Buying a Used Mazda vs. New Mazda: Which Option Is Best?

Should you purchase a new or used car from your Mazda dealer? Read on for helpful insight into how to make the best choice for you.

New or Used Car Costs

If you’re on a budget, at the outset, a used car may seem like a better pick. In general, the older a vehicle, the less you will pay for it up-front. A new Mazda will begin depreciating as soon as it’s driven off the lot. After the first three years, depreciation will run an average of about 40 percent. This means that you may be able to find a three-year-old Mazda for almost half the price of a newer Mazda. In addition, it will likely cost you less to insure an older model.

But new Mazdas have some financial benefits, too. You can often secure a better financing deal (with lower interest) with a new model, which helps lower your monthly payments. New models also come with less maintenance costs, and any service expenses you do incur are covered by the Mazda three-year (36,000-mile) bumper-to-bumper warranty and five-year (60,000-mile) powertrain warranty. And new Mazdas are very affordable. The most recent Mazda3 can be had at a starting price of around $25,000.

Reliability

Maintenance concerns are one of the biggest drawbacks of buying a used car. Older vehicles are more prone to general wear-and-tear, and you may be unaware of their history. They’re also more likely to need significant repairs for key components like the powertrain. If your Mazda is out of warranty, this could result in a big service bill. But Mazda has taken steps to mitigate these disadvantages, such as the Mazda Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty.

This plan offers an additional one year (12,000 miles) of covered service and roadside assistance. And Mazda has consistently ranked in the top three brands for reliability and safety in consumer reviews. The Mazda3 compact car, Mazda6 midsizer, MX-5 Miata sportscar, and CX line of SUVs have all earned high accolades for going the distance.

Innovation at Your Mazda Dealer

If you want the latest infotainment system, the most revolutionary hybrid powertrains, and the trendiest styling, you’ll definitely want to check out the newest Mazda models. The brand’s SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY that’s integrated into new autos features engines that are both cleaner and more fuel-efficient.

The Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid SUV is ushering in a whole new electrified era for Mazda: an EV revolution that will continue will a fully realized all-electric lineup in the coming years.

Whether you prefer the potential bargain and value of a pre-owned vehicle or the security and technology of a new one, you can’t go wrong with Mazda. Visit Mazda City of Orange Park and browse an inventory adaptable to any need. 

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