RoadOtter

Japan · since 1920

Mazda

Driving feel at mainstream prices.

Mazda started as a cork maker in Hiroshima and became known for engineering that goes its own way, from the rotary engine to the MX-5 Miata. Its current lineup of crossovers is praised for upscale interiors and sharp handling.

Founded
1920
Country
Japan
Headquarters
Fuchū, Hiroshima, Japan
Current models
6

Mazda models

Every model we track, sorted by how many are for sale near you.

  • Compact SUV · 2013–present

    CX-5

    A sharp-handling compact SUV with a premium cabin.

    97 for salefrom $9,995
  • Subcompact SUV · 2020–present

    CX-30

    A small crossover with a big-car feel.

    63 for salefrom $17,995
  • Compact car · 2004–present

    Mazda3

    A compact car that feels upscale.

    58 for salefrom $6,995
  • Compact SUV · 2023–present

    CX-50

    A more rugged, wider take on the CX-5 formula.

    44 for salefrom $24,995
  • Sports car · 1990–present

    MX-5 Miata

    The best-selling two-seat roadster of all time.

    37 for salefrom $7,995
  • Midsize 3-row SUV · 2024–present

    CX-90

    Mazda’s rear-drive-based three-row flagship.

    29 for salefrom $34,995

Milestones

  1. 1920Toyo Cork Kogyo is founded in Hiroshima.
  2. 1931The Mazda-Go three-wheeled truck, the company’s first vehicle.
  3. 1967The Cosmo Sport introduces Mazda’s rotary engine.
  4. 1978The rotary-powered RX-7 debuts.
  5. 1989The MX-5 Miata revives the affordable roadster.
  6. 1991The rotary 787B wins the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
  7. 2012The CX-5 debuts with Skyactiv technology.

Classic Mazda models

Discontinued icons that collectors still search for.

  • RX-7 (FD)1992–2002

    Twin-turbo rotary sports car.

  • Cosmo Sport1967–1972

    Mazda’s first rotary-powered car.

Further reading