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Used 2001 Mazda 626 Sedan Consumer Reviews

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3.63 out of 5 stars

One reliable car

aaron, 10/20/2006
2001 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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First off this car will not beat too many vehicles on the road. It will get you where you want to go but speed is not what my car is about. I can't speak for the V6 models but my 4 banger is definitely missing the VROOM VROOM. But I haven't had 1 problem with the car yet so its reliability for me is outstanding and gets a 10 thus far. Car has no thrills and is nothing impressive. It just does the job its meant to do and does it well. I think it would be a good car to give to a high school kid or a family. But I wouldn't want to go hit the town in it.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Dependable transportation with good MPG

Jim, 04/09/2007
2001 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my 2nd 626. I sold my 1998 626 in 2002, and bought a truck. Sold the truck to get higher MPG going back and forth to work. Pros: MPG (29 highway, 24 all-around), dependable, reliable, no problems to date even with 80K miles (had 59K when I bought it). Cons: Ride quality decent, pick-up and transmission aren't the greatest (but to be expected with a 4 cylinder); AC isn't strong when idling (again, 4 cylinder issue). I'm very happy with this car. It's not fancy, gives a decent ride, has good gas mileage, is dependable, and I can take the family (including 15 and 8 year old) on 4 hours trips with no leg room complaints. It won't create envy of others, but gets you there.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good but with flaws

mchilders, 10/23/2002
2001 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the four cylinder LX after comparing to other cars. After driving for a couple of months I think I should have gone back to Mitsubishi. The automatic used with the four is from Ford, same one used on the Contour/Mystique line. Not very smooth shifting, quite jerky. Dealer recommended aftermarket cooler so that transmission wont burn out so soon. Talking to others with this car that seems to be a common problem. Been to service a couple of times for warranty work on interior panels and that in window antenna. Replaced rear glass due to faulty antenna (radio would go out when rear defrost is on.)

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4.63 out of 5 stars

4Bangin

lx man, 05/12/2003
2001 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Just got the 2001 mazda 626 with 37000 miles. I think this car is impressive for the price and I get a lot of compliments (especially the interior).On the freeway this car maneuver really nice.It supposed to have a sport suspension (and I believe it)Gas mileage is acceptable 26 mpg all around driving. Can't complain. I'm happy with it and glad I didn't get a civic or elantra.This car is worth checking out if you're in the market for a good used car 10-13 gran.

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5 out of 5 stars

reliable and fun to drive

oncerest, 04/21/2003
2001 Mazda 626 LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought it as the first look. As a used car, it doesn't cost that much as Honda, and certainly a good value. Since we bought it, it has been reliable, and just change oil every 3 months. And with that good price, I can use extra money to buy good warranty

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