Used Mazda MAZDA6 for Sale nearPalatine, 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 $13,989, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $13,321 over the past year.

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 stylish sedan that feels rewarding to drive and has a comfortable, upscale cabin.

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 interior. They also frequently highlight its sporty performance and reliability, with many saying it feels more luxurious than its price suggests.

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

The main trade-offs in recent expert reviews center on outdated technology and the absence of all-wheel drive, while some buyers may also want more powerful engine options.

32.0% 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 repeatedly praise its reliability across model years. Expert reviews also reinforce its appeal with strong marks for safety, driving dynamics, and overall quality.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable, especially if you verify condition and maintenance history before you buy.

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

Across all model years, at 49.2% 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 touchscreen functionality when the car is stopped, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, HD Radio, internet radio, text-messaging support, and E911 automatic emergency notification
• Fuel efficiency: 26 mpg in combined driving

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 a strong value position in the lineup.
• Touring: Adds the same 186-horsepower engine with a step up in equipment for shoppers who want more comfort and convenience.
• Grand Touring: Brings the turbocharged 250-hp version of the 2.5-liter engine and adds wireless Apple CarPlay, three free months of SiriusXM satellite radio, and an 11-speaker Bose premium audio system.
• 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: Adds the most luxurious cabin treatment, including brilliant silver 19-inch wheels, a Gunmetal-finish grille, premium Nappa leather upholstery, genuine Sen wood interior trim, LED interior lighting, a black headliner, Ultrasuede door panel and dashboard inserts, embedded navigation, and three years of SiriusXM Travel Link services.

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 trim, mileage, and price combination. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and lower used-car pricing.

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 want to buy used at a softer price point. A few older years are rising, showing that some versions continue to attract steady demand. Overall, the pattern points to a market where recent models are easing while older examples can still command firmer pricing.

The 2016, 2017, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

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 −5.74% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −2.84%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 35.2% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $13,848. The Mazda MAZDA6 offers a stylish, upscale feel with engaging handling that makes it especially appealing if you want a sedan that feels more rewarding than the average family car.

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 comes in at a lower average used price, while the Accord brings more listings to shop from. The Mazda also posts a stronger good-and-great deal share, and both cars have similar accident-free shares.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.