New Mazda CX-30 for Sale nearMontpelier, VT

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 $23,853, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $22,910 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 is a strong pick if you want a small crossover with a stylish design, a luxurious interior, and enjoyable driving performance. The all-generations owner rating is 4.74/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CX-30’s upscale cabin, sporty design, and fun-to-drive character. Many also highlight the smooth ride and premium feel, which help the model stand out for shoppers who want value without giving up refinement.

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

The main trade-offs center on rear-seat space, cargo room, and infotainment usability, especially in recent years with expert coverage. Even so, the CX-30’s overall mix of style, quality, and driving enjoyment makes it an appealing used buy.

35.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-30 models reliable?

Owners across the lineup consistently praise the Mazda CX-30 for its stylish design, interior quality, and enjoyable driving dynamics. Expert coverage also reinforces the model’s premium feel, smooth ride, and strong overall character.

• Owners rate the Mazda CX-30 between 4.57 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that points to a model with broad owner satisfaction and a generally reassuring long-term ownership profile.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 87.9% — 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: Mazda’s standard driver-assistance suite 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.
• Infotainment: Mazda Connect includes an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB-C ports, and basic voice recognition technology.
• Fuel efficiency: Fuel economy ratings are 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 trim includes the 2.5-liter engine, automatic transmission, AWD, Mazda Connect with an 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB-C ports, and standard driver assistance features.
• S Select Sport: This trim adds wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa built-in, making it a smart value choice if you want easier smartphone integration.
• S Preferred: This trim adds a 10.25-inch screen, touchscreen functionality for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, front and rear parking sensors, and rear automatic braking.
• S Aire Edition: This trim adds blacked-out exterior trim and accents, white artificial leather upholstery with cloth or simulated suede inserts, light gray contrast stitching, and suede-like dashboard trim.
• S Carbon Edition: This trim adds its own appearance-focused treatment for shoppers who want a more distinctive look.
• S Premium: This trim adds a surround-view camera system and the premium equipment expected at the upper end of the non-turbo lineup.
• Turbo Aire Edition: This trim adds the turbocharged engine and the stronger performance that comes with it.
• Turbo Premium Plus: This trim adds the top-tier equipment, including Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology with lane-centering assist.

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 price and equipment mix. They also usually represent the sweet spot between newer features and broader availability.

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

Most CX-30 model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. One model year is essentially flat to slightly higher, while the rest show declines that create more room for value-focused buyers.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2021, 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 Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology, which adds lane-centering assist and works at low speeds to assist a driver in heavy traffic.

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 −8.31% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −6.6%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,474. The Mazda CX-30 offers a premium cabin, stylish design, and an engaging driving feel that make it easy to live with every day.

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 makes 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, two USB-C ports, and basic voice recognition technology, 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: The latest model adds Mazda’s Cruising and Traffic Support technology, which adds lane-centering assist and works at low speeds to assist a driver in heavy traffic.
• 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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.