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Mazda CX-50 holds its value better — 57% five-year retention against 57% for the Jeep Cherokee. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Mazda CX-50 comes out ahead, holding about 57% of its value versus 57% for the Jeep Cherokee. Over the first five years the Mazda CX-50 loses roughly $12,917 while the Jeep Cherokee loses about $15,155 — a gap near $2,238.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Mazda CX-50 sheds about 4% in year one versus 10% for the Jeep Cherokee. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.