Skip to main content

1997
Mazda 626

Starts at:
$15,695
Shop options
New 1997 Mazda 626
See ratings
Consumer rating
Owner reviewed vehicle score
Not rated
Safety rating
NHTSA tested vehicle score
Consumer rating
Owner reviewed vehicle score
Not rated
Safety rating
NHTSA tested vehicle score
Shop Cars.com
Browse cars & save your favorites
Dealers near you
Find & contact a dealership near you
no listings

We're not finding any listings in your area.
Change your location or search Cars.com to see more!

Change location

Available trims

See the differences side-by-side to compare trims.
  • 4dr Sdn DX Manual
    Starts at
    $15,695
    26 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn DX Auto
    Starts at
    $15,695
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn LX Auto
    Starts at
    $18,595
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn LX Manual
    Starts at
    $18,595
    26 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn LX V6 Manual
    Starts at
    $20,695
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn LX V6 Auto
    Starts at
    $20,695
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn ES Manual
    Starts at
    $23,995
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Sdn ES Auto
    Starts at
    $23,995
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs

The good & the bad

This vehicle doesn't have any good or bad insights yet.

Use our comparison tool to look at this model side-by-side with other vehicles or view the full specifications list .

Start your comparison

Safety review

Based on the 1997 Mazda 626 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Side driver
2/5
Side rear passenger
3/5

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 50,000 miles

Consumer reviews

4.3 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
Write a review
Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0

Most recent

  • Love it

    This car has been a great car. I bought it with 145k on it and now has 245k. Of course you fix things as needed but all in all very reliable and cheap to run. Fun to buzz around in too.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • My Best Car

    I got my 97 626 in 2000 with 30,000 miles on it. I ran it up to 250,000 miles. When I sold it, it was still running strong. Keep up the maintenance on this car, and it will not let you down. I am looking for another one now. I miss my baby.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • They don't make them like this anymore

    I have had my Mazda 626 for 14 years and outside of replacing wear and tear parts (clutch, timing belt, ect), I have never had any problems with the motor. I have 256000 + miles on it and it still drives wonderful. I even take it on road trips. I've always used mid-grade gas and kept the scheduled oil changes and tune-ups. I love it love it love.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • My late '97

    Bought a "97 real cheap fixer upper a couple of years ago. High Mileage. School car. 626 4 Cyl 5-spd. Put a couple of thousand into it. I liked it. Was planning on putting another $1000 into it and keeping it--until accident last week. Son's accident-- BOTH A-Bags deployed. Not at fault. He is okay. Looking for another Mazda. REALLY like them once you get the--- timing belt/ tensioner/ water pump/ front end assy/ Struts /brakes/tires fixed--then it drives and runs like a champ !! Cheap on gas. Reliable. Easy starter. Runs all day. I drove it some, too. Good town or hi-way car. Will get my $$ back from Ins Co. as I saved all receipts. Looking for 2000 to 2002 model. I still have my '95 626 5-spd with 150K miles--still running strong. I would rec used 626's 5 spd to anyone--but, avoid the automatics, they say.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • Trouble

    Perhaps it's who I bought it from and they didn't take care of it but this was my first car and I don't think anybody else should have to go through the trouble I went through with my 626. I bought it at ~120,000 and parted ways around ~160,000. So glad. I'd take this car to the shop every 8 months or so...mostly transmission problems. Be sure to add at least $3000 to the price of the 626 you're considering buying. Other than that, it was a nice ride because it was the sportier version.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • My Third Mazda

    I've owned this mazda for five years I bought it used. It' has been relatively trouble free. but you own a car long enough and it'll give you problems. The engine as a whole has been great, I have the V-6 and a manual and I love driving it to this day. It's very quick and sporty it has a great feel for the road and I feel really confident throwing it into the curves. It's also very roomy larger than the new 6's i'v e got a few large friends and they all fit comfortably in the large back seat. The only problem that I've had has been the cooling system it losses coolant for no appearant reason but I just keep an eye on my fluids and no problems. Previously owned a mazda mx-6 w/ man trans and it had a similar coolant issue, and an 87 626 2-door that I put 180,000 miles on. I'm very happy with this mazda. Zoom-Zoom
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • Quick little car

    I have a V6 manual. I had heard that the automatic transmissions have problems, but my manual has been great. Hasn't broke down much, but when it does it costs an arm and a leg and then some. But overall it's quick, sporty, gas mileage is about 24 mpg, not the greatest, but it's decent for a 6 cylinder.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No

Mazda dealers near you

FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1997 Mazda 626?

The 1997 Mazda 626 is available in 3 trim levels:

  • DX (2 styles)
  • ES (2 styles)
  • LX (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1997 Mazda 626?

The 1997 Mazda 626 offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 1997 Mazda 626 reliable?

The 1997 Mazda 626 has an average reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Mazda 626 owners.

Is the 1997 Mazda 626 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Mazda 626. 85.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.0
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.0
  • Reliability: 4.0
Your list was successfully saved.
 
 
 
 
Save list Compare
[{"cat":null,"stock_type":"used","bodystyle":"Sedan","page_type":"research/make-model-year","oem_page":false,"search_fuel_types":["Gasoline Fuel"]}]