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 $23,260, and its year-round low is $21,548.37. That puts the model's current pricing in a fairly tight band for shoppers comparing different model years. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, 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 style, comfort, and driving enjoyment. The all-generations owner rating is 4.76/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-5 for its luxurious feel, comfortable ride, and strong performance. They also highlight the stylish interiors and advanced safety features, which help give the model a more premium character. Across the lineup, the CX-5 tends to stand out for blending value with a rewarding driving experience.

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

The main trade-offs that come up in recent expert reviews are limited cargo space, rear-seat room that can feel tight, and infotainment systems that can be frustrating to use. Fuel economy also comes up as a recurring concern, especially in newer and turbo-equipped versions.

33.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-5 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the CX-5's comfortable ride, strong driving character, and upscale feel as core strengths. The model also earns repeated praise for its safety features and overall value, which helps reinforce its reputation as a well-rounded used SUV.

• 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, long-term ownership risk is generally manageable, but older model years deserve a careful history check because accident rates are higher and some early examples have more age-related concerns.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.4% — 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 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: 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, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto

Which Mazda CX-5 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 offers...

• 2.5 S: the entry trim starts at $29,990 and gives you standard AWD, Google built-in, and a 12.9-inch touchscreen; it covers the essentials well.
• 2.5 S Preferred: this is the best-value trim, adding 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 for a more upscale cabin experience.
• Premium Plus: this 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, paddle shifters, and more advanced highway-driving support.

What Mazda CX-5 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-5 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare trims, colors, and prices. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first because the inventory is deeper and the deal mix is strong.

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 prices that have softened. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while a few older examples are closer to flat or even moving up slightly. That mix suggests you can still find value across the lineup, especially if you're flexible on model year.

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

The 2015, 2023, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

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 one of the most comprehensive standard safety suites in its class.

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 −9.11% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −2.4%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.3% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $26,994. The Mazda CX-5 offers a stylish, upscale cabin and a rewarding driving feel that make it especially appealing as a daily driver.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The only available powertrain is the carryover SkyActiv-G 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, producing 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque and paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
• Tech: The old setup, controlled by a rotary knob on the center console—or via the narrow touchscreen itself in some, but not all circumstances—has been replaced by a 12.9-inch touchscreen on all trims except the top-tier Premium Plus, which gets a 15.6-inch unit.
• Safety: Every trim 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.
• Starting price: The lineup spans five trims from $29,990 for the 2.5 S to $38,990 for the Premium Plus—and every single one includes AWD as standard.

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 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.