Used Mazda CX-3 for Sale nearColumbia, SC

How much does the Mazda CX-3 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-3 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-3's current nationwide average price is $14,566, and its lowest nationwide average price over the past year was $14,330.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2018 and 2019 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda CX-3 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-3 earns strong owner approval across its full run, and it stands out for style, driving enjoyment, and a premium-feeling cabin. The all-generations owner rating is 4.92/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-3 for its excellent handling, smooth ride, and stylish design. Many also appreciate its compact size and AWD capability, which give it a more upscale feel than its price suggests.

Expert reviews rate the 2018 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on rear-seat room and cargo space, and the CX-3’s small footprint keeps its focus on maneuverability and on-road character.

31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-3 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Mazda CX-3 highly for its driving feel, smooth ride, and stylish design. Expert commentary also points to a polished, premium-leaning character that helps the CX-3 feel more refined than many small crossovers.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-3 between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination of strong owner satisfaction and consistent praise for the CX-3’s character suggests a reassuring long-term ownership experience.

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

Across all model years, at 61.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: iActiveSense option packages on Sport and Touring trims, and standard on Grand Touring trim
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect infotainment system with the 7-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration
• Fuel efficiency: 29 mpg city, 34 highway, 31 combined

Which Mazda CX-3 trim should I buy?

The 2019 Mazda CX-3 offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry trim gives you the CX-3’s stylish design and core Mazda Connect setup, and it suits you if you want the most accessible way into the model.
• Touring: This trim adds more equipment and is the best-value choice for many shoppers because it balances features and price well.
• Grand Touring: This trim adds full leather upholstery, a Bose 7-speaker sound system, navigation, paddle shifters, and standard adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, making it the most upscale choice.

What Mazda CX-3 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-3 years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2019.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which makes it easier to compare prices, trims, and condition. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory is deeper and shopping is simpler.

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

The CX-3’s recent price movement is mixed, but the overall pattern shows that some model years have softened while others have edged upward. For used buyers, that creates opportunities to shop selectively and focus on the years that have moved down most recently.

The 2018 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2017, 2016, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda CX-3 safe?

• 2019: 9/10
• 2018: 9/10

The 2019 model includes a blind-spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert, and higher trims add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability along with forward emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and adaptive high-beam headlights.

For the safest used buy, the 2018 and 2019 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-3 now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2019 model is at −4.29% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −0.35%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 29.2% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 31.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,119. The Mazda CX-3 offers a stylish, premium-feeling driving experience that makes it appealing if you want a small crossover with personality.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.