1995 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"OK car with some big problems."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission rebuilt at 120,00 miles.
Struts and strut bearings replaced.
All five engine mounts replaced at 141,000 miles to fix vibration.
Drive axles replaced twice.
Water pump leaked at 125,00.
Oxygen and airflow sensors.
General comments?
Car has been reliable with a few big exceptions. I feel 626 owners pain.
O/D light started flashing, $1500 to fix transmission.
Car was vibrating at stops. Just replaced all engine mounts for $900. The mounts were $600 just for the parts.
Motor is running good at 141,00 miles.
Have used synthetic oils since we bought it.
I will not buy another Mazda. There has to be a better made car out there.
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| Stylish and Relativley reliable if you get the Automatic |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 13000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 141000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Charger |
| Date of Entry | 9th July, 2005 |