Compare 2021 Jeep Cherokee vs 2021 Mazda CX-5
Compare 2021 Jeep Cherokee vs 2021 Mazda CX-5

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2021 Jeep Cherokee |
vs. |
2021 Mazda CX-5 |
| 2.4L 4cyl |
Engine |
2.5L 4cyl |
| 180 HP |
Horsepower |
187 HP |
| 22 city / 31 hwy* |
Fuel Economy |
25 city / 31 hwy* |
Serving Crestview, FL
The 2021 Jeep Cherokee, which is available for an online test drive at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview, is a small SUV that ranks #6 in its class. The Jeep Cherokee has always been a top pick for its versatile mechanical system and powertrain that creates a tailored driving experience on paved roads or dirt surfaces. The Jeep Cherokee has some minor modifications this year to make it even safer and more stylish. This year, the Cherokee gets some more standard safety features that were previously only available. The Jeep Cherokee lineup, which has also traditionally been one of the most diverse on the market, is even more so this year. Several new trims are added to the lineup in 2021 to give you even more options for your Cherokee, including the Latitude Lux and the 80th Anniversary Edition. One competitor in the Jeep’s class is the 2021 Mazda CX-5. While they are both small SUVs, the Jeep Cherokee has a more rugged and distinctive appearance with more customization options. It also edges out the Mazda in terms of power, performance, and off-road capabilities.
Performance and Handling
The Jeep Cherokee at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview is famous in part for its performance features that have made it a top choice in the past. Multiple engines are offered for the Jeep Cherokee so that you can have the right amount of power and speed that you need to meet your driving needs. The first trim level, called the Latitude, has a 2.4L engine with a power output that reaches 180 HP and about 171 LB-FT of torque. With this engine comes a standard nine-speed transmission. Two more engines are available for the Latitude Lux trim and higher-end trims. The Latitude Lux has a 3.2L V6 engine with a maximum power capacity of 271 HP. This engine’s torque output is 239 LB-FT. You can also get a four-cylinder with a 2.0L displacement for the Cherokee. This engine’s top power output is 270 HP, and it delivers slightly less than 300 LB-FT of torque. An automatic transmission also comes with these engines, and you can get four-wheel drive. The Trailhawk has standard four-wheel drive. The Mazda CX-5 doesn’t get as much power out of its engines even though it also has three available engines. The top speed that you can expect with the Mazda is 250 HP.
Interior and Amenities
With a Jeep Cherokee online test drive you can also get a detailed look at the interior of the Jeep Cherokee at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat. The Jeep may be a small vehicle, but it has a roomy cabin with many features. A seven-inch infotainment display is standard for the Jeep, and it also comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The stereo has six speakers. Heated seats, a heated steering wheel, and satellite radio come with the next trim level. Leather seats are standard with the Latitude Lux. The top Limited trim has dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, and a nine-speaker sound system. The Mazda has a less spacious interior than the Jeep with a tighter third row that can make people in the back seat feel cramped. The Mazda also has smaller rear windows, while the Jeep stands out for its exceptional views.
Style
While many SUVs claim to have off-road capabilities, the Jeep Cherokee at Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview truly does, and it has the rugged looks to match. Roof rails are standard, and you can get true off-roading amenities such as tow hooks with select trims. The Mazda does not have any standard features that make it as good of an option for exploring off paved roads. If you want to schedule an online test drive for the latest Jeep Cherokee, be sure to contact Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Crestview to book a test drive for your preferred trim to see its unique styling up close.
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*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.