1995 Mazda 121 Reviews

1995 Mazda 121 1.3 16v from Australia and New Zealand

Model year1995
Year of manufacture1995
First year of ownership2007
Most recent year of ownership2007
Engine and transmission 1.3 16v Manual
Performance marks 9 / 10
Reliability marks 10 / 10
Comfort marks 8 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 10 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
9.3 / 10
Distance when acquired152000 kilometres
Most recent distance153000 kilometres

Summary:

Reliable, safe smaller car

Faults:

This car was only purchased a few weeks ago, and I have only needed to replace one brake pad and have a new clip installed on the battery (to hold it in place more tightly). A$100 later my mechanic has given it the all clear.

General Comments:

This is a very reliable car and has never let me down. Although it has no power steering, making reverse parking demanding at times, it drives like a dream on the road.

The 1.3L 16V engine performs well, although if given the choice I would go for the 1.5L, especially if you are intending to travel long distances.

The car is very basic, with no added extras such as central locking, air conditioning or even colour coded bumpers, but this simply means there is less that can (potentially) go wrong =).

The interior is comfortable and everything seems to fit in well. Once again, there isn't anything fancy in the dash (or even a cup holder), but if your main concern is getting from A to B; then the Mazda 121 is the car for you. Fuel economy is also above average, with A$20.00 of petrol lasting me for exactly one week.

This is my first car and cost under A$3000 with registration and a years warranty. In this price range, it is by far the best car on the market, and would be recommended for both new and older drivers.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 3rd November, 2007

1995 Mazda 121 1.3 litre F/INJ from Australia and New Zealand

Model year1995
Year of manufacture1995
First year of ownership2006
Most recent year of ownership2006
Engine and transmission 1.3 litre F/INJ Manual
Performance marks 9 / 10
Reliability marks 10 / 10
Comfort marks 10 / 10
Dealer Service marks 2 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 1 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
6.4 / 10
Distance when acquired144000 kilometres
Most recent distance144500 kilometres

Summary:

Love at first sight

Faults:

I've only had this car for a few weeks. The only bad thing about it so far is when I put it in for a major service (just to check everything out), I was very much ripped off and overall they did a bad job so that I would come within a weeks time to get it re-fixed. (this was due me being a female who doesn't know much about cars yet.)

General Comments:

When I went to view the car, it was love at first site, even before I got in and took it for a test drive.

It doesn't have power steering, but it drives like it does. It's a really fun drive with lots of power and it's only a 1.3 litre Single Fuel/injected. To fill up if I do it Monday - Wednesday, I can easily do it for for under $30.

This is my first car, is really cheap to run, and would suit anyone who doesn't need the size of a family car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 15th July, 2006

1995 Mazda 121 1.3 single point fuel injectio from Australia and New Zealand

Year of manufacture1995
First year of ownership1999
Most recent year of ownership2002
Engine and transmission 1.3 single point fuel injectio Manual
Performance marks 6 / 10
Reliability marks 9 / 10
Comfort marks 8 / 10
Dealer Service marks 8 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 10 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
8.2 / 10
Distance when acquired43000 kilometres
Most recent distance105000 kilometres
Previous carMitsubishi Sigma

Summary:

Great little car with lots of character

Faults:

Clutch plate replaced.

General Comments:

Ride is a bit harsh, you know about it when you hit a bump.

Drivers side pillar obstructs drivers view slightly.

Very economical to run.

Air con really drains the little engine.

Bubble shape looks great.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 11th May, 2002

Average review marks: 8.0 / 10, based on 3 reviews