2022 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD
Verdict #162 · 39,840 miles · VIN JM3KFBCM2N0525352 · Stock #R2603157 BUY
“A 39k-mile Carbon Edition for $23,999 — CarMax wants $24,998 for a 40k-mile twin, and Edmunds flags cheaper comps as good prices.”
Pros
- $23,999 undercuts a same-mileage CarMax Carbon Edition ($24,998 at 40,213 mi)
- Carbon Edition adds the Polymetal gray paint, red leather, and Bose — the best-looking CX-5 spec
- Only 39,840 miles; Mazda’s 2.5L SkyActiv is a low-drama engine
Cons
- No accident or ownership history published — verify the record before committing
- A 2022 is now past basic warranty; check remaining powertrain coverage by VIN
- Carbon Edition leather shows wear — inspect the red seats in person
Analysis
The CX-5 Carbon Edition is the one Mazda built for people who cross-shop the BMW X3 but buy the Mazda: Polymetal Gray paint, burgundy-red leather, black 19s, Bose. At $23,999 with 39,840 miles, this one is priced to beat the big boys — CarMax lists a Carbon Edition with 40,213 miles at $24,998 as a ‘great price,’ and Edmunds flags a 41,523-mile example at $24,438 as a good deal at $1,400 under market. This Fort Wayne car is $439–$999 cheaper than both at effectively the same miles.
The CX-5 is also the safe pick mechanically. The 2.5L SkyActiv with the 6-speed automatic is one of the most trouble-free powertrains in the segment — no CVT, no turbo to worry about. AWD is standard on the Carbon Edition, which matters in Indiana.
The missing piece is the history report. Mazda depreciation has already done the heavy lifting here; if the VIN comes back clean and the red leather hasn’t been abused, this is the kind of car you buy and keep for a decade.
Market Comparison
Market check (Oct 2026): 2022 CX-5 Carbon Edition AWD comps at ~40k miles: CarMax $24,998 (40,213 mi, great price), Edmunds $24,438 (41,523 mi, $1,400 below market), carsforsale $20,889 (44,830 mi, outlier). At $23,999 with 39,840 miles, this Raptor Automotive example is under both mainstream comps at equivalent mileage — priced like it wants to be sold this week.
The Original Listing
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