Used Mazda CX-5 for sale in Europe

About the Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 is a compact SUV that Mazda has sold in Europe since 2012. It sits in the same size class as the Volkswagen Tiguan and Nissan Qashqai. It is a five-door estate-style body with five seats and a mid-sized boot. Buyers usually choose it as a family car with an upright driving position.

Most used examples are petrol or diesel. Petrol cars use 2.0 or 2.5 litre naturally aspirated SKYACTIV-G engines. Diesels use the 2.2 litre SKYACTIV-D. Manual and automatic gearboxes were offered, and many cars have all-wheel drive.

Our listings also include hybrid, plug-in hybrid and LPG cars. Newer models may use different powertrains from the earlier generations, so check the exact specification of each car rather than assuming it matches the model name.

Generations

• First generation, KE (2012-2017) — The original CX-5 offered 2.0 and 2.5 litre petrol engines and a 2.2 litre diesel, with front-wheel or all-wheel drive, and received an update in 2015.
• Second generation, KF (2017-2025) — A refined version with a reworked interior and further updates during its life, still using 2.0 and 2.5 litre petrol engines and the 2.2 litre diesel.
• Third generation (2026-present) — An all-new model that began arriving in 2026, so check the spec sheet for the exact powertrain.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. Cars from 2014 have a median of 8,200 euros, while 2018 cars have a median of 18,800 euros and 2023 cars 27,900 euros. The median across all listings is 17,500 euros. Nearly new and 2026 cars sit well above the rest. Within a single year, the spread between the lower and upper quartile can be wide. Trim, engine, gearbox, drivetrain, mileage and country all play a part. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Mazda CX-5

Ask for the full service history and look over the car in daylight. Take a test drive that includes a cold start and some motorway speed, and check that the listed engine and gearbox match the car in front of you.

• Particulate filter and short trips · 2.2 diesel

  Diesels used mostly for short journeys can have trouble with the particulate filter. Ask how the car was used, look for warning lights, and check the service record for filter-related work.

• Engine oil level and condition · 2.2 diesel

  Owners and workshops discuss oil level rising on some diesel cars, often linked to filter regeneration. Check the dipstick, the smell of the oil and the dates of oil changes.

• Rust and underbody condition

  Look at the sills, wheel arches, tailgate edges and underbody, especially on cars from salted roads or older examples. Surface corrosion on suspension parts and exhaust mounts is worth noting in a negotiation.

• Cold start and idle · Petrol

  Listen for rough running, rattles or hesitation when the engine is cold. Direct-injection petrol engines can build up deposits, so a regular service history is a good sign.

• Gearbox and drivetrain behaviour · Automatic and AWD

  On the test drive, check that automatic shifts are smooth and that there are no vibrations or noises from the driveshafts. On AWD cars, check for fluid leaks and ask when the transfer and rear differential oil was last changed.

• Conversion paperwork · LPG

  LPG cars are typically aftermarket conversions. Ask for the installer's documents and inspection records, and check that the tank, lines and gas system have been serviced on schedule.

• Electronics and safety systems

  Test the infotainment screen, parking sensors, cameras, cruise control and any driver-assistance features. Check that no warning lights stay on after start-up and that the windscreen camera area is undamaged.

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