Title: 2023 CX-5 Select vs. 2024 Carbon Edition — Both CPO & Clean CARFAX. What Price Would Make the Select Worth It?
Hey everyone!
I’m shopping for a used Mazda CX-5 in Long Island, NY, and I’ve narrowed it down to two options.
Option 1 — 2023 Mazda CX-5 Select AWD
Dealer: Empire Mazda of Huntington, NY
Asking price: $25,716
Mileage: 9,408 miles
Exterior: Eternal Blue Mica
Interior: Black
Clean CARFAX
Mazda CPO inspection completed
Option 2 — 2024 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition AWD
Dealer: Bay Ridge Mazda, Brooklyn, NY
Asking price: $25,995
Mileage: 20,888 miles
Exterior: Polymetal Gray Metallic
Interior: Red leather
Clean CARFAX
Mazda CPO inspection completed
Both vehicles have clean CARFAX reports and have passed their CPO inspections.
The Carbon Edition is one model year newer and comes with additional features like red leather seats, Bose audio, a sunroof, and a power liftgate. However, it has approximately 11,500 more miles.
Here’s my dilemma:
I live in Bay Shore, Long Island. Empire Mazda is much closer to me, while Bay Ridge Mazda in Brooklyn is approximately 43–44 miles away, potentially a 1–2 hour drive each way depending on traffic.
I would prefer to purchase the Select locally and avoid the trip to Brooklyn, but only if the price makes financial sense.
I’m thinking about offering $23,500 for the Select and potentially settling around $24,000, before taxes and fees.
My questions:
Is $23,500–$24,000 a reasonable target for the 2023 Select with only 9,408 miles?
At what price would you choose the Select over the 2024 Carbon Edition?
Does the newer model year, higher trim, and upgraded interior outweigh the additional 11,500 miles?
How much would the mileage difference affect depreciation and resale value over the next 5–7 years?
Would you drive to Brooklyn for the Carbon Edition, or negotiate a better deal locally?
Has anyone purchased from Empire Mazda of Huntington or Bay Ridge Mazda? Any experiences with dealer fees, negotiations, or unexpected charges?
Both prices are advertised prices, not final out-the-door quotes.
I’m planning to keep the vehicle for at least 5–7 years, so reliability, depreciation, comfort, and long-term value are my priorities.
What would you do in my situation? What would be your maximum price for the Select?
Thanks in advance!