Mazda Premacy (1999 - 2004) 1.8 GXi 5d (2002/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Smart, practical.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. A little heavy on fuel (can get up to 39 on urban and up to 42 odd on a run). Diesel option is better as a no frills all rounder and closer to 50mpg.
What are you likely to buy next?
Mazda3, Hyundai Getz / Kia Cee'd
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,495
When did you buy the car?
October 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Average
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
23k on clock. VGC, Mazda build quality. Elec sunroof, ABS, traction, EBD, Cd etc...llots of kit, for relatively little money.
What was the dealer like?
Pretty good.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
OK. Some clutch judder, especiall if you under rev it on take off. Gears can be notchy and occasionally heavy to change (3rd to 4th). Goes ok, sails along well in top gear. Engine a little gruff, but actaully sweetens on more revs.
What's it like to park?
Fine
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No.
What's most practical about your car?
Space, comfort, safety.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Electric roof, CD player, aircon.
