2000 Mazda MPV DX review from North America
"Very good value if you purchase it as a used van"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator failed around 75000km...that was dissappointing...the dealer had 5 alternators in stock indicating that this may be an ongoing problem.
Coolant lines at rear of van needed to be replaced...these are covered under a recall and were replaced.
Strut that holds trunk lid open failed and the trunk slammed on my head, knocking me to the ground...also under recall...I can see why...my head still hurts!
Damn spare tire was needed twice and both times it was rusted in place under the van... what a pain to get it out of there... I finally just cut the "lowering cable" and I store the tire in the back of the van...
Throttle housing was replaced by the dealer...it was a recall item.
General comments?
I love the van... it drives well and is very spacious with the fold-away rear bench seat and the removable mid seats.
I would definitely buy another one...
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| Would not recommend because of rust |
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| It kept chugging, but not well |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 54000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 115000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan 240SX |
| Date of Entry | 25th February, 2006 |