Used Mazda CX-3 for Sale nearModesto, CA

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 $14,414, and its lowest point over the past year was $14,326. 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 marks from owners across the lineup, and its appeal centers on style, driving enjoyment, and a premium-feeling cabin. The all-generations owner rating is 4.9/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-3 for its sharp handling, smooth ride, and stylish design. The compact size and available AWD also come through as recurring positives, along with the upscale feel that makes the CX-3 stand out among small crossovers.

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

The main tradeoffs are the tight back seat and limited cargo space, and expert reviews also point to the need for more power in some years. 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-3 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Mazda CX-3 as a well-finished, enjoyable small crossover with a premium feel. The recurring praise centers on its handling, ride quality, and upscale presentation, which help it feel more polished than many vehicles in its class.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-3 between 4.7 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a model that can be a reassuring long-term choice when you verify history and choose a well-kept example.

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

Across all model years, at 58.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Mazda’s i-Activsense driver assistance safety equipment, including driver attention alert, radar cruise control with stop-and-go, lane-departure warning with lane-keep assist, smart brake support, and high-beam control
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect infotainment system with the 7-inch touchscreen, the Euro-style controls on the center console, and natural language voice commands
• 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 core style and driving character, and it’s the starting point for shoppers who want the model’s premium feel at the lowest price.
• Touring: This trim adds more equipment and is the best-value choice for many used buyers because it builds on the CX-3’s upscale personality without jumping to the top of the range.
• Grand Touring: This trim adds the richest equipment set, including full leather upholstery, a Bose audio system, a head-up display, and available premium-package features that suit you if you want the most polished CX-3 experience.

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 can make it easier to compare condition, mileage, and pricing. They also tend to be the years where you’ll find the broadest mix of deal quality.

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

Most of the years in this table are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. One year is rising, while another is nearly flat, so the pattern is mixed rather than uniform. The biggest changes are still modest enough that the CX-3’s pricing looks relatively stable overall.

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

The 2017, 2018, and 2019 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

Mazda’s i-Activsense driver assistance safety equipment is standard across all trim levels in the 2019 model year.

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 −3.93% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −0.6%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 32.9% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 34.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,897. The Mazda CX-3 offers a stylish, premium-feeling driving experience that makes it especially 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.

How does the 2018 Mazda CX-3 compare to the 2018 Honda HR-V?

Our experts score the 2018 Mazda CX-3 8/10 and the 2018 Honda HR-V 6.7/10. The CX-3 brings the stronger driving character, while the HR-V gives you more listings to shop from. The CX-3 also has the lower average used price, a slightly higher good-and-great deal share, and a better accident-free share.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.