Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale nearRochester, NY

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 $17,079, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,079. 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 stylish, comfortable three-row SUV with a premium feel. 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 interior, comfortable ride, and safety features. Across the model years, the recurring themes are a polished driving experience, upscale cabin materials, and family-friendly comfort.

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

The main trade-offs are a cramped third row, cargo space that trails some rivals, and technology that can feel unintuitive in several years. Even so, the CX-9 remains appealing if you value style, refinement, and driving enjoyment in a family SUV.

35.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-9 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Mazda CX-9 as a well-built, refined SUV with a premium feel and strong everyday appeal. The model’s reputation is reinforced by owner praise for smooth driving, craftsmanship, safety features, and overall value.

• 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, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify vehicle history and choose a well-maintained example.

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

Across all model years, at 64% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: i-Activsense suite 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
• 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 brings Mazda Connect, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, standard all-wheel drive, and the core safety suite, making it the value-focused starting point.
• Touring: Adds SiriusXM availability, a Bose 12-speaker audio system availability, and available wireless device charging, making it a strong step up for shoppers who want more convenience and audio upgrades.
• Carbon Edition: Adds standard SiriusXM, standard wireless device charging, and a driver attention monitor plus reverse automatic emergency braking, making it a well-equipped choice with a more premium feel.
• Grand Touring: Adds Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display, standard SiriusXM, standard wireless device charging, and standard Bose audio, making it the best-value trim for shoppers who want a fuller luxury-style feature set.
• Signature: Adds the most upscale presentation, standard navigation, standard Active Driving Display, standard Bose audio, and the richest overall equipment mix for buyers who want the top trim.

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 the most popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and lower used-car pricing.

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

Most CX-9 model years are showing negative year-over-year price movement, which is good news if you’re shopping used. The larger drops on several years suggest there are opportunities to buy at a lower entry point than a year ago. The spread also shows that newer examples are still adjusting in price, while older ones are moving more gradually.

The 2023, 2014, and 2016 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 includes the i-Activsense safety suite with blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, 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 −12.23% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −7.54%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 34% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 36%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,450. The Mazda CX-9 offers a stylish, premium-feeling cabin and a polished driving experience that make it especially appealing for family buyers.

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 November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.