1998 Mazda 626 DX review from North America
"The 626 DX is fairly cheap, mostly reliable, but certainly not glamorous"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Spark plugs, spark plug wires and v-belt replaced at 107000.
Intake gasket and wheel and carrier bearings replaced at 116000.
General comments?
With only minor maintenance issues, this car has been pretty cheap to own.
This car's fuel efficiency is decent at about 32 on the highway and 27 in town.
I was disappointed that Mazda does not offer a hitch for this car, nor will the dealership install cruise control.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder. 2.0 Liter Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 99000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 138000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 28th February, 2006 |