Used Mazda CX-5 for Sale nearAnkeny, IA

How much does the Mazda CX-5 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-5's current nationwide average price is $23,773, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $21,539 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda CX-5 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-5 is a strong pick if you want a compact SUV with a premium feel, comfortable ride, and engaging driving character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.76/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Mazda CX-5 for its luxurious feel, comfortable ride, stylish interior, strong performance, and advanced safety features. Across the model years, the CX-5 also stands out for its driving enjoyment and overall value, with many shoppers appreciating how polished it feels for the segment.

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

The main trade-offs are the limited cargo space, the smaller rear seat area in some years, and infotainment systems that can feel less intuitive. Recent expert reviews also point to fuel economy and power as recurring compromises, especially in versions focused more on everyday efficiency than stronger acceleration.

38.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-5 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Mazda CX-5 for its comfort, handling, and overall value, and the strongest years also earn positive remarks for their smooth ride and solid feature content. Expert reviews reinforce that appeal by highlighting the model’s premium feel, strong driving character, and well-rounded ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-5 between 4.6 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture is strongest in later model years, where owner satisfaction stays high and the overall package feels more refined.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.1% — 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: The 2026 CX-5 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.
• Infotainment: The 2026 CX-5 adds a 12.9-inch touchscreen on all trims except the top-tier Premium Plus, which gets a 15.6-inch unit, plus Google built-in across the lineup.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates the CX-5 at 24 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 combined mpg.

Which Mazda CX-5 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 offers these trims:

• 2.5 S: The entry trim starts the lineup with standard AWD, Google built-in, a 12.9-inch touchscreen, and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, making it the value-focused starting point.
• 2.5 S Select: This trim adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, giving you a more convenient tech setup.
• 2.5 S Preferred: This is the best-value trim, adding AWD, 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.
• Premium: This trim adds a Bose 12-speaker audio system and SiriusXM satellite radio.
• Premium Plus: The top trim adds the larger 15.6-inch screen, a 360-degree View Monitor with underfloor and parking views, a Driver Monitoring system, rear USB-C ports, an adaptive front-lighting system, front cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, and Cruising & Traffic Support with Lane-Change Assist.

What Mazda CX-5 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-5 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2026.

These higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer a strong mix of newer features, broad availability, and competitive pricing. They also give you more choices on trim and condition, which makes it easier to find a CX-5 that fits your budget and equipment needs.

What is the Mazda CX-5's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to avoid paying peak prices. A few years are still rising, so the market is mixed rather than moving in one direction across the board. The biggest drops are concentrated in newer and mid-cycle years, while some older examples are holding firmer or moving up.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Mazda CX-5 safe?

• 2026: 9/10
• 2025: 6/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 10/10
• 2022: 10/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 10/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 9/10
• 2015: 9/10

The 2026 CX-5 comes with a comprehensive standard safety suite that includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, rear automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, and parking sensors. The top-tier Premium Plus adds even more advanced driver-assistance and camera features.

For the safest used buy, the 2020, 2022 and 2023 models all post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −7.21% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −1.17%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 40.9% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 39.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $26,776. The Mazda CX-5 offers a premium-feeling cabin, stylish design, and a driving character that stands out in the compact SUV class.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2026 CX-5 uses a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder with 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque, and it returns 24 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 combined mpg.
• Tech: The 2026 CX-5 adds a 12.9-inch touchscreen, Google built-in, Google Maps, Google Gemini AI voice assistant, and Google Play Store access.
• Safety: The 2026 CX-5 adds front cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, Cruising & Traffic Support with Lane-Change Assist, a driver monitoring system, and a 360-degree View Monitor.
• Starting price: The CX-5 lineup starts at $29,990.

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 October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Mazda CX-5 Trims

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

• Starting at $29,466
• Best MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Most Popular: 2.5 S Preferred AWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

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: $29,466 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 157 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 more comfort and tech features without stepping up to the higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $31,139 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 2,248 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 well-rounded package with premium features and a spacious interior.

• Avg. market price: $34,242 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 2,984 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 luxury features and a refined driving experience without going all out.

• Avg. market price: $36,180 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 601 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 luxury and technology features in a compact SUV.

• Avg. market price: $37,349 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 1,125 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 2.5 S Preferred AWD

With 2,984 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 AWD

At $29,466 avg market price — below the lineup median of $34,242 — 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 the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 24/30 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.