New & Used 2026 Mazda CX-5 for Sale nearTulsa, OK

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The 2026 Mazda CX-5 offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all featuring AWD for versatile driving.

• Starting at $31,242
• Best MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Most Popular: 2.5 S Preferred AWD

Trim Overview

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2.5 S AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $31,347 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 154 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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2.5 S Select AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Select AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle for adventures without a hefty price tag.

• Avg. market price: $31,242 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 1,923 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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2.5 S Preferred AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Preferred AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and practicality without going to the top tier.

• Avg. market price: $34,741 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 2,699 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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2.5 S Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Premium AWD is the pick for shoppers who want added luxury features for a more refined driving experience.

• Avg. market price: $36,625 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 520 listings
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2.5 S Premium Plus AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Premium Plus AWD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate in features and comfort for their adventures.

• Avg. market price: $37,825 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 794 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 2.5 S Preferred AWD

With 2,699 active listings, the 2.5 S Preferred AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — 2.5 S Select AWD

At $31,242 avg market price — below the lineup median of $34,741 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — 2.5 S AWD

The 2.5 S AWD offers excellent fuel efficiency with 24/30 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 a good car?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 earns an expert rating of 7.17/10. The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

Mazda’s redesign makes this compact SUV longer, wider, more spacious, and more technologically advanced than before, and it adds a striking new exterior plus a crisp interior. It also gives you standard all-wheel drive across the lineup and Google built-in as standard, which helps it feel unusually well equipped for the class.

The tradeoffs are clear: the carried-over 187-horsepower engine feels underpowered, and the six-speed automatic is dated and slow to respond. The review also calls out poor fuel economy, so if you want efficiency or stronger acceleration, this isn’t the right fit.

Even so, the CX-5 still makes a strong case for itself if you want style, everyday usefulness, and value in a compact crossover. Good and great deals account for 38.2% of listings, which suggests there’s meaningful market availability if you shop carefully.

Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 reliable?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is presented as a straightforward gasoline SUV with a carryover 2.5-liter engine and a conventional six-speed automatic, which generally points to a simpler ownership experience than a more complex hybrid setup. Mazda also emphasizes improved insulation and a refined chassis, and the review describes the powertrain as smooth enough in normal driving even if it lacks urgency.

The maintenance picture is helped by Mazda’s standard warranty coverage, but the broader ownership story still depends heavily on how you use the vehicle. Because the engine is underpowered and fuel economy is weak, long-term ownership risk for used buyers is less about mechanical complexity and more about living with disappointing efficiency and performance over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Mazda CX-5?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.4% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and verify that the specific vehicle you’re considering has no hidden damage or repair history. A pre-purchase inspection is worth prioritizing, especially if you’re shopping higher-mileage examples or trims with more equipment. Focus on overall condition, interior wear, and whether the tech and safety features work as intended.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base trim gets 17-inch wheels, while Select and above move to 19-inch wheels. Higher trims add more upscale touches, but the base model is the one most likely to feel light on extras.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses the same 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder with 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and standard AWD. The review says it feels underpowered, and the transmission can hunt for gears.
• Safety package: Every trim includes adaptive cruise control with speed limit assist, automatic emergency braking with Turn-Across Traffic detection and Head-On Collision Mitigation, rear automatic emergency braking with rear cross-traffic alert and pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, vehicle exit warning, driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, and dynamic guidelines for the rear-view camera.
• Infotainment: The base 2.5 S gets a 12.9-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Select and above add wireless phone integration, and all trims get Google built-in plus a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster.
• Fuel efficiency: The CX-5 is rated at 24 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined.

Which 2026 Mazda CX-5 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is offered in 5 trim levels: 2.5 S, 2.5 S Select, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Premium, and 2.5 S Premium Plus.

Here's the short version:

• 2.5 S: This is the entry point, and it already gives you standard AWD, Google built-in, and the full safety suite. It makes sense if you want the lowest price and can live without the nicer comfort and convenience upgrades.
• 2.5 S Select: This is the first trim with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so it’s the better pick if you care about easier daily tech use.
• 2.5 S Preferred: This is the best-value trim. It adds 19-inch wheels, a power liftgate, a head-up display, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a 10-way power driver’s seat with memory, making it the sweet spot for most shoppers.
• 2.5 S Premium: This trim adds a Bose 12-speaker audio system and SiriusXM satellite radio, so it suits you if audio quality matters and you want a more premium cabin experience.
• 2.5 S Premium Plus: This is the most feature-rich version, with a larger 15.6-inch screen, a 360-degree View Monitor with underfloor and parking views, a Driver Monitoring system, rear USB-C ports, and a more advanced highway-assist setup.

The safety package is strong across the lineup, but the Premium Plus adds the most advanced driver-assistance hardware.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Mazda CX-5?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop with some leverage if you know what trim and condition you want.

• Deal availability: 38.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,398 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 93.4% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 safe?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 comes with one of the most comprehensive standard safety suites in its class.

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

Every trim includes adaptive cruise control with speed limit assist, automatic emergency braking with Turn-Across Traffic detection and Head-On Collision Mitigation, rear automatic emergency braking with rear cross-traffic alert and pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, vehicle exit warning, driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, and dynamic guidelines for the mandatory rear-view camera. The Premium Plus adds an adaptive front-lighting system, front cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, Cruising & Traffic Support with Lane-Change Assist, a driver monitoring system, and a 360-degree View Monitor.

Should I buy a 2026 Mazda CX-5 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 38.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.4% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Mazda’s redesign adds more space, better tech, and standard AWD across the lineup.

Consider the 2025 if:

• It’s the sportier, more enjoyable choice with a more desirable driving feel.

The bottom line: Choose the 2026 if you want the newest CX-5 design, standard AWD, and the strongest tech-and-safety package. If you’re more price-sensitive and care most about driving enjoyment, the 2025 remains the easier recommendation.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.