Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale nearElko, NV

How much does the Mazda CX-9 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-9 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-9's current nationwide average price is $18,092, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,040. Recently, prices have come down for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda CX-9 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-9 is a strong choice if you want a three-row SUV with a polished feel and a rewarding driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.78/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-9 for its smooth handling, comfortable ride, and luxurious interior. Spaciousness and safety also come up often as recurring strengths, especially for families who want a stylish SUV with a premium atmosphere.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2016 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs are a cramped third row, technology that can feel unintuitive, and cargo space that can feel tight when you need maximum family-hauling flexibility.

32.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-9 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Mazda CX-9 as comfortable, well-built, and enjoyable to drive, with strong praise for its craftsmanship and premium feel. Expert commentary also reinforces its reputation for quality, reliability, and a polished ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-9 between 4.54 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, the CX-9 looks like a solid used buy if you prioritize a refined driving experience and keep up with routine maintenance.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda CX-9?

Across all model years, at 67.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2023 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Mazda i-Activsense suite
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity

Which Mazda CX-9 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry trim brings standard all-wheel drive, the turbocharged engine, Mazda Connect, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a broad set of safety features, making it the value-focused starting point.
• Touring: This trim adds more convenience and comfort equipment, and it is the best-value choice if you want a more upscale daily driver without moving to the highest-priced versions.
• Carbon Edition: This trim adds distinctive styling touches, a wireless charging pad, and extra safety tech, giving it a more premium look and feel.
• Grand Touring: This trim adds Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display, and more luxury-oriented tech, making it a strong pick if you want a richer feature set.
• Signature: This trim adds the most upscale cabin presentation and the fullest equipment list, making it the top choice if you want the CX-9 at its most premium.

What Mazda CX-9 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-9 years with the most listings are 2022, 2020, and 2021.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they offer a strong mix of availability, newer features, and pricing that still sits below the newest model years. More listings also give you more room to compare condition, mileage, and deal quality.

What is the Mazda CX-9's resale value?

Most CX-9 model years are down year over year, which is good news if you are shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The biggest drops are concentrated in several newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples are changing more slowly. That pattern suggests there are opportunities across the lineup, especially if you are flexible on model year and trim.

The 2014, 2017, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda CX-9 safe?

• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2016: 9/10

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 comes standard with blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.

For the safest used buy, the 2016, 2021 and 2022 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-9 now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −11.59% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −8.08%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 33.1% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 33.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $24,232. The Mazda CX-9 offers a polished cabin and a comfortable, upscale driving experience that makes it feel a step above many family SUVs.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.