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Owners praise the 2014 CX-5's 2.0-liter or 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with a five-speed automatic for snappy throttle response and decent fuel economy in stop-and-go traffic. The steering feels connected without being numb, and the driving position sits taller than a sedan but shorter than a truck, so many buyers say they actually enjoy the commute instead of just enduring it.
The 2014 model year is known for transmission shudder or hesitation between 40k and 80k miles, especially during low-speed acceleration; Mazda issued Technical Service Bulletins but not all dealers replicated the fix consistently. Paint peeling on the roof and hood is common by 80k miles, and the infotainment screen (if equipped with the older Mazda Connect system) can freeze or fail to respond to touch input around 90k–120k miles.
Under 80k miles: $12,500–$15,200. 80k–140k miles: $9,800–$12,800. Over 140k miles: $7,500–$10,200. Trim level (Sport vs. Grand Touring), regional accident history, and whether transmission work has been done push prices within these bands; two-wheel-drive examples run $1,000–$2,000 lower than all-wheel-drive.
Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.
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