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Jeep Cherokee vs. Mazda CX-5
At a Glance: Cherokee vs. CX-5
Are you ready to take on the streets of New City, Nanuet, or Pearl River, NY? If you spend a lot of time behind the wheel, it’s important that you find the right SUV to take on the job. Many area drivers have been interested in the Jeep Cherokee and the Mazda CX-5.
If these fully capable motor vehicles have been on your radar as well, you’re going to want to look at the following comparison. We at Rockland CDJR have placed the Cherokee and the CX-5 side by side to show how they stand up to one another. Continue reading to find out which one comes out on top.
MAX HORSEPOWER
270 HP | 256 HP
Cherokee vs CX-5
STANDARD SPEAKERS
6 | 4
Cherokee vs CX-5
HEATED SEATS
Standard | Available
Cherokee vs CX-5
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Select a category below to learn more about how the Jeep Cherokee compares to the Mazda CX-5.
PERFORMANCE
If you’re on the hunt for an SUV that can hold its own no matter the challenges you encounter on the road, you’re right to have your eye on the Cherokee and the CX-5. Whether you’re going on a long trip or just making the commute to work, you’ll love the power options with either model.
Pure Power
Let’s start with Jeep, a brand known for off-roading and performance capabilities. The Cherokee provides three options for the piece of machinery under the hood. Standardly, you’ll find the 2.4L Tigershark® Multiair® 2 4-cylinder engine that’s capable of supplying 180 horsepower.
If you want to upgrade, the 2.0L Turbo engine is available with up to 270 horsepower. While the Mazda CX-5 offers two engine options, the best output you can achieve is 256 horsepower.
Towing Capacity
Power output is just one measure of performance. If we dig deeper, it’s clear that the Cherokee wins out in other aspects as well. For instance, you can expect a towing capacity of up to 4,000 pounds with the Cherokee.
While the CX-5 puts up a good fight, it only achieves a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds. While you’ll still be able to tow certain things, you may have to be pickier about what you load up.
INTERIOR
A big benefit when it comes to owning any SUV is having a spacious interior. The Jeep Cherokee and the Mazda CX-5 were built to provide you and your family with enough space to have a comfortable ride, regardless of where you’re sitting in the cabin.
Enhanced Amenities
Starting out, the Cherokee and the CX-5 have similar interior features to offer. For instance, these features can be found with either vehicle:
- Heated front seats
- 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control
However, only the Jeep Cherokee comes standard with these features. All three features are only available on higher trims of the Mazda CX-5.
More Interior Space
You and your passengers will also find more than enough space to stretch out and relax in these compact SUVs. However, the Cherokee once again surpasses the CX-5. Just take these numbers as an example:
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| Front/Rear Legroom | 41.1 / 40.3 inches | 41 / 39.6 inches |
| Front/Rear Shoulder Room | 57.6 / 55.1 inches | 57.1 / 54.8 inches |
TECHNOLOGY
Think back on your last drive. Which features did you use? Other than the performance features, you’re likely to use on-board technologies fairly often. Whether that comes in the form of turning up the music or benefiting from advanced safety, both the Cherokee and the CX-5 have impressive technology.
Easy Connectivity
One of the first things you’re sure to notice when getting into a car is the technology inside it. Lucky for you, the Cherokee and the CX-5 have some incredible features to enhance your ride. Both SUVs come standard with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®. They both also have the capability to add a Wi-Fi Hotspot.
However, the Jeep Cherokee also has a standard 6-speaker sound system and Jeep Skill for Amazon Alexa. This will let you start your car from the comfort of your home as well as check things like the fuel level. While the Mazda CX-5 has the capability for six speakers, it only has a standard 4-speaker system.
Staying Safe
When you take technology into account, you’ll also benefit from advanced driver-assistance features. The Cherokee and the CX-5 have very similar features on their standard trims. Here are just a few you’ll have with either ride:
- Blind Spot and Cross Path Detection
- Lane Departure Warning
- Adaptive Cruise Control
However, only the Jeep Cherokee comes standard with Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist with Full Stop. While the CX-5 offers front and rear parking sensors, they don’t come standard.
The Verdict
As you can see, the Cherokee uses its commanding engine capabilities, spacious cabin, and full-bodied entertainment possibilities to outshine the CX-5. If what you’ve learned about the Jeep Cherokee has you interested in experiencing it firsthand, it’s time for you to take it for a spin on those New City, Nanuet, or Pearl River, NY, streets.
Contact Rockland CDJR today to take the Jeep Cherokee out for a test drive.
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