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2021 Mazda MAZDA3
VIN
3MZBPAAL3MM253137
ABOVE MARKET
· $2,402 above typical price
Barrington, IL
Listed at
$19,876
typical market $17,474 · 4 comps
This 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 is listed at $19,876 with 54,257 miles in Barrington, IL.
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Sold by Barrington Auto Specialists
505 Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010
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2021 Mazda MAZDA3
VIN 3MZBPAAL3MM253137
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Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of November 10, 2026This vehicle · $19,876
Below market
$16,732
Middle of range
$17,474
Above market
$19,398
This vehicle: $19,876 — above the market range (typical price $17,474)
Asking $19,876 · typical market price $17,474 · based on 4 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Price increased $377 (+1.9%) over 4 days.
Nov 6, 2026 · $19,499
Nov 10, 2026 · $19,876
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 3MZBPAAL3MM253137, spanning 4 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Auto Specialists | Barrington, IL 60010 | $19,876 | 54,257 mi | 2026-11-10 | 7 h ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3MZBPAAL3MM253137Trim
MAZDA3
Engine
Horsepower
186
Drivetrain
4x2
Transmission
Automatic
Body
Sedan/Saloon
Fuel
Gasoline
Model year
2021
Made by
MAZDA MOTOR MANUFACTURING DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Depreciation
$6,993
Fuel
$8,300
Insurance
$6,400
Maintenance & repairs
$3,188
Total, 5 years
$24,881
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 has 1 recall campaign as of October 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Overall
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2021 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD
1 recall campaign on this model year
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TIRESMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.NHTSA campaign 21V101000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed October 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 over the last 6 months — the market softened $69 in that span.
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Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | $19,996 |
| July 2026 | $19,800 |
| August 2026 | $19,499 |
| September 2026 | $19,535 |
| October 2026 | $19,562 |
| November 2026 | $19,927 |
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As of November 10, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 in this catalog, the 2021 Nissan Altima has the lowest median asking price ($16,429, 824 listings with photos) and the 2021 Subaru Legacy the highest ($19,400, 137 listings).
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2021 Mazda MAZDA3
MAZDA3 · United States
$19,499Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $19,499 · 63 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $16,950–$21,958
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 MAZDA3 | $19,499 | $16,950–$21,958 | 63 |
| 2021 Kia K5 All trims | $18,372 | $15,995–$20,384 | 675 |
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata All trims | $17,398 | $15,101–$19,367 | 675 |
| 2021 Nissan Altima All trims | $16,429 | $13,999–$18,699 | 824 |
| 2021 Subaru Legacy All trims | $19,400 | $16,998–$21,399 | 137 |
| 2021 Nissan Maxima All trims | $18,995 | $15,900–$22,490 | 135 |
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: November 10, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
Gen 4 · 2019–presentWhat each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 727 | $29,397 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 5,345 | $28,065 | 95% | 1,165 mi |
| 2025 | 804 | $22,364 | 76% | 32,172 mi |
| 2024 | 880 | $20,995 | 71% | 42,083 mi |
| 2023 | 333 | $22,224 | 76% | 43,540 mi |
| 2022 | 270 | $20,000 | 68% | 52,495 mi |
| 2021 | 356 | $19,572 | 67% | 62,664 mi |
| 2020 | 201 | $18,154 | 62% | 69,309 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
