New Mazda CX-30 for Sale nearMankato, MN

How much does the Mazda CX-30 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-30 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-30's current nationwide average price is $23,459, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $22,895 over the past year.

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-30 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-30 earns strong marks from owners across the lineup, and its appeal centers on a stylish design, a premium-feeling cabin, and enjoyable driving dynamics. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-30 for its upscale interior, fun-to-drive character, and smooth ride. Many also highlight its strong safety reputation and overall sense of quality.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a cramped back seat, limited cargo space, and an infotainment setup that can take some getting used to.

34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-30 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Mazda CX-30’s stylish design, premium cabin feel, and enjoyable driving character. The model also earns praise for its safety reputation and overall sense of quality.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-30 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 if you choose carefully and verify condition, history, and maintenance records.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda CX-30?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 87.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and a safe exit alert
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect with an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and two USB-C ports
• Fuel efficiency: 27 mpg combined with the standard engine, and 25 mpg combined with the turbo

Which Mazda CX-30 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-30 offers these trims:

• S: the entry point with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Mazda Connected Services; a solid starting point if you want the core CX-30 experience.
• S Select Sport: adds wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa built-in, making it the best-value trim for shoppers who want a more modern tech setup.
• S Preferred: adds a 10.25-inch screen with touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus wireless smartphone charging.
• S Aire Edition: adds blacked-out exterior trim and accents, white artificial leather upholstery, cloth or simulated suede inserts, light gray contrast stitching, and suede-like dashboard trim for a more distinctive look and feel.
• S Carbon Edition: adds its own appearance-focused upgrade path within the lineup for shoppers who want a more expressive trim.
• S Premium: adds a surround-view camera system and sits among the more upscale non-turbo choices.
• Turbo Aire Edition: adds the turbocharged powertrain for stronger performance while keeping the Aire Edition’s unique styling treatment.
• Turbo Premium Plus: adds the turbocharged powertrain, a surround-view camera system, and Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology with lane-centering assist for low-speed traffic.

What Mazda CX-30 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-30 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Those higher-volume years tend to draw the most attention because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right color, trim, and price. They also sit close to the sweet spot between newer features and used-car value.

What is the Mazda CX-30's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want more value for your money. One year is edging up slightly, but the broader pattern still favors buyers looking for recent-model bargains. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer listings, while several older years are changing more gradually.

The 2023, 2022, and 2020 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mazda CX-30 safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2024: 10/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 10/10

The 2026 Mazda CX-30 includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and a safe exit alert as standard driver assistance systems.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2024 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-30 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −11.27% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −4.0%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,181. The Mazda CX-30 offers a premium-feeling cabin and a stylish, fun-to-drive character that make it feel more upscale than many small crossovers.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: All CX-30 models have a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but higher trim levels add a turbocharger; without turbocharging, the engine makes 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque, while the turbo cranks out 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque on regular gas or 250 hp/320 lb-ft on premium.
• Tech: Mazda Connect comes with an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and two USB-C ports, while higher trims add wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Alexa built-in, a 10.25-inch screen, touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: For 2026, Mazda has enhanced the drivetrain with a brake-based limited-slip differential to improve traction in a variety of driving situations.
• Starting price: Prices range from $27,870 to $39,395, including the $1,495 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Mazda CX-30 compare to the 2024 Honda HR-V?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

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