2021 Mazda MX-5 prices in North Carolina

$25,998

Median asking price

5 active listings · Updated September 14, 2026

5 total listings · 1996–present generation

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Representative listing photo. Trim and equipment may vary.

North Carolina price overview

Typical asking price range

$25,998 – $26,990 All 5 listings · Middle 50% of asking prices

Median asking price

$25,998

Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.

As of September 14, 2026, the median asking price for a 2021 Mazda MX-5 in North Carolina is $25,998, based on 5 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.

Behind the price

Price range & market sample

How we calculate this ↓

The median asking price for a 2021 Mazda MX-5 in North Carolina is $25,998 based on 5 active listings.

5 active dealer listings Snapshot September 14, 2026 · refreshed daily

30-day asking price change: −$857.

Typical: $25,998–$26,990 — the middle half of 5 asking prices

Median $25,998
$25K low $29K high

Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.

$28,290
Pre-owned median (2)
30,100
Average mileage
≈ national
vs national average

What moves the price

Mileage

Asking prices run about $29,995 under 15K miles and fall to $19,971 at 75K–90K miles — roughly $1,300 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.

Observed spread: up to $10,024
About these price differences

The $25,998–$26,990 typical range isn't randomness — one factor explains most of it:

Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Mileage. These groups contain different vehicles.

Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.

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Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2021 Mazda MX-5. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.

The configurator starts with United States prices for all trims. Select a state to explore its estimates; the report heading and overview above describe the page's state.

Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.

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Estimated asking price · All trims

$26,990
$24,994$28,964

123 listings · Nationwide

ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.

Estimate assumptions

at typical mileage, nationwide

Modelled from 123 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.

Live 2021 Mazda MX-5 listings, priced by VIN

Compared with all listings All-listings median $25,998
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Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.

Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.

A little comparison goes a long way

What else could you drive?

Compare 2021 Mazda MX-5 with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.

About this comparison ↓

As of September 14, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Mazda MX-5 in this catalog, the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro has the lowest median asking price ($31,746, 19 listings with photos) and the 2021 Ford Mustang the highest ($36,886, 45 listings).

Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 14, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.

Trim counts are before price screening. Trim names across brands do not guarantee equivalent equipment.

2021 Mazda MX-5 — actual listing photo
Your comparison starting point

2021 Mazda MX-5

All trims · North Carolina

The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 4 listings with photos.

At least 5 qualifying listings are needed to show a market price.

Photo: Grand Touring · 38,179 mi · view VIN

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2021 Ford Mustang GT Coupe — actual listing photo

2021 Ford Mustang

$36,886

Median asking price · 45 qualifying listings

Middle 50%$29,999–$46,338

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Actual GT Coupe listing photo; individual equipment may differ.

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2022 Toyota GR86

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Actual Premium listing photo; individual equipment may differ.

No photo for this selection

2022 Subaru BRZ

Not enough data

Median asking price · 0 qualifying listings

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2022 Mini Cooper Convertible

Not enough data

Median asking price · 1 qualifying listings

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Compare prices side by side
Asking prices for your current selection (USD)
Model / trimMedianMiddle 50%Listings
2021 Mazda MX-5
All trims
see price overview above4
2021 Ford Mustang
All trims
$36,886$29,999–$46,33845
2021 Chevrolet Camaro
All trims
$31,746$20,995–$43,79619
2022 Toyota GR86
All trims
Not enough data3
2022 Subaru BRZ
All trims
Not enough data0
2022 Mini Cooper Convertible
All trims
Not enough data1

What these prices mean

Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.

Snapshot: September 14, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 1 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.

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What is your car worth?

Wondering how much your 2021 Mazda MX-5 is worth? Start with a car value lookup by VIN, then compare vehicles with similar mileage, equipment and condition.

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Find it on the dashboard near the windshield or on your vehicle registration. Pricing depends on available data.

2021 Mazda MX-5: a fair price for your mileage

Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.

Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $1,300 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.

Region · trim United States · All trims

Active listings 123

Median asking price $26,990

National snapshot · September 14, 2026

Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.

Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.

$20K $25K $30K 15K mi 30K mi 45K mi 60K mi 75K mi All listings

Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.

