Back

Southern States Mazda

Raleigh, NC

4.8
455 Reviews
Come visit us at Southern States Mazda, your local Raleigh Mazda dealer. Our staff is ready to help you purchase or lease your next vehicle. When you visit our car dealership in the Raleigh area, expect the superior customer service that you deserve. With years of experience and training the Southern States team will get you into the Mazda vehicle that is right for you. Southern States Automotive has been in business since 1986, and our team is committed to excellence and making your car-buying experience a positive one. We strive to earn your trust so that you'll make Southern States your last stop when it comes to driving away with a new or used Mazda. Visit our Mazda showroom in Raleigh and experience first-hand the level of service and satisfaction that will make you a regular Southern States customer. We look forward to serving you!
Contact Dealership

2511 Wake Forest Road B

Raleigh, NC

27609

Directions

By Type

Showing 455 reviews

September 09, 2026

We wanted to get in and out quickly with no hassles . So it went well More

by KOLKMANN901
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Ben Roark
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Other Employees : Ben Roark
September 09, 2026

They were great! Honest, communicative, thoughtful, kind and very patient The transaction was seamless and easy and the team was accommodating More

by MLTERRANO
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Lewis Hunter-Blakely
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Other Employees : Lewis Hunter-Blakely
Sep 09, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Knowing that the lease process for your Mazda CX-5 felt effortless and straightforward means a lot to our team. We’re glad our transparent communication and genuine care made your experience comfortable.

September 09, 2026

They were very helpful and pleasant people. Also very patient and took time to make sure everything was good. More

by wbry40
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Rish
Sep 09, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Our team enjoyed guiding you through the purchase of your new Mazda CX-30. Knowing you felt supported by our patience and attention to detail means a lot to us.

September 09, 2026

The whole experience of buying my CX-5 was relaxed and comfortable. My salesperson, Brandy, was personable and knowledgeable about the vehicle. More

by bboyer572012
Sales Price Transparency
Trade-in Experience
Purchase Time
Finance Experience
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Brandy Rodriguez
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Sep 09, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

We’re happy the purchase of your Mazda CX-5 felt stress-free and easy. Knowing that Brandy’s friendly approach and expertise enhanced your experience means a lot to our team. Enjoy every mile in your Mazda CX-5.

September 09, 2026

everthing was great, taylor is very nice and i had a wonderful experience there. Finally i purchase a car and i'm very satisfied with that. More

by 18056477933
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Taylor Amick
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Other Employees : Taylor Amick
Sep 09, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Knowing Taylor provided such a welcoming experience means a lot to our team. Congratulations on your new Mazda CX-5, and we’re delighted it has you so satisfied.

September 08, 2026

We had a fantastic experience buying our car from Ben Roark at Southern States Mazda! Ben was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful from start to finish. He went above and beyond to secure u More

by dzianissakovich
Sales Price Transparency
Purchase Time
Finance Experience
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Ben Roark
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Sep 08, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Our team enjoyed helping you secure a great deal and financing for your Mazda CX-30. Knowing the process felt smooth and stress-free from start to finish means a lot to us. Thank you for recommending Ben, and we look forward to serving you again.

September 06, 2026

Everyone we dealt with at the dealership was very professional and courteous. Our salesman, Ben Roark was fantastic. He listened to our parameters, set us up with a test drive, answered all of our qu More

by richodsplace
Sales Price Transparency
Purchase Time
Finance Experience
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Ben Roark
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Sep 06, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Your praise of our attentive and respectful service highlights how we aim to make every visit welcoming. We’re pleased Ben took the time to understand your needs, arrange a MazdaSpeed Miata MX-5 test drive, answer your questions, and give you space to decide. Knowing you’d recommend him to anyone shopping for a Mazda or another used vehicle means a lot to our team.

September 05, 2026

This is the second time we have leased a Mazda from this dealership and we love working with Corey. We will continue working with him for sure! More

by BALARINNI.A
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Corey Clark
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Other Employees : Corey Clark
Sep 05, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Knowing that working with Corey again made your second Mazda CX-90 lease such a positive experience means a lot to our team. We’re happy to support you whenever you need us and appreciate your continued trust.

September 03, 2026

Didn't feel any pressure as they worked with me to find the right fit and transparent pricing and negotiation. More

by D.BROOKMAN1
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Brandy Rodriguez
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Other Employees : Carlos
Sep 04, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Your note about a no-pressure experience and clear pricing reflects our team’s commitment to straightforward service. Hearing that we helped you find the right fit for your new Mazda CX-50 is truly gratifying.

September 03, 2026

Quick, nice and easy I had a good experience with Ben. He described the car well and help me get to a price I was comfortable with. He was nice, made the experience quick and I left with a new car More

by kaleyhackworth12
Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
Ben Roark
5.0
This rating includes all reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Other Employees : Ben Roark
Sep 03, 2026 -

Southern States Mazda responded

Your comment about how clearly Ben described the Mazda CX-5 highlights our team’s commitment to transparency. Knowing the purchase process felt quick and comfortable is truly rewarding. Enjoy your new Mazda CX-5, and let us know if there’s anything else we can help with.

1
...