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Jeep Compass vs Mazda CX-30

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

Vehicles

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2027 Jeep Compass

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2026 Mazda CX-30

Overview

SpecJeep CompassLatitudeMazda CX-302.5 S
Selected trimLatitude2.5 S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfour wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecJeep CompassLatitudeMazda CX-302.5 S
MSRP$29,990$26,375 (best)
Lowest listing price$17,516 (best)—
Median listing price$33,235 (best)—
Highest listing price$38,340 (best)—
For sale now37 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep CompassLatitudeMazda CX-302.5 S
Combined MPG26 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG23 MPG24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG31 MPG31 MPG
Fuel tank14 gal (best)12.7 gal

Performance

SpecJeep CompassLatitudeMazda CX-302.5 S
Horsepower200 hp (best)186 hp
Torque221 lb-ft (best)186 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep CompassLatitudeMazda CX-302.5 S
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—45.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,620 lbs3,395 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8 in
Wheelbase104 in104.4 in (best)
Length173 in173 in
Width74 in (best)70.7 in
Height65 in (best)61.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep CompassLatitudeMazda CX-302.5 S
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 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 CompassMazda CX-30
1

Latitude

$29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.5 S

$26,375 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Latitude Altitude

$29,990 MSRP

2.5 S Select Sport

$28,060 MSRP

3

Limited

$34,150 MSRP

2.5 S Preferred

$29,690 MSRP

4

Limited Altitude

$34,150 MSRP

2.5 S Aire Edition

$30,250 MSRP

5

Trailhawk

$34,650 MSRP

2.5 S Carbon Edition

$31,430 MSRP

6—

2.5 S Premium

$33,640 MSRP

7—

2.5 Turbo Aire Edition

$34,410 MSRP

8—

2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

$37,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Jeep Compass vs Mazda CX-30 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Compass vs 2026 Mazda CX-30 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 Compass or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda CX-30 starts lower at $26,375. Live Jeep Compass listings start at $17,516.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,375).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 leads on horsepower in this comparison (227).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Compass or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
The 2027 Jeep Compass leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Jeep Compass vs 2026 Mazda CX-30?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-30 (5/5 NHTSA overall).