Mazda 323 Fastback (1994-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A fair value example is hard to find now.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Just fuel and servicing; I've never had to buy spares.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sporty driving position but slight lack of rear vision.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lack of power at slower speeds, but silky smooth over 40.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    In two years, not a thing wrong.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alloy wheels really set it off, and it's not too common.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sporty position - a joy to drive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Car needs a coded key that only a dealer can programme.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Coded me a second key - took 5 hours.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Sounds like new.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes