2025 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2025 Mazda CX-5 Review

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2025 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $32,095 to $99,995
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda
CX-5

MSRP*: $28,770 to $40,800
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MPG - City 13 - 20 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 23 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 58.1 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 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, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 180.1 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 in
Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 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 Wrangler offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-5, with comparable head- and legroom. The Jeep Wrangler will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-5.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Wrangler as you will with the Mazda CX-5, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Jeep Wrangler will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-5, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Jeep Wrangler is a little wider than the Mazda CX-5, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Wrangler, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-5.

Handling
The Jeep Wrangler has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Wrangler is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-5 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-5.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Wrangler does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-5.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler and the Mazda CX-5. The Jeep Wrangler has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-5.