View the full national mileage price table
Mileage Based on Fair price Typical range
Under 15K miles 29 listings $29,995 $29K–$31K
15K–30K miles 34 listings $27,998 $27K–$29K
30K–45K miles 28 listings $25,998 $25K–$27K
45K–60K miles 17 listings $23,995 $24K–$25K
60K–75K miles 10 listings $24,728 $23K–$25K
75K–90K miles 5 listings $19,971 $19K–$21K

United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant. National data; the mix of vehicles in North Carolina may differ.

Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.

Understand the differences

2021 Mazda MX-5: VIN configurations and specifications

Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.

Browse all 5 VIN configurations
Where these specifications come from

Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.

Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.

FACTORY REFERENCE

2021 Mazda MX-5 factory brochure

Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.

FACTORY BROCHURE

2021 Mazda MX-5 PDF Brochure

2021 · US · 26 pages

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Price trend

Average price is down $815 since June 16.

Average asking price (USD) · North Carolina · all trims. Hover, tap or focus a point for its date and price.

Chart scale: $25,648–$32,615. On narrow screens, scroll the chart sideways to see the full period.

$32,615 $30,873 $29,132 $27,390 $25,648 June 16, 2026: $27,530 average asking price June 17, 2026: $27,972 average asking price June 18, 2026: $28,606 average asking price June 19, 2026: $28,606 average asking price June 20, 2026: $28,606 average asking price June 21, 2026: $29,083 average asking price June 22, 2026: $29,034 average asking price June 23, 2026: $29,034 average asking price June 24, 2026: $29,034 average asking price June 25, 2026: $29,034 average asking price June 26, 2026: $29,034 average asking price June 27, 2026: $29,034 average asking price June 28, 2026: $31,940 average asking price June 29, 2026: $31,940 average asking price June 30, 2026: $31,940 average asking price July 1, 2026: $29,546 average asking price July 2, 2026: $28,630 average asking price July 3, 2026: $27,474 average asking price July 4, 2026: $27,075 average asking price July 5, 2026: $27,474 average asking price July 6, 2026: $27,152 average asking price July 7, 2026: $30,294 average asking price July 8, 2026: $29,364 average asking price July 9, 2026: $29,364 average asking price July 10, 2026: $29,164 average asking price July 11, 2026: $28,488 average asking price July 12, 2026: $28,602 average asking price July 13, 2026: $28,410 average asking price July 14, 2026: $28,410 average asking price July 15, 2026: $28,410 average asking price July 16, 2026: $28,410 average asking price July 17, 2026: $28,410 average asking price July 18, 2026: $27,362 average asking price July 19, 2026: $27,228 average asking price July 20, 2026: $27,063 average asking price July 21, 2026: $27,063 average asking price July 22, 2026: $27,063 average asking price July 23, 2026: $26,996 average asking price July 24, 2026: $27,816 average asking price July 25, 2026: $27,766 average asking price July 26, 2026: $27,766 average asking price July 27, 2026: $27,465 average asking price July 28, 2026: $27,583 average asking price July 29, 2026: $27,371 average asking price July 30, 2026: $27,583 average asking price July 31, 2026: $27,583 average asking price August 1, 2026: $27,371 average asking price August 2, 2026: $27,256 average asking price August 3, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 4, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 5, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 6, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 7, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 8, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 9, 2026: $26,423 average asking price August 10, 2026: $26,323 average asking price August 11, 2026: $26,832 average asking price August 12, 2026: $27,822 average asking price August 13, 2026: $27,822 average asking price August 14, 2026: $27,822 average asking price August 15, 2026: $27,572 average asking price August 16, 2026: $27,829 average asking price August 17, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 18, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 19, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 20, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 21, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 22, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 23, 2026: $27,629 average asking price August 24, 2026: $26,949 average asking price August 25, 2026: $26,949 average asking price August 26, 2026: $26,949 average asking price August 27, 2026: $26,974 average asking price August 28, 2026: $27,224 average asking price August 29, 2026: $27,224 average asking price August 30, 2026: $27,224 average asking price August 31, 2026: $27,377 average asking price September 1, 2026: $27,812 average asking price September 2, 2026: $27,575 average asking price September 3, 2026: $27,744 average asking price September 4, 2026: $27,744 average asking price September 5, 2026: $27,744 average asking price September 6, 2026: $27,795 average asking price September 7, 2026: $28,074 average asking price September 8, 2026: $27,914 average asking price September 9, 2026: $27,914 average asking price September 10, 2026: $27,714 average asking price September 11, 2026: $27,714 average asking price September 12, 2026: $27,262 average asking price September 13, 2026: $26,715 average asking price September 14, 2026: $26,715 average asking price Jun 16, 2026 Jul 31, 2026 Sep 14, 2026
Daily average price table
Date Average asking price (USD)
September 14, 2026 $26,715
September 13, 2026 $26,715
September 12, 2026 $27,262
September 11, 2026 $27,714
September 10, 2026 $27,714
September 9, 2026 $27,914
September 8, 2026 $27,914
September 7, 2026 $28,074
September 6, 2026 $27,795
September 5, 2026 $27,744
September 4, 2026 $27,744
September 3, 2026 $27,744
September 2, 2026 $27,575
September 1, 2026 $27,812
August 31, 2026 $27,377
August 30, 2026 $27,224
August 29, 2026 $27,224
August 28, 2026 $27,224
August 27, 2026 $26,974
August 26, 2026 $26,949
August 25, 2026 $26,949
August 24, 2026 $26,949
August 23, 2026 $27,629
August 22, 2026 $27,629
August 21, 2026 $27,629
August 20, 2026 $27,629
August 19, 2026 $27,629
August 18, 2026 $27,629
August 17, 2026 $27,629
August 16, 2026 $27,829
August 15, 2026 $27,572
August 14, 2026 $27,822
August 13, 2026 $27,822
August 12, 2026 $27,822
August 11, 2026 $26,832
August 10, 2026 $26,323
August 9, 2026 $26,423
August 8, 2026 $26,423
August 7, 2026 $26,423
August 6, 2026 $26,423
August 5, 2026 $26,423
August 4, 2026 $26,423
August 3, 2026 $26,423
August 2, 2026 $27,256
August 1, 2026 $27,371
July 31, 2026 $27,583
July 30, 2026 $27,583
July 29, 2026 $27,371
July 28, 2026 $27,583
July 27, 2026 $27,465
July 26, 2026 $27,766
July 25, 2026 $27,766
July 24, 2026 $27,816
July 23, 2026 $26,996
July 22, 2026 $27,063
July 21, 2026 $27,063
July 20, 2026 $27,063
July 19, 2026 $27,228
July 18, 2026 $27,362
July 17, 2026 $28,410
July 16, 2026 $28,410
July 15, 2026 $28,410
July 14, 2026 $28,410
July 13, 2026 $28,410
July 12, 2026 $28,602
July 11, 2026 $28,488
July 10, 2026 $29,164
July 9, 2026 $29,364
July 8, 2026 $29,364
July 7, 2026 $30,294
July 6, 2026 $27,152
July 5, 2026 $27,474
July 4, 2026 $27,075
July 3, 2026 $27,474
July 2, 2026 $28,630
July 1, 2026 $29,546
June 30, 2026 $31,940
June 29, 2026 $31,940
June 28, 2026 $31,940
June 27, 2026 $29,034
June 26, 2026 $29,034
June 25, 2026 $29,034
June 24, 2026 $29,034
June 23, 2026 $29,034
June 22, 2026 $29,034
June 21, 2026 $29,083
June 20, 2026 $28,606
June 19, 2026 $28,606
June 18, 2026 $28,606
June 17, 2026 $27,972
June 16, 2026 $27,530

THINK BEYOND THE PURCHASE PRICE

Mazda MX-5 depreciation

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2021 Mazda MX-5 inventory across the U.S.

See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2021 Mazda MX-5 for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.

United States · all trims · snapshot September 14, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.

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What would a 2021 Mazda MX-5 cost per month?

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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$481
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $2,699 down
Amount financed
$24,291
Total interest
$4,569

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Frequently asked questions

Why do 2021 Mazda MX-5 prices range from $25,078 to $29,382 in North Carolina?

The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $25,998 and $26,990 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.

How much should mileage change the price of a 2021 Mazda MX-5?

Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $1,300 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.

Do Mazda MX-5 prices in North Carolina differ from the rest of the country?

Not much — North Carolina prices track the national average of $26,691 almost exactly.

How many 2021 Mazda MX-5 are for sale in North Carolina right now?

5 in total. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.

Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2021 Mazda MX-5?

These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.

How we calculate these prices

We track 5 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites in North Carolina, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.

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