Mazda 323
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Is Mazda 323 a reliable car?
Overall, the reliability of the Mazda 323 is average. The number of defects found on the Mazda 323 during the annual technical checkups is about average for a car of its age.
Based on these reviews, the highest reliability scores were demonstrated by Mazda 323 generation from 1994 to 1998, but the lowest reliability had models from model year 1998 to 2001.
Most Mazda 323 are equipped with timing belt engines, which are generally considered less reliable than timing chain engines.
Mazda 323 reviews
Total 18 Mazda 323 owner reviews
Pros: Last year's 323f. This car could be honored to keep for pocket money, absolutely nothing required. The only details I've changed are spark plugs, oils and the things I broke myself. Engine, gearbox, both damn durable, no repairs, no leaks than. Driving in parallel a German automotive masterpiece, you should be amazed at how the Japanese know how to build a car.
Cons: There is rust unfortunately. This was a bit of a winter ride, had to to weld the ends of the rear arches and sills. It must be said that the floor, sideboards and all the pockets are excellent for my car, as the above-mentioned welding works are not so expensive at all. If the next owner doesn't drive in the winter then I think this car will go for another 10 years.
The availability of parts should also be mentioned. I can't adjust the valves, spacers can not be found nowhere. Peculiar design for brakes, control with horseshoe in one piece and these are not available as well.
| Purchase year: | 2015 age of car 13 years) | Owned for | 33`000 kilometers (6 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: If you don't just drive the car, but also pick up all the little details and noises, and pay attention to them and fix them in time, then this is the car of your dreams. Fuel consumption could be 5l, then it would be perfect. You just have to learn to drive it properly, at the right speed. I don't go over 90km/h on the motorway. I rarely drive in towns.
Cons: Highway car. On country roads plastic interior rattles.
| Purchase year: | 2007 age of car 12 years) | Owned for | 72`000 kilometers (9 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: 323f has a great engine and drives well on the road. A great car for hauling wares. Has good acceleration and speed for an engine that size. All in all a good old car.
Cons: Ended up costing more in repairs (mainly steering and suspension) than I had bought it for. Cars that age in northern EU have it rough with salt, and this ended up being one. Check around wheels for it.
| Purchase year: | 2021 age of car 22 years) | Owned for | 30`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 51 € (~ 51 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: If you need to move feature - a very good car, undemanding, without excessive electronics. If you had a lot of little follow up, you can go to a good time, of course, without trying to drift.
Cons: As a decent retirement car, visual view is not perfect, but for me key - by car to get from point A to Point B.
| Purchase year: | 2016 age of car 27 years) | Owned for | 25`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 75 € | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Very affordable, abundant, stable on road, a small tax, attractive interior and exterior appearance.
Cons: Should look after corrosion, but this is not as bad as next Mazda 3,6, etc. Weak sound isolation both engine and from outside.
| Purchase year: | 2014 age of car 15 years) | Owned for | 35`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 365 € (~ 182 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Trusted. Good controllability. Comfortable seats.
Cons: Unfortunately, engine on start started to smoke. It is this car weakness. Worn oil rings. Repair does not pay off.
| Purchase year: | 2005 age of car 10 years) | Owned for | 100`000 kilometers (11 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: For fast driving - just really cool. More suitable for women because men are usually not enough space.
Cons: Low, for rural roads would be inappropriate
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
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Would recomend this car to the friend