New & Used 2026 Mazda CX-30 for Sale nearBakersfield, CA
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 5,545
- Stock #:
- PM21082
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM6SM840718


Sponsored by Perry Ford of Santa Barbara
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
5,545 mi
$27,120
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Deep Crystal Blue Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 3,125
- Stock #:
- XL827116
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDYXSM827116

-$701
Sponsored Listing
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium AWD
3,125 mi
$31,621
$30,920
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- White W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 2,802
- Stock #:
- RM25311
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDY6SM829297

Sponsored Listing
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium AWD
2,802 mi
$31,583
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Jet Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 24,175
- Stock #:
- M7711R
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM8SM800382
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
24,175 mi
$23,717
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gray Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 42,611
- Stock #:
- 56746115
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM2SM811927

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD
42,611 mi
$21,884
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Jet Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 4,014
- Stock #:
- M7640
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBBM2SM765484
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Select Sport AWD
4,014 mi
$25,279
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Jet Black Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 2,909
- Stock #:
- XL791999
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDM4SM791999

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Premium AWD
2,909 mi
$27,245
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Silver
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Red
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 47,891
- Stock #:
- 789919
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM1SM789919

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD
47,891 mi
$23,983
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Jet Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 41,446
- Stock #:
- 56627141
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM1SM800949

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
41,446 mi
$21,804
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 11,295
- Stock #:
- D4038O
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBBM8SM798327

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Select Sport AWD
11,295 mi
$24,580
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 5,545
- Stock #:
- PM21082
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM6SM840718

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
5,545 mi
$27,120
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- White W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 9,984
- Stock #:
- Z31815
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDY9SM792147

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium AWD
9,984 mi
$30,884
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Silver
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 40,304
- Stock #:
- 29071818
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBBM2SM801805

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Select Sport AWD
40,304 mi
$23,597
CarGurus Analysis:
2026 Mazda CX-30
With 1,827 currently listed for sale and an average price of $28,799, 34.1% of 2026 Mazda CX-30s for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: CarGurus experts gave it a 7 / 10.
93.3% of 2026 CX-30 models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 7,555
- Stock #:
- 29141747
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCMXSM844626

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
7,555 mi
$27,147
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Machine Gray Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 7,821
- Stock #:
- 4R809540
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM1SM809540

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
7,821 mi
$24,130
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Deep Crystal Blue Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 3,273
- Stock #:
- 4R831005
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM1SM831005

-$4,909
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
3,273 mi
$28,044
$23,135
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Jet Black Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 12,342
- Stock #:
- U11539A
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBBMXSM756175

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Select Sport AWD
12,342 mi
$25,585
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 7,153
- Stock #:
- Z31814
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDY4SM839049

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium AWD
7,153 mi
$31,884
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- White W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 9,891
- Stock #:
- Z31816
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDY3SM800923

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium AWD
9,891 mi
$31,585
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 4,788
- Stock #:
- XL840833
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDM8SM840833

-$876
2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Premium AWD
4,788 mi
$28,120
$27,244
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 10,543
- Stock #:
- Z31817
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBEY6SM797143

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus AWD
10,543 mi
$31,984
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 191 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Machine Gray Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 41,982
- Stock #:
- Z32134
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBCM3SM778887

2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 S Preferred AWD
41,982 mi
$24,394
- Year:
- 2025
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- CX-30
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 250 hp 2.5L I4
- Exterior color:
- Jet Black Mica
- Combined gas mileage:
- 26 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- White W/Brown
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 2,483
- Stock #:
- RM25304
- VIN:
- 3MVDMBDY7SM828353

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2025 Mazda CX-30
2.5 Turbo Premium AWD
2,483 mi
$31,764
CarGurus Analysis: 2026 Mazda CX-30
overall

