Used Mazda CX-30 for Sale nearSacramento, CA

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 $23,425, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $22,890 over the past year.

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 earns strong owner approval across the lineup, and its appeal is anchored by a premium-feeling cabin, stylish design, and enjoyable driving dynamics. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-30 for its upscale interior, attractive styling, and fun-to-drive character. Many also highlight the smooth ride and strong performance, which help the CX-30 feel more polished than many small crossovers.

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

The main tradeoffs are the cramped back seat and cargo area, along with infotainment controls that can feel unintuitive. Those compromises are easier to accept if you value the CX-30's upscale feel, engaging handling, and strong safety reputation.

39.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-30 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Mazda CX-30 for its stylish design, premium interior feel, and enjoyable driving character. Across the lineup, it also earns credit for a smooth ride and strong overall quality.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-30 between 4.6 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose carefully and verify condition, since the CX-30's strongest traits are paired with broad owner satisfaction.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 86.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: 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 an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB-C ports, and basic voice recognition technology
• Fuel efficiency: 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 pairs the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, automatic transmission, and AWD with an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB-C ports, and Mazda Connected Services.
• S Select Sport: This trim adds wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa built-in, making it a smart step up for shoppers who want easier smartphone integration.
• S Preferred: This trim brings a 10.25-inch screen with touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, front and rear parking sensors, and rear automatic braking; it stands out as the best-value trim for many buyers.
• S Aire Edition: This trim adds blacked-out exterior trim and accents, white artificial leather upholstery with cloth or simulated suede inserts, light gray contrast stitching, and suede-like dashboard trim for a more distinctive look.
• S Carbon Edition: This trim adds a more expressive appearance and a richer feature set for shoppers who want a more upscale presentation.
• S Premium: This trim adds a surround-view camera system and a more premium equipment mix.
• Turbo Aire Edition: This trim adds the turbocharged engine and the same Aire Edition styling treatment for buyers who want more power with a distinctive appearance.
• 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.

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, price, and condition. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and more accessible pricing.

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 year is still edging up, but the broader pattern shows recent prices easing across much of the lineup. The biggest drop is especially notable for shoppers targeting newer inventory.

The 2023, 2022, and 2020 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 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 as standard equipment.

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 −11.55% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −3.67%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 40.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 39.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,168. The Mazda CX-30 offers an upscale cabin and a fun-to-drive character that make it feel more premium than many small crossovers.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: All CX-30 models have a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but higher trim levels add a turbocharger. Without turbocharging, the engine makes a healthy 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. With the turbo, it cranks out 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque when running on regular gas, or 250 hp/320 lb-ft on premium.
• Tech: Mazda Connect is the name of the CX-30’s infotainment system, and it comes with two different screen sizes and varying levels of functionality. In the S, you get an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB-C ports, and basic voice recognition technology.
• Safety: For 2026, Mazda has enhanced the drivetrain with a brake-based limited-slip differential to improve traction in a variety of driving situations.
• 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.

How does the 2024 Mazda CX-30 compare to the 2024 Honda HR-V?

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.