1997
Mazda 626
Starts at:
$15,695

The good & the bad
Safety review
Based on the 1997 Mazda 626 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Frontal driver
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4/5
- Frontal passenger
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5/5
- Side driver
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2/5
- Side rear passenger
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3/5
Factory warranties
Basic
3 years / 50,000 miles
Most recent
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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
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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
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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- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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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- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does recommend this car
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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- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does not recommend this car
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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- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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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
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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.
- Comfort: 4.4
- Interior: 4.0
- Performance: 4.0
- Value: 4.2
- Exterior: 4.0
- Reliability: 4.0
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