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Jeep Cherokee vs Mazda CX-5

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Jeep Cherokee

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2026 Mazda CX-5

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Overview

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mazda CX-52.5 S
Selected trim4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)2.5 S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mazda CX-52.5 S
MSRP$35,000$29,990 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,997$200 (best)
Median listing price$34,938$34,889 (best)
Highest listing price$48,100$43,044 (best)
For sale now189307 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mazda CX-52.5 S
Combined MPG37 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)23 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal15.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mazda CX-52.5 S
Horsepower177 hp187 hp (best)
Torque221 lb-ft (best)186 lb-ft
Engine size1.6 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mazda CX-52.5 S
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.3 cu ft (best)66.5 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Payload850 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,295 lbs3,856 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8 in
Wheelbase113 in (best)110.8 in
Length188.1 in (best)184.6 in
Width74.7 in (best)73.2 in
Height67.5 in (best)66.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep Cherokee4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)Mazda CX-52.5 S
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimJeep CherokeeMazda CX-5
1

4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.5 S

$29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Laredo

$38,000 MSRP

2.5 S Select

$31,990 MSRP

3

Limited

$40,000 MSRP

2.5 S Preferred

$34,250 MSRP

4

Limited Altitude

$40,595 MSRP

2.5 S Premium

$36,900 MSRP

5

85th Anniversary Edition

$40,905 MSRP

2.5 S Premium Plus

$38,990 MSRP

6

Overland

$43,000 MSRP

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Jeep Cherokee vs Mazda CX-5 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mazda CX-5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Jeep Cherokee vs 2026 Mazda CX-5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mazda CX-5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda CX-5 starts lower at $29,990. Live Jeep Cherokee listings start at $6,997. Live Mazda CX-5 listings start at $200.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mazda CX-5?
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mazda CX-5?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mazda CX-5?
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (187).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Jeep Cherokee or 2026 Mazda CX-5?
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).