Used Mazda CX-50 for Sale near Grimes, IA

How much does the Mazda CX-50 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-50 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-50's current nationwide average price is $29,704, and over the past year that average reached a low of $28,211. 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-50 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-50 is a strong pick if you want style, driving enjoyment, and an upscale feel in a compact crossover. The all-generations owner rating is 4.71/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-50 for its stylish design, quality interior, and strong performance, especially with the turbo engine. Many also like the spacious cargo area and modern infotainment system.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years are a firm ride, uncomfortable seats, and outdated technology.

36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-50 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Mazda CX-50’s stylish design, quality interior, and strong performance as standout strengths. The model also earns positive feedback for its modern cabin and overall driving character.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-50 between 4.67 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 prioritize a well-kept example and stay attentive to maintenance history.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda CX-50?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: i-Activesense collection of features includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, vehicle exit warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, a rear-seat alert system, and a driver-attention monitor.
• Infotainment: 10.25-inch infotainment screen with touchscreen functionality only for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA fuel economy rating is 26 mpg combined, the official fuel economy rating for the CX-50 2.5 Turbo is 25 mpg in combined driving, and the CX-50 Hybrid is EPA-rated at 38 mpg combined.

Which Mazda CX-50 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-50 offers these trims:

• 2.5 S: The entry gas model comes in Select, Preferred, Meridian Edition, and Premium trim levels, and it gives you the core CX-50 formula with standard all-wheel drive and the 2.5-liter setup.
• 2.5 Turbo: This is the performance-focused gas choice, with a standard trim, Meridian Edition, and Premium Plus; it adds stronger output and is the best fit if you want more passing power and towing capability.
• Hybrid: The hybrid lineup comes in Preferred, Premium, and Premium Plus trim, and it is the best-value choice if you want the CX-50’s character with stronger efficiency.

What Mazda CX-50 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-50 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices in trims, colors, and price points, which makes it easier to compare similar listings side by side. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often when they want the broadest selection.

What is the Mazda CX-50's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the model years listed, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The largest drop is in the newest year shown, while the other two years also moved lower at a slower pace. That pattern gives you multiple recent options with softer pricing than before.

The 2024, 2023, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda CX-50 safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 7/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 9/10

Mazda equips the CX-50 with the standard i-Activesense collection of features, including adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, vehicle exit warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, a rear-seat alert system, and a driver-attention monitor.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-50 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.69% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.38%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,752. The Mazda CX-50 offers a stylish, upscale cabin and a rewarding driving experience that make it feel more polished than many compact crossovers.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Every CX-50 has a 2.5-liter gasoline four-cylinder engine and AWD, which can be had with a turbocharger or a hybrid system as well as in basic naturally aspirated form, and the CX-50 Hybrid is EPA-rated at 38 mpg combined.
• Tech: A 10.25-inch infotainment screen features sophisticated graphics and logical menu structures, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Alexa built-in is available for conversational voice assistance.
• Safety: Our loaded test vehicle had a surround-view camera system and a front camera view for parking assistance, plus active blind-spot assist and cruising and traffic Support with lane centering at lower travel speeds.
• Starting price: Prices range from $31,495 to $44,495, including the $1,595 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 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 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.