, RWD takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 4.7 N, 4WD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 4.7 N, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 4.7 N, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, 4.7 N, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, 4.7 N, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Limited, 5.7 2, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Overland, 4WD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Overland, RWD takes 5W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 3.7 K, AWD: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.7 K, RWD: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 4.7 N, 4WD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 4.7 N, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 4.7 N, RWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 4.7 N, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Limited, 4.7 N, RWD: 5W-20, 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
- Overland, 4WD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Overland, RWD: 5W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 3.7 K, AWD — 3.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Base, 3.7 K, RWD — 3.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Base, 4.7 N, 4WD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Base, 4.7 N, AWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Base, 4.7 N, RWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 4.7 N, AWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 4.7 N, RWD — 4.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 5.7 2, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Overland, 4WD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
| Overland, RWD — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Commander
2008 Jeep Commander factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
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 2008 Jeep Commander take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 3.7 K, AWD uses 5W-20; Base, 3.7 K, RWD uses 5W-20; Base, 4.7 N, 4WD uses 5W-20; Base, 4.7 N, AWD uses 5W-20; Base, 4.7 N, RWD uses 5W-20; Limited, 4.7 N, 4WD uses 5W-20; Limited, 4.7 N, AWD uses 5W-20; Limited, 4.7 N, RWD uses 5W-20; Limited, 5.7 2, 4WD uses 5W-20; Limited, 5.7 2, RWD uses 5W-20; Overland, 4WD uses 5W-20; Overland, RWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2008 Jeep Commander take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 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, AWD 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, AWD 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; Overland, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Overland, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2008 Jeep Commander?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2008 Jeep Commander. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.