2000 Mazda 323 GSi 1.8 review from UK and Ireland
"Mr average!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
When in gear "DRIVE" and stationery, there is a rattle coming from above- annoying.
Horn sounds naff.
Interior is grey and dull.
Fiddly Sony stereo with mini-disc, poor sound quality from speakers.
Does on average 31mpg, around town about 20mpg, poor for a 1.8i.
Very quick especially with the "HOLD" mode which drops a gear to give more power.
Good looking car, sleek and respectable.
Very comfortable and well equipped.
Heavy steering and dull to drive compared to the facelifted 323 2001-onwards, which is as fun as a Ford Focus.
Well composed and tautly controlled at all times.
A MR Average car that is well built, but lacking in character, like a Golf really.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Auto Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 9000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 13000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 8th February, 2003 |