2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler

2024 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,995 to $91,545
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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 13 - 20 MPG 23 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 23 MPG 29 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 56.3 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 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 185.8 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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 Wrangler offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mazda CX-50. 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-50.

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-50, 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-50, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Wrangler is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-50, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Jeep Wrangler takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-50.

Handling
The Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-50 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-50.

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-50.

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-50. With the Jeep Wrangler, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-50.