Summary
With 1,827 currently listed for sale and an average price of $28,799, 34.1% of 2026 Mazda CX-30s for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: CarGurus experts gave it a 7 / 10.
93.3% of 2026 CX-30 models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 stands out as a small crossover that leans hard into style and driving enjoyment. It is described as stylish, speedy, safe, and really small, and it also offers good looks, an upscale interior, rewarding driving dynamics, promising reliability, and top-notch safety ratings. For buyers who care more about those qualities than maximum practicality, it has a lot of appeal.
This year brings new Aire Edition trim levels, drivetrain and suspension enhancements, and a larger infotainment screen, which make the CX-30 even more appealing. The tradeoff is that rear seat room and cargo space are limited, and the infotainment controls are fussy. In other words, the 2026 Mazda CX-30 feels more like entry-luxury than entry-level, but it is best suited to shoppers who can live with its cramped back seat and modest cargo area.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $23,471
- Good/great deal percentage: 34.4%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 4,610
- Average price: $25,509
- Good/great deal percentage: 34.6%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 3,663
- Average price: $23,700
- Good/great deal percentage: 33.9%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 3,525
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 7, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2026 Mazda CX-30 Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| 2.5 S AWD | $26,375 |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus AWD | $37,900 |
| 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD | $31,430 |
| 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition AWD | $34,410 |
| 2.5 S Premium AWD | $33,640 |
| 2.5 S Aire Edition AWD | $30,250 |
| 2.5 S Select Sport AWD | $28,060 |
| 2.5 S Preferred AWD | $29,690 |
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2026 Mazda CX-30 Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2026 Mazda CX-30 prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2026 Mazda CX-30 Pricing Analysis: Bakersfield, CA Market Report
Pricing by Nearby Locations
Market Area: Bakersfield, CA
Key Insights
- Highest Prices in Lancaster: The city of Lancaster, CA has the highest average price at $31,998, indicating strong demand or limited supply in that area.
- Lowest Prices in Malibu: Conversely, Malibu, CA offers the lowest average price at $28,013, suggesting a more competitive market or higher inventory levels.
- Inventory Variation: The number of listings varies significantly, with Los Angeles (109 listings) having the most, which may contribute to more stable pricing compared to lower inventory areas.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, CA | 69 | $31,998 |
| Santa Clarita, CA | 97 | $29,201 |
| Malibu, CA | 96 | $28,013 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 109 | $29,009 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- Most Common Trim: The 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD is the most listed trim with 50 listings, indicating strong consumer interest in this configuration.
- Price Range Across Trims: The trims range from $26,375 for the base 2.5 S AWD to $37,900 for the premium 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus AWD, highlighting a significant price spread of $11,525.
- AWD Popularity: All trims listed are AWD, reflecting a regional preference for all-wheel drive vehicles, likely due to varying weather conditions.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 S Preferred AWD | 43 | $29,690 | AWD | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
| 2.5 S Select Sport AWD | 35 | $28,060 | AWD | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
| 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD | 50 | $31,430 | AWD | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
| 2.5 S Premium AWD | 13 | $33,640 | AWD | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
| 2.5 S AWD | 16 | $26,375 | AWD | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus AWD | 5 | $37,900 | AWD | 2.5L 250 hp I4 |
| 2.5 S Aire Edition AWD | 1 | $30,250 | AWD | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New Model Premium: The 2025 Mazda CX-30 is priced at $28,054, which is approximately 10.0% above its MSRP, indicating strong demand for the latest model.
- Depreciation Trends: The 2021 model shows a significant depreciation of -14.7% compared to its original MSRP, reflecting typical market behavior as vehicles age.
- Best Value Year: The 2022 model is priced at $23,367, only -3.7% below MSRP, making it a potentially attractive option for buyers looking for a recent model with less depreciation.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Original MSRP | Avg Price | Price vs MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,195 | $28,054 | +10.0% |
| 2022 | $22,200 | $23,367 | -3.7% |
| 2021 | $22,050 | $18,799 | -14.7% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-30 a good car?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 earns an 7/10 expert rating, and it’s aimed at you if you care more about style and driving enjoyment than maximum practicality. The standout strength is Performance at 9/10.
The overview and test-drive notes both point to a small crossover that feels upscale, looks sharp, and delivers rewarding driving dynamics. It also brings promising reliability and top-notch safety ratings, which helps offset its compact footprint.
The main trade-offs are the cramped rear seat and limited cargo space, plus an infotainment setup that can be fussy to use. Those compromises matter most if you need a more family-friendly or utility-first SUV.
Good and great deals account for 36.5% of listings, so you have a moderate amount of market leverage if you shop carefully.
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-30 reliable?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is presented as a promising reliability play for used buyers, especially if you want a small SUV that feels more premium than its price suggests. The expert notes also frame Mazda’s long-term reliability reputation positively, with the brand ranking behind only Toyota and Lexus in that context.
The performance notes reinforce that the standard drivetrain is tuned to feel lively enough for most drivers, and the cost-effectiveness notes add that you do not need the turbocharged engine to enjoy the CX-30. Mazda does not back it with an industry-leading warranty or complimentary scheduled maintenance, so your ownership experience will depend more on the vehicle’s condition and maintenance history than on extra coverage.
