Hi everyone, I've been on the market for my first car since last November. Been researching as many options as possible to ensure I'm making a good choice. Decided on CX-5 after test driving the CRV and RAV4. Also chose the Touring with the preferred package as it seemed like the best value out of the available options. Happy to report that I just drove home with my CX-5 yesterday. Posting my info since I got a lot of good insights from this forum, and hopefully it's helpful for everyone here.
Location: California
2019 CX-5 Touring FWD with Preferred Package. Soul Red Crystal:
2019 CX-5 FWD TR: $26,615
Destination: $995
Touring Preferred Equipment Package: $1,375
Soul Red Crystal Paint Charge: $595
Total: $29,580
I didn't really negotiate that hard, just emailed a few dealers near my location to get a list of prices. Went to my nearest dealer as I wanted to keep a good relationship to the nearest dealership and they matched the lowest offer I had.
MSRP: $29,580
Discount: -$2,561
Vehicle Price: $27,019
Rebate: -$1,000
After Rebate: $26,019
Doc Fee: $85
License, Title, Taxes: $2,748
Total: 28,852
One thing to note for my deal was that taxes and such were calculated off of the vehicle price of ($27,019). The rebate was factored in after the fact. Overall very happy with my purchase!