Mazda Premacy (99-04) - Review

Review by Parkers on
Premacy has never really threatened the sales of the Renault Scenic or Citroën Xsara Picasso. The current version does little to change that. A 130bhp 2.0-litre engine adds pace to higher-spec versions, and there's a Sport model with spoilers and skirts.
3 out of 5

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Safety

Three stars in the Euro NCAP crash test. ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, front and side airbags and GSi also has traction control. Security is taken care of with an alarm and immobiliser.

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  • Adult Occupant Rating

    3 out of 5
  • Pedestrian Test Rating

    3 out of 5
4.5 out of 5

Reliability

Owners of Premacys have reported nothing more serious than the occasional stone chip to parkers.co.uk. Mechanicals are sound and, although the interior looks dour, it seems to stand up to rigorous family use.

Car check problem points

Body

Picks up stone chips easily.

Engine/Gearbox

No problems reported.

Other

No problems reported.