2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Review

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2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee

MSRP*: $38,035 to $62,560
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50

2025 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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MPG - City 19 MPG 23 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 29 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 70.8 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 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, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.5 in 185.8 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 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 Grand Cherokee offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-50, with comparable head- and legroom. The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-50, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Jeep Grand Cherokee requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-50, 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). The Jeep Grand Cherokee is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-50.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Grand Cherokee is much wider than the Mazda CX-50, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-50.

Handling
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-50, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-50 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Grand Cherokee greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-50.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Grand Cherokee does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels 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 Grand Cherokee and the Mazda CX-50. With the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-50.