1997 Mazda 323 ZXi review from UK and Ireland
"A wolf in sheep's clothing"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
As of yet no problems have occurred with the car.
Mazda alloy wheels are now six years old and will have to be refurbished soon.
General comments?
The car is one of the fastest four door hatchbacks on the market. The V6 engine pulls away at an alarming rate, but still is steady and firm to drive. The gearbox is smooth and easy to use, but first gear is only used to start moving, put it into second and put your foot down, see how it goes.
The engine is so quiet on tick-over and makes a superb roar when opened up.
The ZXi comes with electric everything so driving it is a real pleasure.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 33000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 35000 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Punto |
| Date of Entry | 13th April, 2003 |