Used Mazda CX-9 for Sale nearSantee, 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 $17,578, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $17,390 over the past year.

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 used SUV choice if you want a stylish three-row model with a premium feel and engaging road manners. The all-generations owner rating is 4.78/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its smooth handling, luxurious cabin, and comfortable ride. They also frequently highlight its safety features and upscale interior materials, which help the CX-9 feel more refined than many family-focused rivals.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert reviews are the cramped third row and the unintuitive technology setup, so you should weigh those against the CX-9’s comfort and upscale character.

34.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-9 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Mazda CX-9 for its smooth handling, luxurious interior, and strong safety features. Expert reviews also reinforce its polished driving character and upscale presentation.

• 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, that combination points to a model with solid long-term ownership appeal, especially if you prioritize comfort, refinement, and a premium feel.

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

Across all model years, at 66% 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 with blind-spot monitoring, 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 CX-9 driving character. It suits you if you want the most affordable way into the lineup.
• Touring: This trim adds more convenience and comfort equipment, and it can be a smart value choice if you want a better-equipped CX-9 without moving to the upper luxury-focused versions.
• Carbon Edition: This trim adds a more distinctive appearance, standard SiriusXM, a wireless charging pad, and a driver attention monitor with reverse automatic emergency braking. It suits you if you want a richer feature set and a more upscale look.
• Grand Touring: This trim adds Mazda Navigation, the Active Driving Display, standard SiriusXM, a wireless charging pad, and a Bose 12-speaker audio system. It is a strong choice if you want a well-rounded premium setup.
• Signature: This trim adds the most upscale presentation, along with the full set of high-end comfort and technology features. It is 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, 2020, and 2019.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also sit in the sweet spot where newer features and broader availability often overlap.

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

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. Several years have seen sizable drops, while a few have moved down more gradually, giving you a range of value opportunities depending on how new you want to go.

The 2017, 2023, 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 Mazda i-Activsense with blind-spot monitoring, 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 −12.58% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −8.38%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 34% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 33.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,562. The Mazda CX-9 offers a stylish cabin, a premium feel, and a polished driving character 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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.