1997-2002 626 OverviewMazda 626 Overview (1997 - 2002)
1997 - 2002
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 129 mph
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- 9.6 - 13.5 seconds
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- 89 - 134 BHP
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- 34.4 - 54.3 mpg
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- 1,180 - 1,440 kg
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- 502 L (Hatchback)
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- 502 L (Saloon)
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- 484 - 1,677 L (Estate)
This generation of the Mazda 626 was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 1997 - 2002. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a hatchback, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available from either a 1.8 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 626 is the Mazda 626 2.0 which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 134 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 102 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 129 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda 626 Estate D is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 723 miles and can store 484-1,677 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,500 kg.