2002 Mazda MPV ES review from North America
"Avoid Mazda products in winter climates"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Door seams showing rust after the 2nd winter. Repaired under warranty, but rust has returned on all doors.
Wheel wells showing rust after 3 years.
Paint chipping/flaking off on trunk shortly after 3 year warranty expired. Mazda refused to fix this problem because the rust has not perforated the metal.
Power doors periodically will not shut properly.
General comments?
Mechanically has been fairly reliable.
Mazda has not addressed their poor paint and premature rust issues. Will never purchase a Mazda product again because of unacceptable corrosion. Their cars will not last very long on salted roads in Canadian winter climates.
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  | Nice sharp looking van, fast sporty, but expansive to maintenance |
| Great features for a great price |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 106000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volvo V70 |
| Date of Entry | 16th October, 2007 |