Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale nearSanta Rosa, 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 $17,038, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,019. 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 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 interior, comfortable ride, and safety features. Across the model years, the recurring themes are a premium cabin, a refined driving experience, and family-friendly practicality.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert coverage are a cramped third row and technology that can feel unintuitive.

34.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-9 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the CX-9 as a comfortable, refined SUV with a premium feel, and expert coverage reinforces that impression with praise for its craftsmanship, safety, and overall driving experience. The model’s reputation is especially strong among buyers who value smooth road manners and upscale presentation.

• 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 prioritize a well-built family SUV with a strong track record of owner satisfaction.

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

Across all model years, at 63.2% 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, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, and front and rear parking sensors
• 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: Mazda Connect infotainment, standard all-wheel drive, and the core CX-9 driving character make this the entry point for shoppers who want the CX-9 experience at the lowest price.
• Touring: Adds more comfort and convenience equipment, plus available Bose audio and available SiriusXM satellite radio, making it a strong value-focused step up.
• Carbon Edition: Adds standard SiriusXM satellite radio, a wireless device charging pad, and a driver attention monitor with reverse automatic emergency braking, giving it a more upscale and safety-rich feel.
• Grand Touring: Adds Mazda Navigation, an Active Driving Display, standard SiriusXM satellite radio, and a more premium equipment mix for buyers who want a richer tech and comfort package.
• Signature: The most luxurious CX-9 trim, with the fullest premium presentation and the strongest upscale appeal for shoppers who want the top experience.

What Mazda CX-9 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of prices, trims, and conditions. That usually makes it easier to compare options and find a CX-9 that fits your budget and feature priorities.

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

The table shows broad downward movement across every model year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. Several years have seen double-digit or near-double-digit drops, so recent pricing has created more room for value-minded buyers. The smaller declines at the lower end of the table suggest some older CX-9s have softened a bit less than the newest ones.

The 2014, 2016, 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 includes a standard i-Activsense safety suite with blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.

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 −11.55% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −7.53%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 36.1% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 37.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,475. The Mazda CX-9 offers a premium-feeling cabin and a polished, engaging driving character 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 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.