2000 Mazda Familia SP20 2.0 4WD petrol from Australia and New Zealand

Summary:

This is a sexy, reliable, great performer, and hasn't cost much to keep it running

Faults:

Wheel bearing needed fixed at 76,000 kms.

Radiator thermostat broke at 100,000 kms.

Front shocks needed replacing at 105,000 kms.

Front light covers need replacing (clouded over - uncleanable) at 112,000 kms.

Wheel bearing needs fixing again - same wheel - 112,000 kms.

General Comments:

I love this car - great looks, great performance - zippy around town, and a great open road traveller also.

Frugal on gas, and has some grunt.

Lots of extras... as factory standard.

Doesn't fit rear facing child car seats in the back seat well at all - my reason for selling.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 8th December, 2011