New Mazda CX-5 for Sale nearEl Paso, TX

How much does the Mazda CX-5 cost in today's market?

Used Mazda CX-5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mazda CX-5's current nationwide average price is $23,571, and its lowest point over the past year was $21,535. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mazda CX-5 a good car?

Yes — the Mazda CX-5 earns strong marks from owners across the lineup, and its appeal is built around style, comfort, and driving enjoyment. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Mazda CX-5 for its luxurious feel, comfortable ride, and strong performance. They also highlight the stylish interior, advanced safety features, and overall value, which help make it a popular choice for families and daily driving.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 and 2018 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on cargo space, rear-seat room, fuel economy, and infotainment usability, especially in recent years. 38.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mazda CX-5 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Mazda CX-5 highly, and the model’s strongest feedback centers on comfort, handling, and overall satisfaction. Expert commentary also points to a well-executed driving experience and a premium-feeling cabin across many years.

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

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture is strongest when you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

What should I look for when buying a used Mazda CX-5?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: The 2026 CX-5 includes adaptive cruise control with speed limit assist, automatic emergency braking with Turn-Across Traffic detection and Head-On Collision Mitigation, rear automatic emergency braking with rear cross-traffic alert and pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, vehicle exit warning, driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, and dynamic guidelines for the rear-view camera.
• Infotainment: The 2026 CX-5 features a 12.9-inch touchscreen on all trims except the top-tier Premium Plus, which gets a 15.6-inch unit, plus Google built-in across the lineup and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the Select trim and everything above it.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates the CX-5 at 24 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 combined mpg.

Which Mazda CX-5 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 offers these trims:

• 2.5 S: The entry trim starts the lineup with standard AWD, Google built-in, and a 12.9-inch touchscreen, making it the foundation for the model’s new tech-forward setup.
• Select: This trim adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, making it a smart step up if you want easier smartphone integration.
• Preferred: This is the best-value trim, adding AWD, 19-inch wheels, a power liftgate, a head-up display, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a 10-way power driver’s seat with memory.
• Premium: This trim adds a Bose 12-speaker audio system and SiriusXM satellite radio for a more upscale cabin experience.
• Premium Plus: This top trim adds the larger 15.6-inch screen, a 360-degree View Monitor with underfloor and parking views, a Driver Monitoring system, rear USB-C ports, and paddle shifters.

What Mazda CX-5 do most buyers choose?

The Mazda CX-5 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2026.

These higher-volume model years tend to draw the most attention because they offer the broadest mix of availability, newer features, and pricing that still sits below new-car levels. They also give you more room to compare condition, mileage, and deal quality across multiple listings.

What is the Mazda CX-5's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few years are rising, though, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. The strongest pricing pressure appears in the newer and mid-cycle years, while some older examples are showing modest gains.

The 2014 and 2017 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Mazda CX-5 safe?

• 2026: 9/10
• 2025: 6/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 10/10
• 2022: 10/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 10/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 9/10
• 2015: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2020, 2022 and 2023 models all post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mazda CX-5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −5.89% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −2.35%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 40.4% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 38%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $26,597. The Mazda CX-5 offers a stylish, upscale cabin and a fun-to-drive personality that make it feel more premium than many compact SUVs.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2026 CX-5 uses a carryover SkyActiv-G 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, producing 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque and paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, and the EPA rates it at 24 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 combined mpg.
• Tech: The 2026 CX-5 replaces the old setup with a 12.9-inch touchscreen on all trims except the top-tier Premium Plus, which gets a 15.6-inch unit, and adds Google built-in across the lineup with Google Maps, Google Gemini AI voice assistant, and Google Play Store access.
• Safety: The 2026 CX-5 adds a comprehensive standard safety suite with adaptive cruise control with speed limit assist, automatic emergency braking with Turn-Across Traffic detection and Head-On Collision Mitigation, rear automatic emergency braking with rear cross-traffic alert and pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitors, vehicle exit warning, driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, front and rear parking sensors, and dynamic guidelines for the rear-view camera.
• Starting price: The lineup spans five trims from $29,990 for the 2.5 S to $38,990 for the Premium Plus.

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-5 compare to the 2024 Honda CR-V?

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

Compare 2025 Mazda CX-5 Trims in El Paso, TX

The 2025 Mazda CX-5 offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all featuring AWD for enhanced traction.

• Starting at $26,475
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 29 hwy
• Most Popular: 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD

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Trim Deep Dives

2.5 S Select AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Select AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle without paying for higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $27,818 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 5 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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2.5 S Preferred AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Preferred AWD is the pick for shoppers who want added luxury features without stepping up to the Premium trims.

• Avg. market price: $28,188 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish and feature-rich SUV without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $26,475 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 9 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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2.5 S Premium Plus AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.5 S Premium Plus AWD is the pick for shoppers who want the most advanced features and luxury in their CX-5.

• Avg. market price: $29,998 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 5 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD

With 9 active listings, the 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD

At $26,475 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,003 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — 2.5 S Select AWD

The 2.5 S Select AWD offers excellent fuel efficiency at 23/29 MPG/MPGe.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.