2024 Jeep Compass vs. 2024 Mazda CX-50 Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Compass

2024 Jeep
Compass

MSRP*: $25,900 to $33,895
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Picture of the 2024 Mazda CX-50

2024 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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MPG - City 24 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.8 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 200 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 173.4 in 185.8 in
Exterior Width 73.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Jeep Compass offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-50, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Compass and the Mazda CX-50.

Convenience
The Mazda CX-50 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Jeep Compass, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Jeep Compass will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-50.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Compass is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-50, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Jeep Compass, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-50.

Handling
The Jeep Compass has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-50, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Jeep Compass will do just as well as the Mazda CX-50, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Jeep Compass has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-50.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Jeep Compass transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mazda CX-50.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Compass and the Mazda CX-50. The Jeep Compass has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-50.