Used Mazda CX-90 for Sale nearMalibu, CA

How much does the Mazda CX-90 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-90 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-90's current nationwide average price is $33,425, and its lowest point over the past year was $33,004. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda CX-90 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-90 is a strong choice if you want a stylish, engaging three-row SUV with premium touches and solid safety credentials. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs are a cramped third row, an unrefined powertrain, and unintuitive technology.

43.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-90 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Mazda CX-90 highly, and the newest expert evaluation praises its handling, design, and safety ratings. Across the model line, it comes across as a well-regarded SUV with strong appeal for shoppers who value style and driving enjoyment.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-90 between 4.33 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable, but you should still pay close attention to powertrain behavior and overall condition during a test drive.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda CX-90?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.7% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA rating for the CX-90 3.3 Turbo and Turbo S in combined city and highway driving is 25 mpg. On our Southern California fuel-economy driving loop, the Turbo S test vehicle averaged 25.5 mpg with i-Stop engaged. Later, on the mountainous evaluation loop, with i-Stop turned off and Sport mode activated for the twisty road driving, we observed 20.3 mpg.

Which Mazda CX-90 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 offers these trims:

• Select: The entry trim brings the 10.25-inch infotainment display, Amazon Alexa compatibility, text-messaging support, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard driver-assist features.
• Preferred: This trim adds to the 3.3 Turbo lineup and is part of the more affordable range for shoppers who want a step up from the entry model.
• Premium Sport: This trim adds the larger 12.3-inch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, and higher-level safety tech including active blind-spot monitors, lane-keep assist, head-on traffic avoidance steering assist, Cruising & Traffic Support, and post-collision braking.
• Premium Plus: Best-value trim for shoppers who want the fullest feature set; it adds front cross-traffic alert, automatic intersection braking, automatic rear braking with pedestrian detection, and a surround-view camera system with see-through and trailer-hitch views.

What Mazda CX-90 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-90 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Higher-volume model years usually give you more choices on trim, mileage, and price, which makes it easier to compare listings and find a strong value. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop if you want a balance of availability and deal quality.

What is the Mazda CX-90's resale value?

Prices are moving down across the model years shown, which is good news if you’re shopping used. The larger drop on the newer year suggests recent-model inventory has become more affordable quickly, while the older year has also softened meaningfully. The 2024 and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda CX-90 safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2024: 8/10

Standard driver-assist features include forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, safe-exit warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability.

For the safest used buy, the 2025 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-90 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −19.06% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.7%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 43.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 42.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $33,307. The Mazda CX-90 offers a stylish, upscale cabin with strong handling and a premium feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: In the CX-90 3.3 Turbo, the inline six makes 280 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque running on regular gas. Upgrade to the CX-90 3.3 Turbo S, and regular gas produces 319 hp and 369 lb-ft. Run that version on premium fuel, and the horsepower figure jumps to 340.
• Tech: A 10.25-inch infotainment display, Amazon Alexa compatibility, text-messaging support, and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on the base Select trim level. Other trim levels feature a larger 12.3-inch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: Premium Sport and higher trim levels also have active blind-spot monitors, lane-keep assist, and head-on traffic avoidance steering assist. Mazda’s Cruising & Traffic Support technology is also standard on these higher trim levels, along with post-collision braking.
• Starting price: The 3.3 Turbo model range is the most affordable, with Select, Preferred, Premium Sport, and Premium Plus trims ranging from $39,300 to $50,270.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.