Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale nearNisula, MI

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 $17,184, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,184. 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 pick if you want a stylish three-row SUV with a premium feel and engaging road manners. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-9 for its smooth handling, luxurious cabin, and comfortable ride. Across the lineup, it also earns credit for its safety features and upscale presentation, which help it feel more refined than many family-focused SUVs.

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

The main tradeoffs that come up most often are a cramped third row, limited cargo space, and technology that can feel unintuitive in some years. Even so, the CX-9’s blend of style, comfort, and driving enjoyment makes it a compelling used SUV for shoppers who value a more polished experience.

34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-9 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Mazda CX-9 for its smooth driving feel, upscale cabin, and strong safety reputation. Across the model years in the data, it comes across as a well-liked SUV that delivers a premium experience and earns high marks from drivers.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-9 between 4.5 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks reassuring, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and service records.

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

Across all model years, at 65.2% 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 safety suite
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Which Mazda CX-9 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry trim centers on the Mazda Connect infotainment system, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a six-speaker sound system, and standard all-wheel drive. It suits you if you want the CX-9’s core driving character and value-focused starting point.
• Touring: This trim adds available SiriusXM satellite radio, available Bose 12-speaker audio, and available wireless device charging, making it a strong step up for shoppers who want more convenience and audio upgrades.
• Carbon Edition: This trim adds standard SiriusXM satellite radio, standard wireless device charging, and a driver attention monitor with reverse automatic emergency braking, giving it a more feature-rich feel.
• Grand Touring: This trim adds Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display, standard SiriusXM satellite radio, standard wireless device charging, and the Bose 12-speaker audio system, making it the best-value choice if you want a fuller luxury-style feature set.
• Signature: This trim adds the most upscale presentation, including Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display, standard wireless device charging, and the Bose 12-speaker audio system, and it suits you if you want the most premium CX-9 experience.
• Carbon Edition: This trim adds standard SiriusXM satellite radio, standard wireless device charging, and a driver attention monitor with reverse automatic emergency braking, giving it a more feature-rich feel.

What Mazda CX-9 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-9 years with the most listings are 2022, 2020, and 2019.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they offer a broad mix of pricing, availability, and newer features. They also give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right combination of condition, equipment, and deal quality.

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

The CX-9’s used prices are moving lower across every model year shown, which can create better opportunities for shoppers. Several years have seen double-digit declines, while the rest are still down meaningfully year over year. That pattern favors used buyers who want more SUV for the money.

The 2023, 2017, and 2019 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 the Mazda i-Activsense safety suite.

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 −12.03% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −8.12%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 36.8% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 36.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,610. The Mazda CX-9 offers a stylish cabin, a premium feel, and a smooth, composed driving experience that make it especially appealing as a used family SUV.

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

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