1996 Mazda 626 LX review from North America

This car is reliable for the most part, but there are leaks almost every 20 seconds. Oil leaks coolant leaks transmission fluid leaks and everything else. Words of advice, don't ever get your engine washed, if you have manual transmission because it causes a lot of problems with idling and the car revs past 2000 RP-M's before it starts to go. The battery has been replaced and when it was first bought there was very poor steering. The car has been through over 10 repairs in 2 years and all of them have been over $800 each. Id advise that if your buying a Mazda do not buy one older than 5 years. it will be a poor investment because of repairs.

This car is very quick on the accelerator because its the DOHC with manual transmission and its very easy to spin the tires out.

Its handles very well for a mid sized sedan, but the tires feel a bit small for the car because of its weight.

The interior is very well thought out with tons of space and the back seat that goes into the trunk for easy access.

It is a absolutely incredible car on gas, with 750 km to the tank in the city alone!

This car in general though is a good performer, but with respect to the money spent on many repairs, it wouldn't be a very good car for someone who can't afford to spend time fixing it and working the costs off.