Mazda 323 (1998 - 2003) 1.6 GSi 5d (AC) Owner Review

1.6 GSi 5d (AC)
Mazda 323 Hatchback (1998-)

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In their own words

Very reliable car, with a very basic interior. Fuel economy isn't the greatest. Before I did a carbon cleaned the engine, I used to get 27 MPG. Now I get around 35 MPG, which isn't the greatest either by modern standards. Rear seats slide forward and backward for extra boot space, and they recline back for better comfort during long trips.

How reliable do you find the car?

If you drive nicely, do frequent tune-ups, oil changes, carbon cleaning, change belts, all should be good. I had to change only fuel pump, but otherwise very reliable. This car will not disappoint you if you are looking for something very reliable. Very cheap to repair too.

Does the car do everything you expected it to do?

Has the basics of a normal car, and not like all these newer cars with all the distractive gismos they have.
  • How they rated it

  • Reliability: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Meets Expectations: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Matei S. recommends this car

About their car

  • Fuel type Petrol
  • When purchased August 2016
  • Condition when bought Used
  • Current Mileage 85,000 miles
  • Average MPG 35 mpg