2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs 2026 Mazda CX-70

$39,035 · Crossover

$42,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (Car 1) and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 (Car 2) is fuel economy, where the Mazda achieves 25 combined MPG versus the Jeep's 21 combined MPG, a 4 MPG advantage. The Jeep counters this with a lower MSRP of $39,035, substantially undercutting the CX-70's $42,250 entry price, representing a $3,215 initial saving. Despite the higher cost, the CX-70 offers significantly more usable space, boasting 39.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Jeep's 17.2 cu ft. Performance metrics show the Jeep producing higher peak horsepower at 293 hp versus the Mazda's 280 hp, but the CX-70 dominates in torque with 332 lb-ft against the Grand Cherokee L's 260 lb-ft. Furthermore, the standard rear-wheel drive platform of the Jeep contrasts with the CX-70's standard all-wheel drive system.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel efficiency of 25 MPG compared to the Jeep's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Mazda CX-70

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 offers substantially more utility with 39.6 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the Jeep's 17.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Mazda CX-70

The Mazda CX-70 is favored for spirited driving due to its superior 332 lb-ft of torque and standard AWD system.

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L provides lower upfront cost at an MSRP of $39,035, $3,215 less than the competitor.

Choose the Jeep Grand Cherokee L if...

The initial purchase price is the highest priority, as the MSRP is $39,035.
Higher peak horsepower (293 hp) is preferred over low-end pulling power.
A preference exists for a traditional rear-wheel drive platform setup.

Choose the Mazda CX-70 if...

Maximizing cargo volume is essential, benefiting from 39.6 cu ft compared to 17.2 cu ft.
Higher torque (332 lb-ft) and standard all-wheel drive are required features.
Fuel economy is crucial, with the CX-70 achieving 25 combined MPG.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Grand Cherokee L	Mazda CX-70
Length	204.9"	200.8"
Width	77.9"	-
Height	71.5"	68.2"
Wheelbase	121.7"	122.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	—
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Base Engine Displacement	3.6 L	3.3 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	293 hp @ 6400 rpm	280 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Transmission Type	8-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	24/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	437.0/598.0 mi.	444.0/518.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.0 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Infotainment Display	8.4 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	8
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Front Head Room	39.8 in.	39.7 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	59.2 in.
Front Hip Room	57.4 in.	56.2 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Rear Head Room	39.9 in.	39.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.4 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.0 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.3 in.	55.5 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	21 x 9.5 in.
Tire Size	265/60R18	275/45R21
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	Mazda
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2026 Mazda CX-70.

How much larger is the cargo area in the CX-70 compared to the Grand Cherokee L?

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 provides 39.6 cu ft of cargo capacity, making it substantially larger than the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L's 17.2 cu ft. This represents a difference of 22.4 cubic feet in favor of the Mazda for hauling gear.

Which vehicle offers better towing potential based on torque figures?

While towing capacity specifications are not provided, the 2026 Mazda CX-70 has significantly higher torque output at 332 lb-ft compared to the Jeep's 260 lb-ft. Higher torque generally correlates to better pulling power.

What is the total price difference between the base models?

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L starts at $39,035, whereas the 2026 Mazda CX-70 is priced at $42,250. This results in a $3,215 cost advantage for the Jeep upon entry.

Does the Grand Cherokee L or the CX-70 have more horsepower?

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is rated at 293 hp, slightly exceeding the 2026 Mazda CX-70's output of 280 hp. Both utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission to manage this power.

Is the standard drivetrain different between the two crossovers?

Yes, the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes standard with rear-wheel drive, while the 2026 Mazda CX-70 includes all-wheel drive as standard equipment. Both are capable of using regular unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle is physically longer based on exterior dimensions?

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the longer vehicle, measuring 204.9 inches in length. The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is slightly shorter at 200.8 inches long, though the Jeep is also taller at 71.5 inches versus the Mazda's 68.2 inches.