Negotiating leverage
53
moderate leverage / 100
~40 days of national supply and listings typically ~8% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2018 Mazda CX-5 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
$16,398
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$10,899$24,506
- Typical market range
- $15,651–$19,158
- Ridekick fair price
- $16,398
- Original MSRP range
- $25,450–$31,500
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
40
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Mazda CX-5.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$23,414–$24,432
Estimated dealer invoice — about $25,450 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 | $15,798 | $25,450 | $23,414–$24,432 |
| Touring | $16,116 | $26,215 | $24,118–$25,166 |
| Grand Touring | $16,980 | $29,645 | $27,273–$28,459 |
| gs | — | $31,500 | $28,980–$30,240 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$14,542$23,649$32,756
Fair priceSport
$15,798
Sport: fair price $15,798, original MSRP $25,450, estimated dealer cost $23,414 to $24,432.
Touring
$16,116
Touring: fair price $16,116, original MSRP $26,215, estimated dealer cost $24,118 to $25,166.
Grand Touring
$16,980
Grand Touring: fair price $16,980, original MSRP $29,645, estimated dealer cost $27,273 to $28,459.
gs
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gs: fair price not available, original MSRP $31,500, estimated dealer cost $28,980 to $30,240.
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-5 runs about $16,709 in MT to $18,511 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 | $1,189 | $110+ | $17,697 |
| TX | $1,025 | $332 | $17,755 |
| FL | $984 | $1,074+ | $18,456 |
| NY | $656 | $371 | $17,425 |
| PA | $984 | $587 | $17,969 |
| IL | $1,025 | $683 | $18,106 |
| OH | $943 | $444 | $17,785 |
| GA | $1,148 | $637 | $18,183 |
| NC | $492 | $793 | $17,683 |
| WA | $1,066 | $215+ | $17,679 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $16,923 |
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.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $16,398, within a typical market range of $15,651 to $19,158.
Is the 2018 Mazda CX-5 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,450, so a fair used price is roughly $9,052 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 $16,709 in MT to $18,511 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
There are about 40 days of national market supply for the 2018 Mazda CX-5 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Mazda CX-5.
How much can you negotiate on a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
Negotiating leverage rates 53/100 (moderate). ~40 days of national supply and listings typically ~8% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Mazda CX-5?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $23,414–$24,432 — its $25,450 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 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.