Used Mazda CX-30 for Sale nearBethany, CT

How much does the Mazda CX-30 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-30 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-30's current nationwide average price is $23,625, and its lowest point over the past year was $22,897. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda CX-30 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-30 is a strong pick if you want a small crossover with a premium feel and engaging driving manners. The all-generations owner rating is 4.74/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-30 for its stylish design, upscale interior, and enjoyable driving performance. Many also highlight the smooth ride and overall sense of quality, which help it feel more refined than many small SUVs.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the cramped back seat, limited cargo space, and infotainment controls that can take some getting used to. Those compromises are easier to accept if you value style, safety, and driving enjoyment more than maximum utility.

37.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-30 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Mazda CX-30’s stylish design, premium cabin, and enjoyable driving character as core strengths. The model also earns praise for its solid safety reputation and overall sense of quality.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-30 between 4.57 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose a well-kept example and verify service history, accident history, and feature operation before you buy.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda CX-30?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 87% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Mazda’s standard driver-assistance suite 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.
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the S, plus wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa built-in starting with S Select Sport.
• Fuel efficiency: Fuel economy ratings are 27 mpg combined with the standard engine, and 25 mpg combined with the turbo.

Which Mazda CX-30 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-30 offers these trims:

• S: The entry trim gives you the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, Mazda Connect with an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard driver-assistance features.
• S Select Sport: This trim adds wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa built-in, making it a strong value if you want easier smartphone integration.
• S Preferred: This trim brings a 10.25-inch screen, touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, front and rear parking sensors, and rear automatic braking.
• S Aire Edition: This trim adds blacked-out exterior trim and accents, white artificial leather upholstery with cloth or simulated suede inserts, and light gray contrast stitching for a more upscale look.
• S Carbon Edition: This trim is part of the lineup’s style-focused middle ground and suits shoppers who want a more distinctive appearance.
• S Premium: This trim adds a surround-view camera system and is a good fit if you want more visibility tech.
• Turbo Aire Edition: This trim adds the turbocharged engine and the traction-enhancing drivetrain upgrade for buyers who want stronger acceleration.
• Turbo Premium Plus: This trim adds the turbocharged engine, a surround-view camera system, Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology, and the most advanced driver-assistance setup in the lineup.

What Mazda CX-30 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-30 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, trim, mileage, and price combination. They also tend to attract more shoppers, which helps keep the market active and selection broad.

What is the Mazda CX-30's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. One model year is slightly up, but the broader pattern still points to softer pricing across much of the lineup.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2020, and 2022 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda CX-30 safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2024: 10/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 10/10

The 2026 Mazda CX-30 includes Mazda’s standard driver-assistance suite, with 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.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2024 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-30 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.83% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −5.6%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 38% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 38.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,303. The Mazda CX-30 offers a premium-feeling cabin and a stylish, fun-to-drive character that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: All CX-30 models have a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but higher trim levels add a turbocharger, with 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque on the standard engine and 227 hp/310 lb-ft on regular gas or 250 hp/320 lb-ft on premium with the turbo.
• Tech: Mazda Connect comes with an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and two USB-C ports on the S, then adds wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Alexa built-in, a 10.25-inch screen, touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging on higher trims.
• Safety: The latest model adds front and rear parking sensors, rear automatic braking, a surround-view camera system on select trims, and Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology on the top trim.
• Starting price: Prices range from $27,870 to $39,395, including the $1,495 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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