Mazda 323 Hatchback (1998-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Paid £5,200 for a 2 years and 10 month old, 1 elderly owner, 23k miles and FMSH.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The setup is pretty sporty, but pretty comfy as well.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty powerful and smooth. More than adequate.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Used to the 2 previous shape 323 and they are just as reliable as a typical Jap car.

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    5 out of 5 5.0

    Mrs perfers the 323, then the X reg Polo 1.4SE and X reg Toyota Corolla 1.6 GLS.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No complaint whatsoever...

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No complaint whatsoever...

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes