Owners give this generation MAZDA Millenia (1995-2002) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 88% recommend it. These figures are based on 253 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1998 MAZDA Millenia
"Great car when it works"
"This is a great car to ride in, very comfortable, and the features are great. But this car has cost me more money to keep running than I paid for it. The check engine light has been on since I got it."
"luv this car"
"2002 purchased new, the best car I have ever owned and i have owned a lot of cars!!Only problem i have had is the engine light which fails the emissions inspection. Traded it in recently for a Honda Accord....trust me, the Millenia outshines the Accord in every aspect. I regret getting rid of it!!"
"Mazda Millenia 2001"
"This car is all power, good a/c, this is the Japanese made model, not American...has been reliable to me."
Overall 1998 MAZDA Millenia Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 MAZDA Millenia is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 MAZDA Millenia quality a 4.4 out of 5.
1998 MAZDA Millenia Reliability
The 1998 MAZDA Millenia receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1998 Millenia Features
According to drivers of the 1998 Millenia, here are some of its best features:
1998 Millenia S Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 25 MPG
1998 Millenia Sedan 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1998 MAZDA Millenia front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.
1998 MAZDA Millenia Safety Features
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
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Curb Weight | 3391 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 93.8 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 107.1 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.3 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.3 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.9 inches | ||
Overall Length | 189.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.1 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 13.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 108.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.7 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
City | 17 mpg | ||
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Highway | 25 mpg | ||
Combined | 20 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Horsepower | 210 @ 5300 RPM | ||
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Torque | 210 @ 3500 rpm | ||
Engine | V6 2.3L Miller-Cycle | ||
0 to 60 | 7.4 seconds |
Basic | 3 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 3 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
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| Price | N/A | N/A | $39,095 | N/A | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 2.3 | 4.0 | N/A | |
| Fuel Economy | City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG | City 30/Hwy 37/Comb 33 MPG | City 151/Hwy 120/Comb 135 MPGe | N/A | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Electric | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | N/A | $59,814 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | N/A | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | N/A | |
| Horsepower | 210 @ 5300 RPM | 149 @ 6000 RPM | 149 HP | N/A | |
| Engine | V6 2.3L Miller-Cycle | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | Electric Motor | N/A | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | N/A |