Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  TRANSMISSION,TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION! - 1999 Mazda 626
  By Tamika - April 6 - 2:00 am

  Yah, I KNOW that I have more than 90000 mi on a 1999 626, But does that mean that I should not be upset that my car has been in the shop more than I have had it in my possesion?! Not only did I change the transmission, but the enginge. Oh! And it gets better, the car is currently at the shop(Im still paying a car note monthly!) because the check engine light has been on forever. I am paying for the sensor to be changed, and was told if that doesnt work the dealership will have to order me a new chip! Basiclly I have replaced the entire car. If I decide to sell it, its not worth even close to what Ive put into this.

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  Mazda 626 - 2000 Mazda 626
  By Mike Bean - March 23 - 2:40 pm

  I purchased my Mazda 626 back in Oct. 2001. I really wanted a 2000 Dodge Intrepid but was not pleased with the cornering of the vehicle (it leaned while turning corners). I drove the Mazda 626 and was impressed with its performance. About 70,000 miles later my tranny failed. At 89,000 it failed again. After intense investigations, I found out the trannys all overheated. Mazda did not install transmission coolers in these cars. ALL CARS HAVE THEM, EXCEPT THESE. I installed a $25 tranny cooler myself in about 15 minutes. This cooler couldve saved me $4400. My Mazda has over 140k miles and runs like new. Why didnt the repair shop detect the root of the problem?

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  buy one - 2002 Mazda 626
  By ski - March 17 - 2:00 am

  after two months of test driving the 2003 altima, accord, and camry i stumbled upon the 626. i love the ride and comfort of the car. the 4 cyl could use a couple extra ponies, but, i wasnt looking for a sports car. i also could not pass up the price. 2002 with 6K and 2.5 yrs left on warranty for 13,000. i believe this was due to two rental companies filing bankruptcy and sending inventory to auction.

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  I love my Mazda - 1999 Mazda 626
  By caris car - March 14 - 7:00 am

  My car has over 110,000 miles on it; Yesterday I got almost 40 mpg, interstate driving @ 73 mph with AC, cruise when possible. My car needs a tune up too, but always gets regular oil changes. I added a spoiler, alloy wheels and a stripe at purchase giving the design a more finished look; people still remark at how sporty my car is. I would buy another same model or V6 when/if this one ever gives up. I have minor back problems and the seats are great even for long distances; the rotating fan is great for in between weather and saves AC. Good buy for my money.

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  Needs work - 2002 Mazda 626
  By RPG - February 21 - 10:00 am

  Lack powers and is very sluggish around the city. Seats very uncomfortable, even with power seat adjustments.

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  1998 Mazda LX 2.0 L Automatic - 1998 Mazda 626
  By tony049 - February 14 - 2:32 am

  I bought my car in 1998 new. Ive owned it for the past 16 years and have NEVER had one bit of problems. The only thing Ive done is change the oil regularly, replaced one set of complete tires, and have had regular service intervals. Car still looks good and the interior still looks new. Ive never regretted buying this car. Gas mileage is good but could be better but I have no complaints. This is a great car!

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  Mazda 626 Problems - 1998 Mazda 626
  By Michael - January 30 - 9:20 am

  New 1998 Mazda 626 replaced a 626 that was totaled. Been nothing but problems. Im an engineer, change oil religiously, chk tires etc. Auto transmission failure at 66K miles. Seems there was a design flaw in the tranny Mazda never fixed. After discovering this I didnt want Mazda parts used so I went to guaranteed for life tranny shop. Rebuilt transmission still running strong. Mazda refused to help with the costs as I used non-Mazda parts. Nothing but electrical problems. Factory car alarm goes off without any reason, windshield wipers slow. Turn sig. blinkers are fast then slow. Engine runs good but rest of car is a mess. After owning 4 Mazdas Ive not bought another and will not.

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  a lot for a little - 2000 Mazda 626
  By value conscious - January 11 - 2:00 am

  When we got the letter that our 1997 626s lease was going to expire, I drove the Honda, Toyota , VW & the new 626. and quite frankly I couldnt tell that much difference, so price became an important factor. We have always liked the moonroof and ABS brakes, and for our new one we wanted leather seats, which added a week or so to find what we wanted, The transmission does shift hard once in awhile but the car has only had one little recall and seen the shop only for perodic services. The Mazda company has been outstanding when dealing with them

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  Great Car But... - 1998 Mazda 626
  By Haines - January 10 - 10:00 am

  The 626 four cylinder 5 speed is fun to drive, roomy and good looking.

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  Dull but very reliable - 2002 Mazda 626
  By Dependable - December 27 - 7:00 pm

  I had the car since it had 25K miles. Now four years later and at 104K miles it has hardly any problems. Extremely reliable car. As others said, new passengers always find the swinging air vent interesting.