Mazda 323 1989

This generation of Mazda 323 has been produced from January, 1989 to April, 1995. We can provide information about 9 modifications of this generation. 1989 Mazda 323 is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (1 version) and front wheel drive (8 versions).

This Mazda is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.3 to 1.8 litres and power of from 67 to 106 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 1.7 litres and power of 56 HP.
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (3 versions) gearbox.

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Mazda 323 1989 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.9 to 9.2 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 5.9 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mazda 323 1989 petrol engine version is MAZDA 323 (BG) Hatchback 1.4L, consuming 6.9 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Mazda 323 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 9 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mazda 323 modification.

Mazda 323 1989 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 167 to 218 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 156 grams per kilometer. From Mazda 323 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has MAZDA 323 (BG) Hatchback 1.4L which produces an average of 167 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.8 seconds has Mazda 323 F 1.8i version, conversely the tardiest one is MAZDA 323 (BG) Hatchback 1.8L D reaching this speed only in 16.5 seconds. The maximum top speed is 186 km/h for the 1.8 petrol 106 hp version (Mazda 323 F 1.8i).

Lenght of Mazda 323 is 411 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Mazda 323 is about 1 cm longer than Ford Escort hatchback, but 8 cm shorter than Honda Civic hatchback. Mazda 323 gross weight is from 1410 to 1585 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Mazda 323 trunk space is 309 litres.

This Mazda is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 950 €. According to user reviews, average Mazda 323 repair costs are 25 € per year. Users calculated Mazda 323 1989 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1400 € cost per year and 0.21 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 53%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 37% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mazda 323 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mazda 323 prices and costs.

In user reviews Mazda 323 received average grade 7.8 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. All authors of reviews would recommend Mazda 323 to the friend.

Mazda 323 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
MAZDA 323 1989 1.3 (BG) Hatchback 1.4L

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.3 Petrol 67 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 1.3 (BG) Hatchback 1.4L

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 73 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 (BG) Hatchback 1.3L 1.3 Petrol 73 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.6i 1.6 Petrol 90 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.6i Jan 1989 — Sep 1994 1.6 Petrol 90 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 1.7 (BG) Hatchback 1.8L D 1.7 Diesel 56 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds

1.8 Petrol 106 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Mazda 323 1989 F 1.8i Jan 1989 — Sep 1994 1.8 Petrol 106 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
MAZDA 323 1989 1.8 (BG) Hatchback 1.9L 4x4 1.8 Petrol 106 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel

Mazda 323 prices

Mazda 323 1989 - 1995 hatchback price in Latvia is from 400 € to 1500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mazda 323 price is more below average - Mazda 323 is approximately for 26 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1989 - 1995 prices). Despite of relatively low price Mazda 323 quality is above average (see below), so this Mazda can be a good buy.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Mazda 323 1994 price 700 € 1000 € 1500 €
Mazda 323 1993 price 1000 € 1100 € 1200 €
Mazda 323 1990 price 500 € 1000 € 1300 €
Mazda 323 1989 price 400 € 600 € 800 €

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Mazda 323 reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mazda 323 reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2006 defects were detected in an average of 25 percent of Mazda 323 of this generation (on average 14 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 27.6%.

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Mazda 323 1989 features (options)

Percentage of Mazda 323 with corresponding feature (option)

Adjustable steering wheel
45%
Metallic paint
41%
Sunroof
40%

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Mazda 323 reviews

Total 17 Mazda 323 owner reviews

Mazda 323 1995 Petrol 1.5 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2007 (age of car 12 years) Owned for:72`000 kilometers (9 years)
Average fuel consumption: 7.5 litres per 100km (20% urban driving)
Total car rating:
9
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   female, age 72
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