Mazda 626 Saloon (1992-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value compared to other makes of cars with lower spec.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts expensive, but shop around - you can get non Mazda parts half price.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice to drive but a bit boring.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    1.8 is a bit underpowered for towing otherwise good.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very reliable but some small problems.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A lot of people couldn't tell you what a 626 looks like, but when they see it they think it looks smart.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seems OK.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rear brakes keep sticking when the handbrake is applied.

    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