Where there's room on price
39
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 39 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2020 Mazda Mazda3 Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$17,329
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$9,995$25,650
- Typical market range
- $15,995–$19,998
- Typical asking price
- $17,329
- Original MSRP range
- $21,500–$27,900
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
7 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
39
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$19,780–$20,640
Estimated dealer invoice — about $21,500 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.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Select | $16,312 | $22,700 | $20,884–$21,792 |
| Base | $16,313 | $21,500 | $19,780–$20,640 |
| Select AWD | $16,822 | $24,100 | $22,172–$23,136 |
| Preferred AWD | $17,746 | $25,600 | $23,552–$24,576 |
| Preferred | $18,073 | $25,200 | $23,184–$24,192 |
| Premium | $18,599 | $27,500 | $25,300–$26,400 |
| Premium AWD | $18,985 | $27,900 | $25,668–$26,784 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$15,385$22,106$28,827
Typical askingSelect
$16,312
Select: typical asking price $16,312, original MSRP $22,700, estimated dealer cost $20,884 to $21,792.
Base
$16,313
Base: typical asking price $16,313, original MSRP $21,500, estimated dealer cost $19,780 to $20,640.
Select AWD
$16,822
Select AWD: typical asking price $16,822, original MSRP $24,100, estimated dealer cost $22,172 to $23,136.
Preferred AWD
$17,746
Preferred AWD: typical asking price $17,746, original MSRP $25,600, estimated dealer cost $23,552 to $24,576.
Preferred
$18,073
Preferred: typical asking price $18,073, original MSRP $25,200, estimated dealer cost $23,184 to $24,192.
Premium
$18,599
Premium: typical asking price $18,599, original MSRP $27,500, estimated dealer cost $25,300 to $26,400.
Premium AWD
$18,985
Premium AWD: typical asking price $18,985, original MSRP $27,900, estimated dealer cost $25,668 to $26,784.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking 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 2020 Mazda Mazda3 runs about $17,640 in MT to $19,504 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,256 | $110+ | $18,695 |
| TX | $1,083 | $332 | $18,744 |
| FL | $1,040 | $1,074+ | $19,443 |
| NY | $693 | $371 | $18,393 |
| PA | $1,040 | $587 | $18,956 |
| IL | $1,083 | $683 | $19,095 |
| OH | $996 | $444 | $18,769 |
| GA | $1,213 | $637 | $19,179 |
| NC | $520 | $793 | $18,642 |
| WA | $1,126 | $215+ | $18,670 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $17,854 |
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
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.
Campaign 19V907000 · 19/12/2019
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.
Campaign 20V346000 · 12/06/2020
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2020 Mazda Mazda3?
Used 2020 Mazda Mazda3 listings ask about $17,329 at typical mileage, with most listings between $15,995 and $19,998. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2020 Mazda Mazda3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $21,500, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $4,171 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2020 Mazda Mazda3?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $17,640 in MT to $19,504 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2020 Mazda Mazda3?
There are about 39 days of national market supply for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.
Is the listed price on a 2020 Mazda Mazda3 fair?
Not always. 2020 Mazda Mazda3 listings typically ask about $17,999, roughly 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $17,329. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2020 Mazda Mazda3?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $19,780–$20,640 — its $21,500 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 10/30/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.