For used buyers, the long-term risk is manageable if you choose a well-kept example, but you should still prioritize service records and a thorough inspection because the ownership value comes more from durability and driving satisfaction than from generous ownership perks.
What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Mazda CX-30?
Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
You should still run a history report and verify that the vehicle has not had hidden damage, even with a strong clean-inventory share. Put extra inspection focus on the cabin and cargo area, since those are the CX-30’s biggest practical compromises. You should also test the infotainment and driver-assistance systems yourself, because the controls can be unintuitive and some features behave inconsistently in real-world use.
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The S trim is the simplest version, with an 8.8-inch display, wired smartphone integration, and basic voice recognition, while higher trims add features such as wireless smartphone integration, a larger screen, touchscreen functionality for smartphone apps, and more premium audio. The Aire Edition adds blacked-out exterior trim, white artificial leather upholstery, cloth or simulated suede inserts, and contrast stitching, so it is the trim that most clearly leans into the CX-30’s upscale look and feel.
- Powertrain: Every CX-30 uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic and AWD, while higher trims add a turbocharger. The standard setup makes 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque, and the turbo version increases output to 227 hp and 310 lb-ft on regular gas or 250 hp and 320 lb-ft on premium.
- Safety package: Standard equipment includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and a safe exit alert. Front and rear parking sensors and rear automatic braking arrive on the S Preferred trim, a surround-view camera is standard on the S Premium and the two turbocharged models, and the top Turbo Premium Plus adds lane-centering support for low-speed traffic.
- Infotainment: The base setup uses an 8.8-inch screen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB-C ports, and basic voice recognition. The screen grows to 10.25 inches starting with S Preferred, and that trim also adds touchscreen functionality for smartphone apps and wireless charging. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto arrive on S Select Sport, and Mazda Connected Services adds remote functions and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Fuel efficiency: The standard engine is rated at 27 mpg combined, while the turbo is rated at 25 mpg combined. In testing, the naturally aspirated 2.5 S Aire Edition averaged 28.5 mpg on a mixed loop and 25.5 mpg on a mountainous route.
Which 2026 Mazda CX-30 trim should I buy?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is offered in 8 trim levels: S, S Select Sport, S Preferred, S Aire Edition, S Carbon Edition, S Premium, Turbo Aire Edition, and Turbo Premium Plus.
Here's the short version:
- S: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core CX-30 formula with AWD, the standard engine, an 8.8-inch display, wired smartphone integration, and the full base safety suite. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the model and do not mind the simpler tech setup.
- S Select Sport: This trim is the first meaningful upgrade because it adds wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa built-in. If you want the best balance of price and convenience, this is the trim that stands out as the best-value choice.
- S Preferred: This is the trim to target if you want the CX-30 to feel more polished day to day, because it adds the larger 10.25-inch screen, touchscreen functionality for smartphone apps, wireless charging, front and rear parking sensors, and rear automatic braking.
- S Aire Edition: This trim is the style play, with blacked-out exterior accents and a more distinctive interior treatment that includes white artificial leather upholstery and suede-like trim. It suits you if the CX-30’s upscale look matters as much as its equipment list.
- S Carbon Edition: This trim is another appearance-focused step in the lineup, and it fits you if you want a more distinctive version of the standard non-turbo CX-30.
- S Premium: This trim adds a surround-view camera and sits among the more feature-rich non-turbo versions, making it a strong pick if you want extra visibility and a more complete equipment set.
- Turbo Aire Edition: This trim combines the Aire Edition’s styling with the turbocharged powertrain, so it is the choice for you if you want more power without giving up the special-edition look.
- Turbo Premium Plus: This is the top trim, and it adds Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology with lane-centering assist for low-speed traffic. It is the one to buy if you want the most advanced feature set in the lineup.
The safety package is broad across the lineup, but some features are reserved for higher trims, so you should compare carefully before deciding.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Mazda CX-30?
This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop with some leverage if you know which listings to target.
- Deal availability: 36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 1,883 listings available.
- Clean inventory: 93.0% of listings are accident-free.
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-30 safe?
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 earns a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, with five-star ratings in all crash tests and a four-star rollover resistance rating. It also earns the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award, with top Good or Good+ ratings in every assessment except vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention, which is rated Acceptable.
It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.
Standard driver-assistance features include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and a safe exit alert. Higher trims add front and rear parking sensors, rear automatic braking, a surround-view camera, and, on the Turbo Premium Plus, Cruising and Traffic Support with lane-centering assist for low-speed traffic.
Should I buy a 2026 Mazda CX-30 or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
- 36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
- This year adds new Aire Edition trim levels, drivetrain and suspension enhancements, and a larger infotainment screen.
The bottom line: If you want the most appealing version of the CX-30’s formula, the 2026 model is the one to target because it adds meaningful updates while keeping the same core strengths in style, driving enjoyment, and safety. If you are more price-sensitive, a nearby model year can still make sense, but you should expect to give up some of the 2026’s added polish and feature improvements.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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