1998 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"Worth the cash, for the moment"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The check engine light has thrown a code of the catalytic converter being below efficiency. I believe this is attributed to the O2 sensor. Also believe this causes the rumbling and rough idling at stop lights.
Hard shifting from first to second gear.
Crack in rubber O-ring beneath transmission fluid container.
General comments?
Excellent handling and nice pickup, except for recently.
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| I give it a 6 out of 10. It's a good, reliable, but temporary vehicle |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 81000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 87000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 29th May, 2004 |