Used Mazda MAZDA6 for Sale nearLocustville, VA

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 $13,919, and its lowest nationwide average price over the past year was $13,353.

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 its stylish design, enjoyable handling, comfortable ride, and premium-feeling interior. Across the model years with expert coverage, the Mazda6 also stands out for its engaging driving character and polished cabin presentation.

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

The main trade-offs center on outdated technology, the absence of all-wheel drive, and some versions that emphasize comfort and style more than outright power.

31.1% 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 the expert coverage reinforces that it delivers a polished, well-rounded ownership experience. The strongest themes across the data are its appealing design, comfortable ride, and sporty feel.

• Owners rate the Mazda MAZDA6 between 4.6 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 verify vehicle history and choose a well-kept example.

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

Across all model years, at 51.4% 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; Grand Touring trim or higher adds wireless Apple CarPlay
• 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 core Mazda6 driving character.
• Touring: Adds the same 186-horsepower engine with a more upscale equipment mix for shoppers who want a balanced value choice.
• Grand Touring: Brings the turbocharged 250-hp version of the 2.5-liter engine and wireless Apple CarPlay.
• Grand Touring Reserve: Adds adaptive headlights, a wiper de-icer system, and an Active Driving Display, while serving as the base for the Carbon Edition.
• Carbon Edition: Adds exclusive Polymetal Gray paint, red leather and contrast stitching, and black metallic wheels.
• Signature: The luxury-leaning choice with premium Nappa leather, genuine Sen wood trim, LED interior lighting, a black headliner, Ultrasuede inserts, an embedded navigation system, driver-attention alert, traffic-sign recognition, rear automatic braking, a surround-view camera system, and front and rear parking sensors.

What Mazda MAZDA6 do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right combination of price, condition, and equipment. They also often sit in the sweet spot where the Mazda6’s styling and driving appeal remain strong while prices are more approachable than newer examples.

What is the Mazda MAZDA6's resale value?

Most model years in the table are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A couple of older years are moving up, showing that some well-liked examples are still drawing stronger prices. Overall, the pattern points to a market where recent models are easing while older ones can still command solid demand.

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

Every 2021 Mazda6 is equipped with i-Activesense.

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 −4.08% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −4.75%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 33.2% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,140. The Mazda MAZDA6 offers a stylish, upscale feel with engaging handling and a comfortable ride. 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 Mazda6 brings a lower average used price, a higher share of good and great deals, and a more engaging driving character. The Accord counters with a slightly higher horsepower figure and far more listings, which gives you more shopping choices.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.