When it comes to SUVs, you might feel a little overwhelmed with all the different options that are out there. It might make the process of researching different cars and finally settling on one a little too challenging. But to make things easier for you, we have narrowed the search down to two incredibly popular SUVs—the 2021 Mazda CX-5 and the 2021 Jeep Cherokee. Both the models have terrific performance features. Therefore, no matter what you drive home, you shall always be in a win-win situation. Having said that, one important thing to remember is that there are certain areas where one of these two SUVs might do better than the other. In that case, it might be wise to purchase the one that scores well. Read more to find out which SUV is the best for you and check our inventory for the new CX-5 at Bob Baker Mazda in Carlsbad, CA.
2021 Mazda CX-5 |
VS |
2021 Jeep Cherokee |
2.5-liter SKYACTIV®-G DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder, 2.5-liter SKYACTIV®-G Dynamic Pressure Turbo DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder |
Engine |
2.4-liter four-cylinder |
186 |
Power (in HP) |
180 |
186 |
Torque (in lb.-ft.) |
171 |
30.9 |
Cargo Space (in cubic feet) |
25.8 |
Both, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 and the 2021 Jeep Cherokee, are endowed with a hoard of features, as mentioned earlier. However, if you look at the comparison chart, you shall see that the Mazda wins more points over the Jeep Cherokee. The 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a more powerful engine and options for the same too when compared to the 2021 Jeep Cherokee. Plus, it produces 186 HP and 186 lb.-ft. of torque. The Jeep Cherokee, on the other hand, produces just 180 HP and 171 lb.-ft. of torque. The CX-5 also has more cargo space than the Jeep Cherokee, which means, if you aren’t much of a light traveler, the Mazda CX-5 might be a better choice for you.
Having said that, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 also has a suite of safety features that you might want to take note of. It includes Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Mazda Radar Cruise Control, Advanced Smart City Brake Support, Pedestrian Detection, and the like.
The CX-5, thus, comes across as an SUV that steals the show on all accounts. Interested in driving the 2021 Mazda CX-5? Visit our dealership to schedule a test drive.