2000 Mazda MPV Review
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Transmission Failed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mazda MPV 4 Dr LX Passenger Van
Review
I have been driving this car since the start of 2001. Overall it has been solid and has required only basic or required minimal repairs... until now. At only 80,000 miles the transmission has completely failed. This will cost over $3,000 to repair, more than 1/2 the value of the car. Mechanics seem surprised, but say it is a closed system, and if it goes... well it just goes. This is a real bummer and has really turned me off on this car.
Favorite Features
Roll down windows. Hiding rear seats. Drives like a car, not a van.
Suggested Improvements
Need longer warranty on the power train.
Like it, but disappointed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mazda MPV 4 Dr LX Passenger Van
Review
I've had way too many minor and medium level problems, although no major problems yet. Both front door actuators have failed, as has the driver's window motor. All have failed where there's a metal to plastic gear meshing. The CD changer jams and has to be removed and unjammed every 3-4 months. The latch for the visor mirror broke so the mirror hangs open if the visor is down. Plastic covers for inside door lights have fallen off because the plastic tabs broke.
Favorite Features
Sliding rear doors on both sides, and they have electric windows. Easy to park. Two way folding third row seat.
Suggested Improvements
Stop making motors with metal to plastic gearing. Better engine.
Problems after 6 years
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mazda MPV 4 Dr LX Passenger Van
Review
Bought this van new. No problems. Changed oil, rotated tires, purchased new tires as needed. Rear heater was warranty work. At 6 1/2 years old 100,000 + the check engine light comes on. Transmission hasn't failed yet, but we're wondering, thought Mazda was more reliable than this. Our 1st Mazda was about 9 years old, no mechanical when we traded for larger van. I want to decide when I trade, not have mechanical failure decide for me!
Favorite Features
2nd row windows that roll down made change from sedan to van no problem We have larger engine, great pickup even in mountains on vacation.
Suggested Improvements
Transmission!
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Twice Mazda Owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mazda MPV 4 Dr ES Passenger Van
Review
I have owned my Mazda van for 7 1/2 years and love the way it rides and drives. It is easily guided into parking spots and easy to backup and pass other vehicles on the highway. Love the room that it has when all the seats are lowered or removed.
Favorite Features
Sunroof, interior color.
Suggested Improvements
Gear shift too close to cupholder, console between seats.
MPV still Zooms
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Mazda MPV 4 Dr LX Passenger Van
Review
Purchased new because it was NOT a big minivan and had a fold-under 3rd row seat. Handles better than some cars of similar weight and size. Power is adequate or better in most situations. @ 90,000 miles and 7 years, has original brakes and battery, no light bulb has ever burned out. No problem with any major system. MPG rated 23 highway, 18 city, all-around experience is about 22 MPG; have gotten 25+ on highway. Can easily remove 2nd row seats and fold under 3rd row for versatility. No power seat, but ergonomics are very good. Smaller outside dimensions means easy to maneuver.
Favorite Features
Handling. Driver ergonomics. Removable 2nd row seats, fold-under 3rd row results in good hauling space. Car-like size.
Suggested Improvements
Power was OK, but was increased in 2003 model. Could have used center console in front. Gear shift lever blocks some dash instruments Front cupholders are mediocre. High step-in makes it difficult for less agile people.
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