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Jeep Cherokee vs Mazda Tribute

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

Vehicles

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2027 Jeep Cherokee

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2011 Mazda Tribute

Overview

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseMazda Tributei Sport
Selected trimBasei Sport
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20272011

Pricing & market

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseMazda Tributei Sport
MSRP$35,130$20,555 (best)
Lowest listing price$15,995 (best)—
Median listing price$37,295 (best)—
Highest listing price$43,810 (best)—
For sale now17 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseMazda Tributei Sport
Combined MPG37 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG39 MPG (best)23 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal17.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseMazda Tributei Sport
Horsepower177 hp (best)171 hp
Torque221 lb-ft (best)171 lb-ft
Engine size1.6 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseMazda Tributei Sport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume68.3 cu ft (best)67.2 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Payload850 lbs1,048 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,295 lbs3,272 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase113 in (best)103.1 in
Length188.1 in (best)174.9 in
Width74.7 in (best)71.1 in
Height67.5 in67.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep CherokeeBaseMazda Tributei Sport
NHTSA overall—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—2 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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 Tribute
1

Base

$35,130 MSRP(Currently comparing)

i Sport

$20,555 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Laredo

$38,130 MSRP

i Sport

$22,595 MSRP

3

Limited

$40,130 MSRP

i Sport

$24,350 MSRP

4

Limited Altitude

$40,725 MSRP

i Touring

$23,740 MSRP

5

Trailhawk

$42,630 MSRP

i Touring

$25,495 MSRP

6

Overland

$43,130 MSRP

i Grand Touring

$25,700 MSRP

7—

i Grand Touring

$27,455 MSRP

8—

s Grand Touring

$27,315 MSRP

9—

s Grand Touring

$29,065 MSRP

Live inventory

Jeep Cherokee vs Mazda Tribute FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2011 Mazda Tribute?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Cherokee vs 2011 Mazda Tribute on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2011 Mazda Tribute?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Mazda Tribute starts lower at $20,555. Live Jeep Cherokee listings start at $15,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2011 Mazda Tribute?
The 2011 Mazda Tribute leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,555).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2011 Mazda Tribute?
The 2027 Jeep Cherokee leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2011 Mazda Tribute?
The 2011 Mazda Tribute leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Cherokee or 2011 Mazda Tribute?
The 2027 Jeep Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Jeep Cherokee vs 2011 Mazda Tribute?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda Tribute (3/5 NHTSA overall).