Mazda 323 1.5 LXi 5d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great value, especially as a second hand car, good level of standard equipment.
Costs
Fuel consumption not the best (I average 36mpg). Parts can be pricey.
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On the road
Driving
Enjoyable and relaxing to drive, good around town with excellent visibility and no blind spots, relaxed long distance driver.
Performance
Never humiliated in traffic, even when loaded.
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Living with it
Reliability
Apart from routine servicing, expensive at a dealer but good value if not, no major problems.
Image
Image a bit staid but good looking non the less, something a bit different from the usual Focus, Astra etc.
Comfort
Fantastic comfort regardless of how long behind the wheel.
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Security and Service
Security
No alarm, but can deadlock doors with remote fob.
Service
Parts are never in stock and dealer appears a bit dismissive of 'old' model car.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Faultless.
Other
One door speaker intermittent (£80+ from dealer so putting up with it for the moment).
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