1996 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"Very unreliable stress causer."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front axle was replaced at 134,000 miles.
Water pump belt snapped and overheated my car, causing my engine to blow at 145,000 miles.
Radiator started leaking and was replaced.
Tensioner Spring for timing belt broke.
General comments?
This car could be reliable if it wasn't so unreliable.
This car needs as much attention as a newborn baby.
If one thing goes out on this car, you can plan on replacing a couple other things.
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| It is a nice car that has not required too many repairs, though more than I'd like. |
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| I wouldn't have too much hopes on this car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 129000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 148000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Lumina |
| Date of Entry | 24th November, 2005 |