Real price data
What should you pay for a 2021 Mazda CX-3?
Original MSRP
$22,190
When new
Fair market price
$17,751
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$4,439
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $16,496 · 75th $19,886 · MSRP $22,190
Spread of current 2021 Mazda CX-3 listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
31
out of 100
moderate leverage
~28 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
28days of supply
Seller's marketThese sell quickly, so there's typically less room to negotiate — knowing the fair price is your best leverage.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2021 Mazda CX-3 inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,415–$21,302
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,190 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 | $17,751 | $22,190 | $20,415–$21,302 |
- Sport
- $17,751
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2021 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2021 Mazda CX-3?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $17,751, within a typical market range of $16,496 to $19,886.
Is the 2021 Mazda CX-3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,190, so a fair used price is roughly $4,439 below MSRP.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Mazda CX-3?
There are about 28 days of national market supply for the 2021 Mazda CX-3 — These sell quickly, so there's typically less room to negotiate — knowing the fair price is your best leverage.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Mazda CX-3?
Negotiating leverage rates 31/100 (moderate). ~28 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Mazda CX-3?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,415–$21,302 — its $22,190 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 6/24/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.