Used Mazda CX-90 for Sale nearSan Diego, 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 $33,915, and its year-round low is $31,055.89. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now, with recent model years showing clear price separation. 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 pick if you want a three-row SUV with a premium look, engaging driving feel, and a cabin that feels more upscale than many rivals. 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 trade-offs are the firm ride, the uneven power delivery, and the infotainment setup that can feel fiddly in daily use.

34.2% 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 expert writeups repeatedly point to strong handling, premium design, and solid safety ratings as standout strengths. The CX-90 also earns praise for its composed road manners and upscale cabin presentation.

• 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 if you prioritize well-kept examples and pay attention to the powertrain and technology behavior 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 92.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: 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.
• Infotainment: 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.
• 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: Best for value if you want the entry point to the lineup with the 10.25-inch infotainment display, Amazon Alexa compatibility, text-messaging support, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the standard driver-assist suite.
• Preferred: Adds a more upscale step up in the lineup for shoppers who want more comfort and convenience without moving too far up the price ladder.
• Premium Sport: Adds active blind-spot monitors, lane-keep assist, head-on traffic avoidance steering assist, Cruising & Traffic Support, and post-collision braking.
• Premium Plus: 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.

Those higher-volume model years tend to draw the most attention because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, color, and price. They also usually offer the broadest mix of deals and equipment combinations.

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

The CX-90 shows meaningful year-over-year price declines in the used market, which can work in your favor if you're shopping for value. The larger drop on the newer model year suggests recent examples have moved down more sharply, while the other recent year has also softened. 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 −19.28% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.35%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.2% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $34,530. The Mazda CX-90 offers a premium cabin with stylish design and a sporty, engaging character.

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.
• 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 2027 inventory to mature.

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