2026 Jeep Compass vs. 2026 Mazda CX-5

TrueCar says the Mazda CX-5's $31,485 MSRP edges out the Jeep Compass's $31,545 by just $60, and the CX-5 also wins on fuel economy at 24 city/30 highway mpg versus the Compass's 23 city/31 highway. Unhaggle's spec comparison shows the Compass's turbocharged 2.0L four makes 200 hp and 221 lb-ft with standard Select-Terrain full- and part-time 4WD, while the CX-5's naturally aspirated 2.5L SKYACTIV-G four makes 187 hp and 186 lb-ft, giving the Compass a meaningful power and torque advantage along with dedicated off-road drive-mode hardware the CX-5 doesn't list.

Which to choose, and why

Essentially tied on price; CX-5 sips less fuel

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Mazda CX-5's $31,485 MSRP edges out the Jeep Compass's $31,545 by just $60, and the CX-5 also wins on fuel economy at 24 city/30 highway mpg versus the Compass's 23 city/31 highway.

The Compass has more power and dedicated 4WD hardware

Unhaggle's (opens in a new tab) spec comparison shows the Compass's turbocharged 2.0L four makes 200 hp and 221 lb-ft with standard Select-Terrain full- and part-time 4WD, while the CX-5's naturally aspirated 2.5L SKYACTIV-G four makes 187 hp and 186 lb-ft, giving the Compass a meaningful power and torque advantage along with dedicated off-road drive-mode hardware the CX-5 doesn't list.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Jeep Compass or Mazda CX-5?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the CX-5, by just $60 at MSRP.

Which has more horsepower, the Jeep Compass or Mazda CX-5?

Unhaggle (opens in a new tab) says the Compass, at 200 hp versus the CX-5's 187 hp.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Jeep Compass: 1 records · Mazda CX-5: 1 records.

Decision field	Jeep Compass	Mazda CX-5
Exact EPA records	1	1
Model / option labels	1	1
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive	4-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	2L 4-cyl SIDI	2.5L 4-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic 8-spd	Automatic (S6)
Fuel types	Regular	Regular
EPA classes	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	26 MPG/MPGe	26 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$2500 per year	$2500 per year

Head to head

Jeep Compass vs. Mazda CX-5: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Jeep Compass	Mazda CX-5
Starting price (KBB base)	$31,350	$31,485
Top trim price (KBB base)	$37,240	$40,485
Horsepower	200 hp	187 hp
Torque	221 lb-ft	186 lb-ft
0 to 60 mph	n/a	9.6 sec
Curb weight	3,620 lb	3,856 lb
Length	173.4 in	184.6 in
Wheelbase	103.8 in	110.8 in
Cargo volume	59.8 cu ft	66.5 cu ft
Towing capacity	2,000 lb	1,500 lb
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 model year); prices are KBB base prices.

The Jeep Compass starts $135 lower: $31,350 against $31,485 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Jeep Compass leads: 200 hp against 187 hp.
On peak torque, the Jeep Compass leads: 221 lb-ft against 186 lb-ft.
The Jeep Compass is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 3,620 lb against 3,856 lb.
On length, the Mazda CX-5 leads: 184.6 in against 173.4 in.
On wheelbase, the Mazda CX-5 leads: 110.8 in against 103.8 in.
On cargo volume, the Mazda CX-5 leads: 66.5 cu ft against 59.8 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Jeep Compass leads: 2,000 lb against 1,500 lb.
Both list the same seating capacity: 5 seats.
Both list the same basic warranty: 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Jeep Compass and the Mazda CX-5.

2026 Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV, introduced in 2006 for the 2007 model year. The first generation Compass and Patriot, its rebadged variant, were among Jeep's first crossover SUVs. The second-generation Compass debuted in September 2016 in Brazil and at the Los Angeles International Auto Show in November 2016, sharing a modified platform with the Renegade.

Source: Jeep Compass (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Jeep Compass overall 4 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 3 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (1 campaign across the latest model years)

August 2026, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In… Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Jeep Compass, most often about electrical system (11), forward collision avoidance (10), lane departure (4).

2026 Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover SUV produced by Mazda since 2012, a successor to both the Tribute and the slightly larger CX-7. It is Mazda's first model to feature the "Kodo" design language and the first model to be fully developed with a range of technologies branded as Skyactiv, including a rigid, lightweight platform combined with a series of engines and transmissions to reduce emissions and fuel consumption.

Source: Mazda CX-5 (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Mazda CX-5 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA for the 2026 Mazda CX-5, most often about unknown or other (6), electrical system (5), visibility/wiper (3).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

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Comparison answer desk

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Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Jeep Compass or the 2026 Mazda CX-5?

Efficiency

Neither the 2026 Jeep Compass nor the 2026 Mazda CX-5 separates on this field: both list a 26 combined MPG/MPGe midpoint in this snapshot.