Road Ready or Trail Tested? 2025 Jeep Compass vs Mazda CX-5
In Prince Edward Island, your vehicle needs to do more than just look good in a driveway. Between unpredictable weather and scenic weekend escapes, versatility matters. That’s why so many drivers weigh options like the 2025 Jeep Compass and the 2025 Mazda CX-5. Both offer style, performance, and tech—but which one’s better suited for life here in Summerside? Let’s dig in.
Built for Every Kind of Island Adventure
The Jeep Compass makes no secret of its capabilities. Every trim comes with standard 4x4—yes, even the base model. That’s not something the Mazda CX-5 can claim. With Jeep’s Selec-Terrain system, you get Auto, Snow, Sand/Mud, and even Rock mode (Trailhawk only), giving you real control when conditions shift.
Mazda’s i-Activ AWD is confident and responsive on pavement but doesn’t offer the same rugged feel or off-road tech. And while the CX-5’s ground clearance is a modest 193 mm, the Trailhawk Compass rides higher, fording up to 19 inches of water and handling a full range of off-road challenges.
Under the Hood: Power vs Poise
The 2025 Compass now boasts a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine with 200 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque, giving it best-in-class standard output. It pairs with a smooth eight-speed automatic, giving it strength off the line and solid fuel economy.
Mazda’s base engine comes in at 187 horsepower, and if you want more, you’ll need to jump to the turbocharged CX-5, which adds cost—and also needs premium fuel to reach max output. Jeep’s setup runs on regular gas and doesn’t ask for a price jump to deliver solid torque across all trims.
Tech That Feels Like a Big Step Up
Jeep gives you Uconnect 5, one of the fastest systems in the class. Trims like Latitude and up offer a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and an available 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster. It’s clean, responsive, and super easy to use.
The CX-5 offers a 10.25-inch screen across the board too, but lacks touch control. That means you’ll need to scroll through menus using a centre dial, which can feel slower and less intuitive—especially on the move.
Safety Where It Matters Most
Both vehicles come well-equipped with safety tech, but Jeep goes even further for 2025. The Compass adds Drowsy Driver Detection, Pedestrian Emergency Braking, Traffic Sign Recognition, and an available 360° camera system. These are available even before you reach top trims.
Mazda’s i-Activsense suite is strong, with forward collision warning, blind spot monitoring, lane keeping, and more. It’s reliable and proven, but doesn’t yet include all of Jeep’s newest semi-autonomous options like park assist or rear seat alert, both standard on the Compass.
Design That Feels Like You
If you lean towards city sophistication, the Mazda CX-5 is polished and sleek. Inside, it feels refined, especially in trims with leather and woodgrain. But if you want something that blends premium details with rugged charm, the Jeep Compass has that perfect balance. LED lights, new two-tone colours like Joose, and high-end finishes in the High Altitude Edition make it a head-turner with real road presence.
Inside, the Compass gets heated front seats standard, even on lower trims—something Mazda still saves for mid-range. Add in available heated steering, dual-pane sunroof, and customizable digital displays, and the Compass clearly brings comfort into every drive.
Ready for Life on PEI Roads?
From slick city streets to weekend trips around the coast, both of these compact SUVs will get you where you’re going. But if you need a vehicle that’s ready for the trail, built for the snow, and loaded with next-level safety, the 2025 Jeep Compass pulls ahead.
Visit Summerside Chrysler Dodge today and get behind the wheel of the Compass. See how it handles, feel the tech, and discover why it’s the right choice for island living.