Used Mazda MAZDA6 for Sale nearAlhambra, IL

How much does the Mazda MAZDA6 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda MAZDA6 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda MAZDA6's current nationwide average price is $13,890, and its lowest point over the past year was $13,337. Recently, prices have come down for the 2019, 2020, and 2021 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda MAZDA6 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda MAZDA6 is a strong pick if you want a sedan that feels stylish, enjoyable to drive, and more upscale than its price suggests. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Mazda MAZDA6 for its stylish design, enjoyable handling, comfortable ride, and premium-feeling cabin. Across the years, buyers also repeatedly highlight its sporty character, spacious interior, and reliability.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 and 2015 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on the older technology and, in some years, the desire for more power. For shoppers who value driving enjoyment and a polished feel, those compromises are easy to weigh against the car’s strengths.

30.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda MAZDA6 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Mazda MAZDA6 as stylish, comfortable, and enjoyable to drive, and they also frequently praise its reliability and solid everyday character. Expert coverage reinforces that impression with notes about its composed ride, premium-feeling cabin, and well-rounded driving manners.

• Owners rate the Mazda MAZDA6 between 4.6 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a car that can be a reassuring long-term choice when you prioritize condition, maintenance history, and a clean vehicle record.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda MAZDA6?

Across all model years, at 52.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: i-Activesense
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 26 mpg in combined driving; our testing result of 26.1 mpg

Which Mazda MAZDA6 trim should I buy?

The 2021 Mazda MAZDA6 offers these trims:

• Sport: Entry trim with the 186-horsepower Skyactiv 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and the Mazda6’s core driving character.
• Touring: Adds the same 186-horsepower engine with a more equipped setup for shoppers who want a step up in comfort and features.
• Grand Touring: Brings the turbocharged 250-hp version of the 2.5-liter engine and wireless Apple CarPlay.
• Grand Touring Reserve: Adds the turbocharged engine and serves as the foundation for the Carbon Edition, making it the best-value step for shoppers who want a richer feature set.
• Carbon Edition: Adds exclusive Polymetal Gray paint, red leather and contrast stitching, and black metallic wheels.
• Signature: Adds the most luxurious cabin treatment, including premium Nappa leather, genuine Sen wood trim, LED interior lighting, and an exclusive grille.

What Mazda MAZDA6 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda MAZDA6 years with the most listings are 2017, 2016, and 2015.

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and condition. They also often sit in a sweet spot where pricing, availability, and feature content line up well for used shoppers.

What is the Mazda MAZDA6's resale value?

Most model years in this set are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A couple of older years are moving upward, so the pattern is not uniform across the lineup. Overall, the table points to a market where recent-model pricing has softened while some earlier years have shown modest gains.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2017, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda MAZDA6 safe?

• 2021: 9/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2016: 10/10
• 2015: 10/10

i-Activesense is standard on the 2021 Mazda6.

For the safest used buy, the 2015 and 2016 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda MAZDA6 now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2020 model is at −3.6% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −5.11%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 32.4% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,313. The Mazda MAZDA6 offers a stylish, upscale feel that makes it especially appealing if you want a sedan with personality and a rewarding drive.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2015 Mazda MAZDA6 compare to the 2015 Honda Accord?

Our experts score the 2015 Mazda MAZDA6 8.7/10 and the 2015 Honda Accord 8.2/10. The Mazda MAZDA6 brings the lower average used price, the stronger highway mpg figure, and the higher good-and-great deal share. The Honda Accord offers more listings and a slightly higher horsepower figure, so it gives you more inventory to shop from.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.