Q: Need advice on buying a used Jeep for commuting

asked by on June 02, 2016

I am thinking of buying a used Jeep. I have read reviews about using it for commuting: some good, some bad. I know about their gas mileage, and I know the ride isn't luxurious and all of those negatives. My question is will the car hold up as a commuter with daily highway use? I would be commuting 30 miles one way. Someone at work has told me that they are built strictly for off-roading, and that the engine won't stand up to daily use. Is this a good car for commuting?

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