Used 1998 MAZDA 626
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1998 MAZDA 626 Overview
626 Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation MAZDA 626 (1998-2002) a 3.9 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 80% recommend it. These figures are based on 363 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1998 MAZDA 626
"worst vehicle i've owned"
"I do not like this car very much. It always seemed to have a major repair needed. I purchased it for a reasonable amount but the work that I have put into it has been more than the purchase price. On the outside it looks like a pretty nice looking car and when it is working fine it drives ok, but I would definetly not sell this car to a friend that I want to keep."
"Not worth it."
"I have a 2001 ES V6 with 136,000 miles. 6 cylinder trans. are good, its just the 4 cylinder trans. that are bad. My car is running bad. My car has started to burn oil, my car runs hot during the summer months( i replaced the fluid, check for leaks, replace thermostat) they can't figure out why it runs hot. Rear brakes squeak loudly, nothing wrong with them either. Stupid little things go wrong on it like replacing the sway bar and CV joints and a major tune up. You have been warned."
"WORST 4,000 ever wasted"
"I brought this car used and just like many others who wrote bad reviews about this car the transmission gave way less than a week that I had it. In total the transmission was repaired three times out of the dealer's pocket because there was a warranty still on the transmission(that I did not know about until the transmission gave up). I would not recommend this as a car anyone should buy, its handling is kind of strange too. Hopefully Mazda Zoom Zoom must be how fast they come off the factory line."
Overall 1998 MAZDA 626 Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 MAZDA 626 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 MAZDA 626 quality a 4 out of 5.
1998 MAZDA 626 Reliability
The 1998 MAZDA 626 receives an average consumer rating of 3.9 overall and a 4.1 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1998 626 Features
According to drivers of the 1998 626, here are some of its best features:
- Its old but reliable ..
- Dependable, reliable car! Large trunk for size
- GREAT CAR!!!!!
- Great price, very reliable, fun to drive
- Love to drive it! Windows down and roof open!
1998 MAZDA 626 MPG by Trim
1998 626 DX Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1998 626 LX Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1998 626 ES Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
1998 626 Safety
1998 MAZDA 626 Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
1998 MAZDA 626
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1998 MAZDA 626 Depreciation
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1998 MAZDA 626 Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | - | $1,471 | $714 | ||
2023 | + $59 | $1,530 | $729 | ||
2024 | $46 | $1,484 | $672 | ||
2025 | $18 | $1,466 | $650 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1998 MAZDA 626 Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2798 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 97.1 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.2 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.6 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 186.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 105.1 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.3 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 19 mpg | ||
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Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 22 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 125 @ 5500 RPM | ||
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Torque | 127 @ 3000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 3 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |