2018 Jeep Compass vs. 2018 Mazda CX-5
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Jeep Compass and 2018 Mazda CX-5 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Jeep Compass and the 2018 Mazda CX-5.
In comparing the 2018 Jeep Compass's and the 2018 Mazda CX-5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Jeep Compass has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and reliability. The 2018 Mazda CX-5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Jeep Compass's and the 2018 Mazda CX-5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 is a better car than the 2018 Jeep Compass.
Pricing: A used 2018 Jeep Compass ranges from $13,910 to $21,998 while a used 2018 Mazda CX-5 is priced between $15,799 to $23,999.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Jeep Compass loses 36.5 percent of its value and the 2018 Mazda CX-5 loses 36.2 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Mazda CX-5 retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Jeep Compass.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Compass is 8.0 out of 10 while the Mazda CX-5's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Compass being ranked 34 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Mazda CX-5 being ranked 28 out of 67.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Compass is 7.9 out of 10. For the Mazda CX-5 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Compass a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda CX-5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Jeep Compass’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the 2018 Mazda CX-5 base engine makes 187 horsepower. The Compass is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The CX-5 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. This gives the 2018 Mazda CX-5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Jeep Compass. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2018 Mazda CX-5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Jeep Compass, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Jeep Compass, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,095
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$20,788
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$18,290 - $26,600
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$24,370
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,550 - $27,895
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,942
Price Range:
$13,910 - $21,998
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$17,056
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$14,454 - $19,945
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,135
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
77,162
# Good or Great Deals:
540
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$19,960
Price Range:
$15,799 - $23,999
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$18,697
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$15,309 - $27,261
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
378
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74,773
# Good or Great Deals:
170
Jeep Compass Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mazda CX-5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Jeep Compass
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
6.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
4.8 - 8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
10.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Mazda CX-5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
4.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
3.8 - 7.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
23.9%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.9 - 11.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.9 - 13
Jeep Compass Rankings
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58 out of / 67Mazda CX-5 Rankings
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3 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 19Ranking
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20 out of / 59Ranking
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50 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Jeep Compass Trim Levels
Altitude, Latitude, Limited, Sport, Sun and Wheel Edition, Trailhawk
2018 Mazda CX-5 Trim Levels
Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
311 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 31 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
27.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
30.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3184 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
173 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3563 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
215/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Jazz Blue Pearl Coat / Laser Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Olive Green Pearl Coat
Orange
Spitfire Orange Clear Coat
Red
Redline Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
White Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black Mica
Blue
Eternal Blue Mica
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Soul Red Crystal Metallic
Silver
Sonic Silver Metallic
White
Snowflake White Pearl Mica
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Sandstorm
Interior Colors
Black
Black
