Negotiating leverage
62
strong leverage / 100
~53 days of national supply and listings typically ~8% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2018 Mazda CX-3 Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$14,393
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$8,220$23,590
- Typical market range
- $13,495–$17,988
- Ridekick fair price
- $14,393
- Original MSRP range
- $21,360–$26,415
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
4 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
53
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Mazda CX-3.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$19,651–$20,506
Estimated dealer invoice — about $21,360 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport | $13,960 | $21,360 | $19,651–$20,506 |
| Touring | $14,366 | $22,195 | $20,419–$21,307 |
| Grand Touring | $14,810 | $26,415 | $24,302–$25,358 |
| gs | — | $24,695 | $22,719–$23,707 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$12,964$20,188$27,411
Fair priceSport
$13,960
Sport: fair price $13,960, original MSRP $21,360, estimated dealer cost $19,651 to $20,506.
Touring
$14,366
Touring: fair price $14,366, original MSRP $22,195, estimated dealer cost $20,419 to $21,307.
Grand Touring
$14,810
Grand Touring: fair price $14,810, original MSRP $26,415, estimated dealer cost $24,302 to $25,358.
gs
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gs: fair price not available, original MSRP $24,695, estimated dealer cost $22,719 to $23,707.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Mazda CX-3 runs about $15,109 in MT to $16,805 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,073 | $110+ | $15,981 |
| TX | $925 | $332 | $16,055 |
| FL | $888 | $1,074+ | $16,760 |
| NY | $592 | $371 | $15,761 |
| PA | $888 | $587 | $16,273 |
| IL | $925 | $683 | $16,406 |
| OH | $851 | $444 | $16,093 |
| GA | $1,036 | $637 | $16,471 |
| NC | $444 | $793 | $16,035 |
| WA | $962 | $215+ | $15,975 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $15,323 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2018 Mazda CX-3.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
Campaign 23V487000 · 14/07/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2018 Mazda CX-3?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $14,393, within a typical market range of $13,495 to $17,988.
Is the 2018 Mazda CX-3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $21,360, so a fair used price is roughly $6,967 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Mazda CX-3?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $15,109 in MT to $16,805 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Mazda CX-3?
There are about 53 days of national market supply for the 2018 Mazda CX-3 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Mazda CX-3.
How much can you negotiate on a 2018 Mazda CX-3?
Negotiating leverage rates 62/100 (strong). ~53 days of national supply and listings typically ~8% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Mazda CX-3?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $19,651–$20,506 — its $21,360 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/6/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.