Used Mazda MAZDA6 for Sale nearPalm Desert, CA

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 $14,579, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $13,254 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2019 and 2020 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda MAZDA6 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda MAZDA6 earns strong marks from owners across the lineup, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.58/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Mazda MAZDA6 for its stylish design, enjoyable handling, and comfortable ride. They also frequently highlight its sporty feel, spacious interior, and upscale character for the price.

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

The main trade-offs that come up in recent expert reviews center on all-wheel drive availability and the aging infotainment setup, while some shoppers also note that the engine lineup could feel stronger.

30.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda MAZDA6 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Mazda MAZDA6 for its stylish design, enjoyable handling, comfortable ride, and upscale feel for the price. Expert feedback also points to strong driving dynamics, a premium cabin, and solid everyday usability.

• Owners rate the Mazda MAZDA6 between 4.64 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination suggests a model that can be a reassuring long-term choice when you verify condition and maintenance history carefully.

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

Across all model years, at 53.1% 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, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth
• 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: The entry trim starts with the 186-horsepower Skyactiv 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and gives you the Mazda6’s core driving character at the lowest price.
• Touring: This trim keeps the 186-horsepower engine and adds a step up in equipment for shoppers who want more comfort and convenience.
• Grand Touring: This trim brings the turbocharged 250-hp version of the 2.5-liter engine and adds wireless Apple CarPlay, making it a strong value pick for tech-focused buyers.
• Grand Touring Reserve: This trim adds adaptive headlights, a wiper de-icer system, and an Active Driving Display, and it serves as the base for the Carbon Edition.
• Carbon Edition: This special edition adds exclusive Polymetal Gray paint, red leather and contrast stitching, and black metallic wheels for shoppers who want a more distinctive look.
• Signature: This top trim adds the most luxurious cabin treatment, including premium Nappa leather, genuine Sen wood trim, LED interior lighting, and a surround-view camera system.

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 combination of price, mileage, and condition. They also often sit in a sweet spot where the Mazda MAZDA6’s core strengths are still easy to find at a more accessible price.

What is the Mazda MAZDA6's resale value?

Most of the model years in the table are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few older years are rising, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. Overall, the pattern suggests that recent model years have become more approachable while some earlier examples continue to attract steady demand.

The 2021 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 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 across all trims 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 −4.65% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −2.14%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 32.8% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,328. The Mazda MAZDA6 offers a stylish, upscale feel with enjoyable handling and a comfortable ride.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.