Real price data
What should you pay for a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
Original MSRP
$25,450
When new
Fair market price
$16,826
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$8,624
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $15,995 · 75th $19,997 · MSRP $25,450
Spread of current 2018 Mazda CX-5 listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport | $15,830 | $25,450 | — |
| Touring | $16,388 | $27,515 | — |
| Grand Touring | $17,864 | $29,645 | — |
| gs | — | $31,500 | — |
- Sport
- $15,830
- Touring
- $16,388
- Grand Touring
- $17,864
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Mazda CX-5 runs about $17,137 in MT to $18,968 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 | $1,220 | $110+ | $18,156 |
| TX | $1,052 | $332 | $18,210 |
| FL | $1,010 | $1,074+ | $18,910 |
| NY | $673 | $371 | $17,870 |
| PA | $1,010 | $587 | $18,423 |
| IL | $1,052 | $683 | $18,561 |
| OH | $967 | $444 | $18,237 |
| GA | $1,178 | $637 | $18,641 |
| NC | $505 | $793 | $18,124 |
| WA | $1,094 | $215+ | $18,135 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $17,351 |
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
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Mazda CX-5.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda CX-5 vehicles. In the event of a side impact or rollover crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly unfold during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2718F.
Campaign 18V426000 · 25/06/2018
ENGINE
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.
Campaign 19V497000 · 27/06/2019
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
Campaign 21V875000 · 12/11/2021
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $16,826, within a typical market range of $15,995 to $19,997.
Is the 2018 Mazda CX-5 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,450, so a fair used price is roughly $8,624 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $17,137 in MT to $18,968 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/21/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.