Compare: Mazda CX-50 vs. Jeep Cherokee

Compare the 2023 Mazda CX-50 with the 2023 Jeep Cherokee

When you're shopping for your next vehicle, it can be overwhelming to sort through all your options. At Goodwin Mazda, we strive to help you bring home the model that best fits your driving needs. To help you make your next decision, we've compared the popular new Mazda CX-50 with the Jeep Cherokee.

Learn more about how these two popular SUVs compare before exploring our selection of new Mazda models for sale in Brunswick, ME today.

Compare Mazda CX-50 SUV to Jeep Cherokee

Power and Performance

Whether tackling your daily Freeport drives or navigating a long road trip, these SUVs are both up for the task. However, the Mazda CX-50 offers a sportier driving experience with powerful engine options, offering up to 310 pound-feet of torque. Although the Jeep Cherokee includes eye-catching performance features, you may not find the same athletic handling. Both options offer all the towing capacity you'll need to hitch a trailer and bring along your kayaks, ATVs, and more.

Mazda CX-50 Performance Specs

  • Standard Engine: 187-horsepower SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 DOHC
  • Available Engine: 227-horsepower SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 with Twin Turbo
  • Drivetrain: Standard i-ACTIV AWD®
  • EPA-Estimated Fuel Efficiency: 23 mpg city / 29 mph highway
  • Maximum Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds

Jeep Cherokee Performance Specs

  • Standard Engine: 180-horsepower 2.4-liter inline-four
  • Available Engine: 270-horsepower 2.0-liter inline-four
  • Drivetrain: Standard all-wheel drive
  • EPA-Estimated Fuel Efficiency: 21 mpg / 29 mpg
  • Maximum Towing Capacity: 4,000 pounds

Interior Accommodations

On the inside, the Mazda CX-50 features a premium cabin without the luxury price tag. You'll have access to high-quality materials and comfort-driven amenities throughout the lineup. While the Jeep Cherokee offers a comfortable driving experience, you can expect to find a longer list of standard features when you bring home the Mazda model.

Mazda CX-50 Trims

  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Select
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Premium
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Premium Plus
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition
  • Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium
  • Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus

Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels

  • Jeep Cherokee Altitude Lux
  • Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk®

Infotainment Technology

Whether navigating your Portland commute or trekking across state lines on a road trip, these SUVs help you stay connected every step of the way. The Mazda CX-50 includes a center infotainment display equipped with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. However, this smartphone connectivity is only an optional feature on the Jeep Cherokee. Other exciting features on the menu include an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot.

Safety Features

Wherever life takes you, both these SUVs help keep you and your passengers safe on the roads ahead. Drivers will enjoy convenient access to advanced driver-assistance technology for additional peace of mind in any situation. While the Jeep Cherokee includes a wide variety of features, the Mazda CX-50 includes a few more standard systems, including a Cross-Traffic Alert and integrated turn signal mirrors.

Dimensions

Mazda CX-50 Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (front/rear): 39 / 38.6 inches
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 55.9 / 53.6 inches
  • Hip Room (front/rear): 53.6 / 52.1 inches
  • Legroom (front/rear): 41.7 / 39.8 inches
  • Cargo Volume (rear seatback up/down): 31.4 / 56.3 cubic feet

Mazda CX-50 Exterior Dimensions

  • Wheelbase: 110.8 inches
  • Length (with license plate holder): 185.8 inches
  • Width (mirrors folded): 72.9 inches
  • Height (without roof rails): 63.5 inches
  • Minimum Ground Clearance: 8.3 inches

Jeep Cherokee Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (front/rear): 39.4 / 38.5 inches
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 57.6 / 55.1 inches
  • Legroom (front/rear): 41.1 / 40.3 inches
  • Maximum Cargo Volume: 54.7 cubic feet

Jeep Cherokee Exterior Dimensions

  • Wheelbase: 106.6 inches
  • Length: 183.1 inches
  • Width: 73.2 inches
  • Height: 66.2 inches
  • Minimum Ground Clearance: 8.7 inches

Learn More at Goodwin Mazda Today

If you're interested in learning more about everything the Mazda CX-50 includes, we invite you to visit our Mazda dealership near Wiscasset today. As you explore our inventory, our friendly sales team will be standing by to provide you with more information and get you behind the wheel for a test drive. You can start the process today with our online finance application.