Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Mazda 626 2002 (4 Cyl. 5M) - 2002 Mazda 626
  By e44 - September 6 - 4:33 pm

  I have absolutely no problems with this car. I follow the maintenance schedule faithfully. I have read reviews that say the manual transmission is no good. I find it shifts like a dream. My car has +100 000 miles on it and it runs perfectly. The clutch has absolutely no wear on it. If you maintain these cars they will be dependable and very economical. I would advise staying away from the automatic transmission. This is a Ford product. The car is fun to drive, has responsive steering and connects the driver well to the road.

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  Like the luxury - 2002 Mazda 626
  By Joseph-WWJD - April 9 - 10:00 am

  Mazda 626 ES is a stylish and good- looking car. Good handling. Fair gas millage. Rough transmission. Excellent price. The swing fan is so cool. Heated mirrors are the standard. Good CD player. Radio has great reception. Hidden antenna. Trunk-open remote control. Two 12V outlets and one of them is under the front console for cell phone, MP3 player, or palm pilot.

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  Needs Lumbar Support...otherwise, GREAT! - 2002 Mazda 626
  By Kay - January 19 - 10:00 am

  After more thatn 10 minutes of driving, my back becomes tired. other than that, I love the car. The sound system is great, and the car handles well. I was originally in the market for a Honda Accord, after I est drove the 626, I was sold!!!!

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  My new car - 2002 Mazda 626
  By Scott-Texas - November 27 - 10:00 am

  Very good, for a vehicle, to drive to places. I was shopping for a car, and I found one!

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  over 101000 miles and no breakdowns! - 2002 Mazda 626
  By RLC - October 17 - 7:36 am

  My 02 626 (4 cyl) just reached its 101000 mile. I am writing a review only to say that I have owned this car since it had 20,000 miles and have NEVER been let down! the engine runs great and all mechanics have run normally. This would make a great used car if you are considering a purchase. Also, the swinging air vents are always a conversation piece.

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  2002 Mazda 626 - 2002 Mazda 626
  By Patrick Collins - September 27 - 10:00 am

  Its a great car, and I have no complaints except that the A/C compressor had to be replaced a week after delivery due to a leaking seal. Also, the front bumper is misaligned and the dealership has no clue what is wrong with it.

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  Lots of band for the dollar - 2002 Mazda 626
  By kawnow - April 8 - 2:00 am

  Bought the 626 and a protege 5, which today I get rid of the protege 5. Stylish comfort. I see complaints about the leg room, which i could see if i was over 6 feet tall, but Im not, so no complaints. Excellent stero. Tansmission is usually smooth, a little, and I mean just a little, rough on cold mornings. Average gas mileage. Its my thoughts that Mazda made basic seem cool.

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  Reliable all the way - 2002 Mazda 626
  By mazdamontrealer - September 8 - 10:03 am

  This car was highly recommended by a consumer publication in Canada provided it did not come with the automatic transmission. My car is a 2002 with the 4 – cylinder and manual transmission. The engine is definitely underpowered but if you don’t mind shifting down and revving a bit, you can use the ample torque at about 3000 rpm to supply a fun driving experience. The car currently has 200,000 km (120,000 mi) on it. I keep it very well maintained, even changing the shocks and springs which give it a better ride than when new. This also helped preserve the suspension components, which take a pounding on the winter-ravaged streets in Montreal.

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  Fun, affordable sedan - 2002 Mazda 626
  By larzmac - May 15 - 6:36 am

  Still running like a champ at 130,000 miles. This car has (still) a nice pick-up. Its a blast to drive with its rigid chassis and sporty suspension. Fuel economy for me has always been just sub-30, which is great. I live in an extreme climate, and the climate controls are very impressive. It handles (very) sub-zero temperatures well, just as it cools well in over 100 temperatures.

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  Mazda 626 - 2002 Mazda 626
  By Richard Rose - February 6 - 2:00 am

  Ive owned MAXDA 626s since the 1970s and I have always felt they offered great value. One had 230,000 miles on it!