1994 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"Expensive vehicle to own and maintain, despite nice styling and overall performance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had new transmission from previous owner (dad) at about 75,000 miles.
Water pump failed at 100,000 miles and was terribly expensive to replace.
Check engine light comes on after engine warms up since my dad purchased at 50,000 miles. Mazda dealer has never been able to figure out why.
Burns oil through exhaust, but doesn't leak out in engine compartment anywhere.
Never has returned gas mileage at anything above 23 miles per gallon, even on highway. I feel lucky to average 20 mpg.
General comments?
Had thought about keeping car and using as a 3rd vehicle in a 2 driver household, but I fear the transmission is about due to fail again since it was a Mazda dealer factory rebuild that was put in at 75,000 miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 V6 Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 86000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 18th November, 2004 |