Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs Mazda CX-8 Comparison

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Mazda CX-8

How they stack

Our Take

2024 Jeep

Wrangler Unlimited

2024 Mazda

CX-8

How they stack...

CarExpert Score

CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.

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7.0

8.2

0.0

Based on the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited RUBICON (4x4)

Based on the Mazda CX-8 D35 TOURING ACTIVE (AWD)

Best suitable for...

Off-roading

Driving the family

Long distance driving

Fuel Efficiency

81L

745 to 834 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$75,950 - $90,450

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Production Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Iconic looks, road presence
Unstoppable off-road
Decent warranty and servicing

Misses

Poor safety performance in ANCAP tests
$100,000 drive-away is far too much
Workmanlike to drive on the road

William Stopford

News Editor

William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Smooth, sonorous diesel powertrain
Excellent fuel economy
Comfortable, attractive interior

Misses

Third row isn't great
Parents won't appreciate the handsome cloth interior
It's being discontinued

Optional Features

Premium Paint (+$1,175)

Reviews

2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon review

The Wrangler remains an icon and a master off the beaten track, but can it justify a recent $12,000 price increase? We're not sure...

James Wong

8.2

2024 Mazda CX-8 review

The CX-8 will depart Mazda showrooms soon, depriving Australia of another compelling, diesel-powered crossover.

William Stopford

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Gallery

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Specs

Type
MULTI POINT F/INJ, TURBO MPFI		-
Size (cc)
1995 - 3604		-
Size (L)
3.6L, 2.0L		-
Induction
V6, INLINE 4		-
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, NOT PROVIDED		-
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 24		-
Power
200kW - 209kW		-
Power RPM
5250 - 6400		-
Torque
347Nm - 400Nm		-
Torque RPM
3000 - 4100		-
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
10 - 11.03		-

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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs Mazda CX-8 Comparison