Mazda 626 Saloon (1987-)
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bought second hand almost seven years ago. Never regretted it. Excellent value.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Parts became much cheaper over the years. Excellent mpg for this size engine.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very enjoyable to drive. Quite dynamic even though the engine is not top of the range.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fun when you push it hard, but quite economic when driven sensibly.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Absolutely no majos problems. Some issues with the door locks. Overall very good for its age.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    One of the best looking cars in its age group. Now becoming dated, but still looks quite modern.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    One of very few cars that I managed to squeeze myself into comfortably (I'm over 6'6''). Comfortable seats, easy to find a good seat and steering wheel setting combination.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never tried. Central locking, alarm, immobiliser.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Used both Mazda and independent never had any problems

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Absolutely reliable even after 200k miles.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes