Mazda 323 Hatchback (1998 - 2003) boot space, practicality and safety
With an alarm, immobiliser and deadlocks as standard, the 323 should be reasonably secure on your driveway, whilst the etched windows offer further anti-theft protection. The built-in stereo also acts as an effective theft deterrent, as it is awkward to remove and is useless in anything other than another Mazda. There is no NCAP safety rating, although the 323 does seem sturdy and resilient enough to protect you in moderate collisions.
Generously spacious for its class, the 323’s load area is sufficient and plentiful, if a little oddly shaped. Although the air con does sap the power and drink too much fuel, the 323 is a no-nonsense, hassle-free runabout that shouldn’t cause you too many issues. The steering wheel could also be improved with more customisable options – it’s only tilt adjustable – but practicality is definitely one of the Mazda’s strong points.
Basic equipment
The basic equipment list includes equipment that is standard across all versions of the Mazda 323 (98-03).
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Equipment by trim level
To view equipment options for a specific trim level, please select from the following list:
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Aegean equipment
Aegean standard equipment |
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Aegean optional equipment |
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Atlantis equipment
Atlantis standard equipment |
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Atlantis optional equipment |
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Celebration equipment
Celebration standard equipment |
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Celebration optional equipment |
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GSE equipment
GSE standard equipment |
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GSE optional equipment |
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GSi equipment
GSi standard equipment |
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GSi optional equipment |
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GXi equipment
GXi standard equipment |
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GXi optional equipment |
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i equipment
i standard equipment |
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i optional equipment |
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None available |
LXi equipment
LXi standard equipment |
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LXi optional equipment |
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SE equipment
SE standard equipment |
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SE optional equipment |
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None available |
Shiraz equipment
Shiraz standard equipment |
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Shiraz optional equipment |
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Sport equipment
Sport standard equipment |
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Sport optional equipment |
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Turbo equipment
Turbo standard equipment |
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Turbo optional equipment |
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None available |