Mazda 323 Fastback (1994-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    You get what you pay for, so it was a bit pricey.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    30mpg if I am careful. Parts/tyres etc bit expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles well, but boy does it crash on small potholes.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A few adjustments and this motor would cook far more expensive competitors.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    These tamerous wee beasties are chiselled from granite.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still good rarity, especially V6 helps.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    To make it handle, the suspension is rock hard, everything else good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Factory immobiliser. Rarity helps, as everyone and his dog can get into an Escort or Astra.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Discontinued parts is only real annoyance.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Spot on.

    Other

    Boot struts fail and are difficult to find replacements for.

    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