Mazda 323 Fastback (1989-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    £999 with 56,000 miles in Jan 2003 (from a dealer).

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts can be expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Light steering, responsive engine and handles well.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nice engine but slightly smothered by cat.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing to write about so far.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Old, trying to be sportscar image.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Legroom a couple of inches short for me (6' 2"), but steering position spot on.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Factory immobiliser and alarm.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Fine so far.

    Other

    Some corrosion underneath, care needed when jacking.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No