Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale nearSan Francisco, CA

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 $18,314, and its year-round low is $18,409.36. That gives you a useful snapshot of what this model is trading for across the lineup. The spread between newer and older model years is wide, so your budget can take you from early second-generation examples to much more recent versions.

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 a driving experience that owners consistently enjoy. The all-generations owner rating is 4.78/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the CX-9 for its smooth handling, luxurious interior, comfortable ride, powerful performance, and safety features. Across the model years, the CX-9 also stands out for its upscale presentation and polished road manners, which help it feel more refined than many family SUVs.

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

The main trade-offs are the third row, which is tighter than many shoppers may want, and technology that can feel unintuitive in several years. For used buyers, that means the CX-9 makes the most sense if you value style, comfort, and driving enjoyment more than maximum interior and cargo space.

32.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-9 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the CX-9 highly for comfort, craftsmanship, safety, and overall driving satisfaction. Expert commentary also points to a strong reputation for reliability and a premium-feeling build quality that carries through the lineup.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-9 between 4.54 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 verify vehicle history and choose a well-kept example with the equipment and condition you want.

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

Across all model years, at 67.5% 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-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: 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 Mazda Connect, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a six-speaker audio system, and a broad safety suite, making it the value-focused starting point.
• Touring: This trim adds SiriusXM availability and can be equipped with the Bose 12-speaker audio system, making it a smart step up if you want richer in-cabin tech and sound.
• Carbon Edition: This trim adds standard SiriusXM, a wireless device charging pad, third-row USB ports, and a driver attention monitor with reverse automatic emergency braking, giving it a strong mix of convenience and safety upgrades.
• Grand Touring: This trim adds Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display head-up display, standard SiriusXM, a wireless device charging pad, and the Bose 12-speaker audio system, making it a well-rounded upscale choice.
• Signature: This trim adds the most premium presentation, with Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display, standard SiriusXM, a wireless device charging pad, and the Bose 12-speaker audio system, making it the best fit if you want the most luxurious CX-9 experience.

What Mazda CX-9 do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of availability, newer features, and a wide range of prices. More listings also usually mean more chances to compare trims, mileage, and condition before you buy.

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

Most CX-9 model years are showing negative year-over-year movement, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The larger drops on several years suggest there are opportunities to find stronger value, while the smaller declines on a few years point to steadier pricing. Overall, the table shows a market where prices are easing rather than climbing.

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 includes a broad standard 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 or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −12.27% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −8.93%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 31.1% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 33.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $24,385. The Mazda CX-9 offers a stylish cabin, a premium feel, and a polished driving experience that make it appealing across model years.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model uses a SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter turbo-four with 227 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque on regular gas, or 250 hp and 320 lb-ft on premium fuel.
• Tech: The latest model includes Mazda Connect, Mazda Connected Services, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot trial.
• Safety: The latest model adds a driver attention monitor and reverse automatic emergency braking on Carbon Edition and above.
• Starting price: $35,630

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2024 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.