Used 2019 Mazda CX-3 for Sale nearPalatine, IL

How much does the 2019 Mazda CX-3 cost?

Prices have softened 5.86% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

With 217 listings available, you have a modest amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

If you find a listing below $15,769.13, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2019 Mazda CX-3 a good car?

Yes — the 2019 Mazda CX-3 earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Look and feel at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise its sporty, fun driving character, stylish design, and great gas mileage. They also point to its premium feel and overall satisfaction with how it drives.

The trade-offs are clear: it can feel cramped inside, especially for taller passengers, and it is not built around maximum utility. That lines up with Mazda’s own framing of the CX-3 as a stylish, enjoyable commuter rather than a space-first crossover.

With a 25.8% good-or-great-deals share in the market, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2019 Mazda CX-3 reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with praise centered on how well it holds up in everyday use. Mazda’s performance notes reinforce that impression by describing the CX-3 as enjoyable to drive and improved for 2019 with reduced noise, vibration, and harshness.

The cost-effectiveness notes add another ownership-friendly angle: Mazda positions the CX-3 as comparatively low-priced for what you get. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about durability and more about whether the limited space and modest power still fit your needs over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2019 Mazda CX-3?

At 64.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle-history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the cabin and cargo area show wear that matches the mileage.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring are the three trims, and the biggest differences show up in comfort and upscale touches. Grand Touring stands out with full leather upholstery, while the base trim is more limited in premium features.
• Powertrain: The CX-3 uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 148 horsepower and 146 pound-feet of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard, and an available predictive intelligent all-wheel-drive system can send up to half the engine’s power rearward before slip is felt.
• Safety package: Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard, while iActiveSense packages add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, all-speed forward emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and adaptive high-beam headlights. Sport and Touring buyers need the option package to get those features.
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect uses a 7-inch touchscreen, center-console controls, and voice commands. It includes navigation and a Bose 7-speaker sound system on Grand Touring, but it does not include Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA estimates 29 mpg city, 34 highway, 31 combined with front-wheel drive, and 27 mpg city, 32 highway, 29 combined with all-wheel drive.

Which 2019 Mazda CX-3 trim should I buy?

The 2019 Mazda CX-3 is offered in 3 trim levels: Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the entry point, and it makes the CX-3’s style and driving character accessible at the lowest price. It is the trim to consider if you want the core experience and plan to add safety equipment through available packages.
• Touring: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it builds on the base model without jumping all the way to the top. It is the smart middle ground if you want more equipment but still care about price.
• Grand Touring: This is the trim to choose if you want the most upscale CX-3 experience, including the richest interior presentation and the most complete standard safety and convenience content.

For safety-package shoppers, note that Sport and Touring can add iActiveSense option packages, while Grand Touring includes those features as standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2019 Mazda CX-3?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 25.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 217 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.86% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $15,769.13, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2019 Mazda CX-3's resale value?

The current average of $16,047 sits slightly below last year's $17,046.

That softer pricing suggests the CX-3 has become more approachable for used buyers, but it also means a future seller may need to price competitively to stand out. The current trend favors shoppers more than owners, especially if comparable listings remain plentiful.

Even so, the model’s strong style appeal and positive owner sentiment can help support demand. Well-kept examples should still attract attention from buyers who want a small crossover with a premium feel.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2019 Mazda CX-3 safe?

The CX-3 gets a five-star overall rating in federal government crash tests.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard equipment for all trim levels includes blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Mazda’s iActiveSense packages add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, all-speed forward emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and adaptive high-beam headlights, and those features are standard on Grand Touring.

One caveat is that the federal side-impact test noted an elevated potential for thoracic injury for the left rear-seat dummy. That does not erase the overall rating, but it is worth keeping in mind if rear-seat protection matters to you.

Should I buy a 2019 Mazda CX-3 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2019 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2019 if:

• 25.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.86% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds more style and sophistication, with a premium-feeling cabin and a more engaging driving character.

Consider the 2018 if:

• At $15,322, the 2018 costs less than the current year's $16,047 average.
• It emphasizes sharper handling and a more refined cabin than a basic entry-level crossover.

The bottom line: If you want the better-balanced mix of style, features, and current-market value, the 2019 is the stronger pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2018 is the more budget-friendly path, especially if you can find one in clean condition.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.