Mazda CX-5 vs. Jeep Wrangler

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda CX-5 and Jeep Wrangler 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 Mazda CX-5 and the Jeep Wrangler.

In comparing the Mazda CX-5's and the Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Mazda CX-5 and Jeep Wrangler have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-5's and the Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler is a better car than the Mazda CX-5.

Pricing: A used 2025 Mazda CX-5 ranges from $25,750 to $37,887 while a used 2025 Jeep Wrangler is priced between $31,880 to $69,999. For a new model, the Mazda CX-5's price is between $31,061 and $41,347, with the Jeep Wrangler priced between $35,685 and $71,864.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda CX-5 loses 42.4 percent of its value and the Jeep Wrangler loses 35.6 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wrangler retains 6.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda CX-5.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda CX-5 and Jeep Wrangler is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Mazda CX-5 being ranked 6 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 8 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda CX-5 is 8.1 out of 10. For the Jeep Wrangler the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda CX-5.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda CX-5’s base engine makes 187 horsepower, and the Jeep Wrangler base engine makes 285 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Wrangler, a midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Mazda CX-5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: The Mazda CX-5 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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Model & Pricing
Mazda CX-5
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

31061 - 41347

Starting MSRP:

29050

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

28836

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

24135 - 30995

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

35685 - 71864

Starting MSRP:

32095

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

38382

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

31990 - 43000

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

30175

Price Range:

25750 - 37887

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

32106

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

28107 - 36583

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

48693

Price Range:

31880 - 69999

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

45804

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

36966 - 59949

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

12425

Depreciation %:

0.42771385

Resale Value $:

16625

Residual Value %:

0.57228615

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

0.43208374

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

0.30791758 - 0.51647538

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

11575

Depreciation %:

0.36064429

Resale Value $:

20520

Residual Value %:

0.63935571

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.48432299

Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.30530799 - 0.56163117

Mazda CX-5 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

Not available



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda CX-5

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

15.7

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

11.3

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.6 - 15.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.263

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Wrangler

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

16.6

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.9

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.7 - 16.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.103



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.5563369845389827

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.6 - 16.1

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2016226315772536

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.5 - 39.2

Mazda CX-5 Rankings

Best Small SUVs for the Money

1 / 18

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

1 / 12

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

2 / 54

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

2 / 20

Most Reliable Small SUVs

2 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

4 / 66

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

4 / 12

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

6 / 20

Best Family Small SUVs

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs

6 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

7 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

9 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

10 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

10 / 18

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

12 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

12 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

13 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs

15 / 66

Best Family Crossover SUVs

15 / 66

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

15 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

16 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

17 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

21 / 54

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

27 / 66

Safest Crossover SUVs

32 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

33 / 66

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

38 / 66

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

38 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

40 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

44 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

46 / 66

Jeep Wrangler Rankings

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

1 / 26

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

1 / 13

Best Manual Transmission Midsize SUVs

1 / 3

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

2 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

3 / 31

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

3 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

4 / 31

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

4 / 31

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

4 / 26

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

4 / 13

Best Midsize SUVs

8 / 31

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

9 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

12 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

21 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

23 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

25 / 31

Summary Review

The Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover with seating for five and a reputation as a favorite for drivers. The current Mazda CX-5 was redesigned for the 2017 model year, with new models costing an average of $32,211 and recent models averaging $23,771.

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Summary Review

The Jeep Wrangler is a compact SUV with off-road prowess few vehicles can match. The current Wrangler was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $41,959 and 3-year-old models averaging $34,489.

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Pros and Cons

  • Dynamic driving experience
  • Near-luxury interior design and materials
  • Available 250-hp turbo engine on newer models

  • No hybrid available
  • Fuel economy lags class leaders
  • Non-turbo models could use more power

Pros and Cons

  • Exceptional off-road capability
  • Intuitive infotainment system
  • Powerful engine options

  • Pricing climbs quickly with higher trims and options
  • Fuel economy isn’t great
  • Lots of road and wind noise

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Mazda CX-5 Trim Levels

2.5 Carbon Turbo, 2.5 S, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Premium Plus, 2.5 S Select, 2.5 Turbo Premium, 2.5 Turbo Signature

Jeep Wrangler Trim Levels

Rubicon, Rubicon 392 Final Edition, Rubicon X, Sahara, Sport, Sport RHD, Sport S, Willys

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

187 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.051 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

285 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.071 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


17 / 23 / 19

Range (city/hwy):

298 / 403 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

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:

30.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

59.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

134.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

41.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Cargo Space:

31.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

72.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

150.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3679 lbs

Width:

83.3 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

180.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.6 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4012 lbs

Width:

73.9 inches

Height:

73.6 inches

Length:

166.8 inches

Wheelbase:

96.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.7 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P225/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted steel

Tire Size:

P245/75R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Jet Black Mica

Blue

Deep Crystal Blue Mica

Gray

Platinum Quartz Metallic

White

Rhodium White Metallic

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Red

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Clear Coat

Blue

Fathom Blue Pearl Coat / Hydro Blue Pearl Coat

Gray

Anvil Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Green

'41 / Mojito! Clear Coat

Orange

Joose

Red

Firecracker Red Clear Coat

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Interior Colors

Black

Black

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