2014 Mazda CX-9 — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2014 Mazda CX-9

The 2014 CX-9 came standard with a 3.7-liter V6 that makes 273 horsepower and pairs with a smooth six-speed automatic transmission, giving it enough pull to merge on highways without hesitation. Owners praise the roomy third-row seating—genuinely fits adults, not just kids—and the driving position sits higher than a sedan but still feels car-like rather than truck-like. The 2014 refresh added a touchscreen infotainment system that responds without the lag present in earlier model years.

Common complaints and known issues

The 2014 model year has a known issue with the power steering hose cracking, typically between 60k and 90k miles, which causes fluid to leak and steering to stiffen; replacement runs $400–$600 at most shops. The transmission occasionally exhibits rough downshifts or hesitation when cold, especially in the first minute of driving. Paint bubbling and peeling on the roof and hood panels is a documented problem across this generation, often appearing by 80k miles in humid climates. Door locks have been reported to fail, leaving the vehicle unlocked or stuck locked, most common after 100k miles.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $11,500–$14,500. 80k–140k miles: $9,500–$12,500. Over 140k miles: $7,500–$10,000. Higher trim levels (Grand Touring, Grand Touring AWD) command a premium of $1,500–$2,500 over the Sport trim. One-owner vehicles and those in drier climates (minimal paint issues) sell toward the top of each range; multiple accidents or known steering/transmission problems drop the asking price by $1,000–$2,000.

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.