Mazda 323 Fastback (1989-)
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent 13 years of basically trouble-free motoring.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts are slighty above average in cost.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable in the town and on the motorway.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Responsive and nippy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never let me down.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dating now, but a good-looking car in its youth.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable seats and quiet ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mazda immobiliser fitted.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok, but get serviced at independent garages now.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Electric windows and sunroof have been problematic.

    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