1997 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I first got the car it had to be taken in for the engine light being on. I have replaced several sensors on this car the most recent sensor replaced was the transmission coolant sensor. Since the sensor has been replaced, my engine head gasket has blown. It is really frustrating considering the cause of the heads being blown was the car over headed yet no service light came on or anything. I had taken the car in on several occasions because it was losing power going uphill.
I will tell anyone to think twice about buying a Mazda.
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| With Manual tranny, a high mileage warrior; with auto, a problem on 4 wheels |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 3/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 65000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82000 miles |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Galant |
| Date of Entry | 11th June, 2003 |