2000 Mazda 626 Review
2000 Mazda 626 Review
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Pros
- Sharp steering and handling, improved content and options.
Cons
- Styling that is still bland, shortage of horsepower.
What’s new
Improvements in styling, handling, steering, interior content and options are the highlights of the 2000 626.
Edmunds says
A bland, bread-and-butter sedan that's not big enough for families and not sporty enough for enthusiasts.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2000 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$170/mo for 626 LX
626 LX
vs
$181/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Vehicle overview
The Mazda 626 has been somewhat of a wallflower these past few years, watching the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry receive the most attention from people looking to buy a four-door sedan. That's a bit unfortunate, as the 626 harnesses some solid attributes, especially in 2000. All models this year receive updated styling, revised interiors, and added content.
The Mazda comes in four trim levels: LX, LX-V6, ES, and ES-V6. The exterior has been altered this year by adding a new five-point grille with a large Mazda symbol, new headlights and taillights, and revised front-end styling. LX and ES models now have 15-inch wheels as standard, and the ES-V6 gets 16-inch wheels. It looks better, but the 626 still doesn't stand out very much.
Mazda prides itself on building cars that are fun to drive. For 2000, the 626 receives changes to further this characteristic. The body structure is stiffer than before, with strengthened front and rear suspension towers. The actual suspension design is still MacPherson struts up front and Mazda's Twin-Trapezoidal Link (TTL) at the rear, but there are now thicker front and rear antiroll bars. Mazda says these changes improve handling, and NVH has been reduced to improve comfort.
The steering, braking, and overall road feel of the 626 are better and more responsive than last year. The steering system has been altered to more closely feel like the Mazda Miata's, and the brake system benefits from revised components.
For power, the LX and ES feature a more powerful 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 130 horsepower and 130 foot-pounds of torque. LX and ES cars fitted with the 2.0-liter engine now qualify as ultra-low-emission vehicles. The V6 puts out 170 horsepower and 163 foot-pounds of torque. While both engines are competent, they do lack power when compared to the engines found in the Accord, Camry or Galant. Both 626 engines are available with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission.
The interior is still the same as it was when this 626 generation debuted in 1998, but 2000 brings minor updates. The big news is optional side airbags. But there's also a new center console, cloth or leather covers for the center armrest, chrome-plated door handles, different cloth and leather seat patterns, and illumination for more buttons and switches. Additional interior changes include a new rear-seat armrest, rear-seat heater ducts, and new gauge graphics.
The 626 (built in Flat Rock, Mich.) was the first Japanese-branded sedan to be called a true domestic by government agencies. With an upscale image and nimble handling manners, our favorite model is the ES V6 with a five-speed manual transmission. Though the 2000-year changes probably won't push the 626's sales past the Accord or Camry, they certainly make Mazda's mid-priced four-door sedan a much more attractive purchase for people looking for something a bit different.
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5 star(45%)
4 star(38%)
3 star(11%)
2 star(4%)
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4.38 out of 5 stars
It's been a GREAT Car!
csousa48, 05/13/2015
2000 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan
I bought my 626 (5 speed) used in 2003. It had 58K miles on it. Today, I've racked up 293,000 miles on it. Yes, 293K miles, and the only major repairs were: replaced the clutch ($400), replaced front right axle ($80 part), and did other regular maintenance, like battery, tires, oil changes etc. The rear spoiler did seperate about 10K miles ago and the headliner inside the car ripped and … is sagging. But the car is 15 years old. This has been the BEST car I've ever owned. It is still my daily driver. It is still fast and fun. I don't what I'm gonna do when and if it ever fails me. It's been a super great car!
4.25 out of 5 stars
2000 mazda 626
lorgan, 12/17/2010
2000 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan
hi, i had a 1993 mazda 626 a few year ago, i have to say it was a brilliant car, i had it 2 years and i never had any trouble with it.
I recently purchased a 2000 mazda 626 , which is about 10 year old.
I didn't expect to get a perfect car second hand , i knew it needed some work, i got a set of spark plugs, rear right hand brake caliber and an altenator belt.
I feel the same about this … car as i did about my first one, its like a big tank, a big bird on the road, u really get noticed in it.
lol.
Its quiet, comfortable, and reliable.
I always wanted another 626 after my first one.
1.5 out of 5 stars
Best daily grind car
Playfirst, 05/31/2008
2000 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan
Very comfortable, engine buzzy at 75 mph, slow pick up - don't even bother to rev it past 3500 rpms, handles great, avg. 27.5 mpg mostly city driving. Awesome car for a practical lifestyle. I love it - best beater, daily grind car!
4.63 out of 5 stars
Too bad for wind noise!
pcannon, 05/03/2002
2000 Mazda 626 LX V6 4dr Sedan
Rented 626 and thrilled to drive so
bought one. Very elegent driftwood
color and alloy wheels makes car look
classy. So fun to drive hard to
believe it's a sedan. Drives great and
perfect for mid lifers. Get the V6 for
today's driving. However, the actual
vehicle I took delivery of had an
annoying and unrepairable wind noise
from rear upper cornet of driver's side …
window. Dealer did not spend a great
deal of time and dismissed or minimized
condition so I had to unload it and get
another unit. Must have been a Monday
or Friday car. Averaged 21 mpg.
Caution, remote keyless entry will not
unlock door if keys in ignition with
vehicle running! Snowbirds beware!
2000 626 Highlights
LX
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 25 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $170/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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