1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup Consumer Reviews

Excellent Stock 4x4

Written by: Luke on 04/12/2005

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I have owned this truck for a little over a year and so far I am completely satisfied. I did a lot of research on compact 4x4's before buying and after weighing all the pros and cons of each contender, the B2600i came out on top. Easy to work on, good power for a four banger, good price, great styling, tons of space, nice and convenient cockpit, and excellent reliability/dependability. If you are looking to do heavy modifications, look somewhere else, there's not much of an aftermarket for these guys. But if you are looking for a top notch stock 4x4 this is for you.

Favorite Features

Excellent 4x4 capabilities, I go through all kinds of mud with ease. Design, both interior and exterior, well thought out and engineered. Reliability, this is one tough/well built truck.

Suggested Improvements

They should have offered a V6 with better gas mileage. They should have made more of them to ensure an aftermarket. Should be stock with 7" rims instead of a wimpy 6". No overdrive until '92.

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It wouldn't die!

Written by: mks on 08/06/2004

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i Extended Cab SB

Review

People I know used to call this truck "The Tank." It started up every time without fail. It could maintain higher than highway speeds for extended periods of time, even after 100K miles on it. I am certain that I could have driven it another 200K without any major problems. It was extremely fun to drive, and highly reliable. Despite being a truck, it handled very well. Most amazing was its demise. I was doing something I shouldn't have been doing, and ended up rolling the thing down a ravine and then into a tree. Despite all the damage, the thing could still start up in the salvage yard a few days later! Even in death, it lived up to it's nickname!

Favorite Features

Reliability, amazing quality, cool- looking and fun to drive! Well worth the money!

Suggested Improvements

More power, has a very hot-running engine (although mine had a rebuilt radiator) gas mileage could use a bit of improvement. Perhaps these have already been addressed.

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I wish they still made this truck

Written by: animaldoc on 04/25/2004

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i Standard Cab SB

Review

I purchased my mazda pickup new and have been amazed at its reliability. The only thing I have had to do other than routine maintanance is recently replace the valve cover gasket which had cracked from age after 13 years of service. I drive this truck hard and cannot believe the original clutch is still working. Hats off to mazda for one of the best made trucks ever!

Favorite Features

The 5 speed transmission is perfectly matched for the motor, providing excellent traction off road.

Suggested Improvements

A little more leg room in the cab would be nice for those of us over 6' tall.

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140,000 and still going strong!

Written by: Rob Gillespie on 01/22/2004

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2200 Extended Cab SB

Review

I bought this truck used and have been enjoying it for over 10 years now. You have to admire a truck that's still in good shape after 140,000 miles. The interior is comfortable, almost luxurious for a truck, and nothing has come loose. The engine has just had the usual routine maintenance items. It's aging gracefully like a fine wine. I had to have the A/C retrofitted to use non-CFC refrigerant. Body rust is minimal even though I've lived near saltwater most of the time. My hat is off to Mazda for a superbly reliable truck. (Don't be fooled - The new "Mazda" trucks are actually Fords.)

Favorite Features

Comfortable interior, Excellent quality interior materials, super warm heat and good A/C

Suggested Improvements

Pretty sluggish on steep grades. This truck, and any truck, really needs at least a V6 engine.

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B2200 Rules!

Written by: B22Dude on 11/13/2003

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2200 Standard Cab SB

Review

I have not replaced a single componet in this truck except the radiator due to poor water quality. Clutch orig. alternator orig.,etc, well built simple truck.

Favorite Features

simple design & easy to maintain

Suggested Improvements

none

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dependable workhorse

Written by: svenb7 on 01/25/2003

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i 4WD Standard Cab SB

Review

I've owned my Mazda for a year and a half now and have had absolutely no problems with it. At 115,000 I'm still using the original clutch. I'm currently replacing the front-end suspension and steering wear components (for the first time)...parts are a little hard to find, but no more than any other foreign vehicle. Gas mileage is pretty poor for a 4 banger: 18 city, 21 highway...but the engine has good power for the vehicle (esp. having 115,000) and has given me no troubles...always starts without complaints even in cold weather (I live in Wisconsin).

Favorite Features

body design, dashboard clock, dependability

Suggested Improvements

more efficient engine

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Best Import Truck Built!!!!!

Written by: Morris Towle on 07/21/2002

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I bought this truck used in 1993, and have never regretted it. It has NEVER failed me. It has outstanding traction, I have even pulled a Toyota with bigger tires out of a mud hole I had just gone through. The only repairs I have done are Brakes, Battery, Tires, Shocks, Ball joints, the usual wear items, nothing serious. The truck is rated 18 city, 20 highways, but I average 22-24 mpg. I would love to buy a new one but unfortunately now they are rebadged Ford Rangers JUST NOT THE SAME!!!!!!

Favorite Features

Smooth running conterbalanced cherry of an engine, and the excelent working 4x4 system. Front facing jump seats "my kids love them!". Biggest Extended cab in those years, smooth ride, especially compared to those Yotas.

Suggested Improvements

RUST. The truck will never wear out but rust will be the end of it. Wish the Japanese didn't use junk recycled metal. But so far I have only had to patch hole in the bed, cab is holding up well.

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Best small truck ever made

Written by: Fred Hoefer on 06/27/2002

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I bought this truck new in Dec. 1990 and after 12 1/2 years and 188,000 miles, it still runs GTREAT! Not even a rattle or vibration. The 4X4 pulls better than my full size Bronco, although the Bronco has a tighter turning radius. The A/C is cold, excellent suspension, finally put a clutch in (this requires shopping around). Overall, I have never owned a vehicle this long and it is doubtfull that my next vehicle will last like this one. When she finally goes, she will be missed. If you have a chance to buy one of these, forget Toyota or Nissan. Mazda really made a winner here! Zoom Zoom Zoom.

Favorite Features

Overall Quality is outstanding. Easy to work on. Excellent performance. Even better than the other guy's V- 6's. 4WD is perfect! Highest Quality paint and interior. TOTAL RELIABILITY!!!!!

Suggested Improvements

1.Steering radius 2.Dealer parts prices

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Mazda

Written by: Parky on 05/30/2002

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i 4WD Standard Cab SB

Review

great truck! i've loved it since the day I bought it. Very few problems and only minor ones at that, great vehicle to drive

Favorite Features

I love the traction and final drive from the engine

Suggested Improvements

possibly more turn radius

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Best vehicle I have ever owned

Written by: on 05/15/2002

Vehicle

1991 Mazda B-Series Pickup 2 Dr B2600i 4WD Standard Cab SB

Review

138000 and counting... rock solid, no rattles, no rust, original paint still looks excellent, original clutch, people think it's a new truck... Only regret is that I can't find another one for my son who now drives as they are so rare.

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