2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2026 Mazda CX-50:
Safety comparison — crash avoidance & crash test ratings
Side-by-side comparison of standard crash-avoidance technologies and NHTSA/IIHS crash test ratings. Driver assistance and convenience features are covered in the full comparison.
Quick take
Both vehicles score closely on overall safety (99 vs 99). The difference comes down to individual crash-avoidance features and test ratings. Both vehicles are evenly matched on the 4 core crash-avoidance technologies. The Mazda CX-50 achieves a higher IIHS designation (Not awarded vs Top Safety Pick+). Overall, the Mazda CX-50 has the stronger safety package, leading on 1 of 6 measured features versus 0 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee (5 tied). Check the full comparison for cost of ownership, powertrain, and livability scores — safety is one of five pillars in the MotiveGrid Score.
Crash avoidance(0–0–4)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Mazda CX-50)
Crash test ratings(0–1–1)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Mazda CX-50)
Data reflects standard equipment at the base MSRP. Optional packages like Ford BlueCruise, GM Super Cruise, and Tesla FSD are not scored (Tesla FSD is the lone curated exception). Crash test data from NHTSA and IIHS. ADAS data verified against manufacturer spec pages.
See the full Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Mazda CX-50 comparison — all five pillars including cost of ownership, powertrain, driver assistance, and livability: