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 hp
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- 28.6 - 45.2 mpg
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- 2,601 - 3,175 lbs
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- 17.7 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 17.1 - 59.2 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 17.7 ft3 (Hatchback)
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 sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 21.63 lb/hp 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 Wagon Turbodiesel 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 17.1-59.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.