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Jeep Compass vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Jeep Compass vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Jeep Compass

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Compass offers substantially more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers considerably more torque with 345 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 193 Nm more.

Compass

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Jeep Compass offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 553 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers substantially more boot space – 550 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 423 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries substantially more – 473 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 307 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km
Jeep Compass
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Jeep Compass
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mazda
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