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by mkaresh  in Cars & Motorsports,  - Top 10
Apr 27 '01 - Updated Aug 02 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Thoroughly adequate in all areas except driving excitement
Cons: Boring, lacks "zoom zoom"
The Bottom Line: The current 626 is a bland, thoroughly middle of the road family sedan. If you're looking for "zoom zoom," you'd better look at another Mazda.
When Mazda redesigned the 626 back in '93 and a six became available for the first time I wanted one. I can't exactly say why, but something about that car really appealed to me. It just seemed "right," with clean, precise styling in and out, a ...
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by Joubert - Top 500
Apr 15 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Solid family sedan. Safe, with some performance issues
Cons: Not a bargain.
The Bottom Line: For the money, an Accord or Camry gives roughly the same performance.
Introduction
I often try to edit my Epinions by considering them as I think a respected writer in that category might. Thus, I won’t post a movie review if I wouldn’t be proud to have Grouch read it nor a music review that I...
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by daniels100
Jul 06 '01 - Updated Jul 23 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great fun to drive. Excellent fuel economy. A truly sporting alternative to its competition.
Cons: Anti-lock brakes and side airbags are optional equipment.
The Bottom Line: A modern day equivalent of the seventies Alfa Romeo Sport Sedan only you know it will start every day and last 200,000 miles.
2001 Mazda 626 LX
The first Mazda 626 landed on U.S. shores in 1979 as a rear drive coupe or sedan. That car, powered by a 2.0-liter pushrod four lifted out of its contemporary Mazda pickup soon became a favorite amongst auto enthusiasts. Car...
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by mikolainis
Apr 17 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Elegant design, intuitive instrument layout, less $$ than Accord and Camry.
Cons: More road and engine noise than the competition. 4 cyl. lacks power.
The Bottom Line: Great, stylish car for less money than Camry and Accord. A little noisy, but otherwise excellent. Go test drive it and see what I mean!
I recently began the search for the classic "family sedan", and started shopping. The contenders, you certainly know them: Camry, Accord, Mazda 626 and VW Passat.
We test drove them all within a week, and I'm pleased to report the the Mazda...
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by globetrots
Feb 15 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great car for the price, beats others in head-to-head value comparison.
Cons: Could use more horsepower, seat comfort just average.
The Bottom Line: Can't beat it for the price.
I recently purchased a barely-used Mazda 626 from Carmax (see that review for more info). I had done extensive research into similar sedans, including Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima and Maxima. I already expected a better deal on the Mazda...
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by aljay89
Jan 01 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Clean, sporty styling, very comfortable seats
Cons: Interior noise, price
The Bottom Line: A sporty, comfortable ride, but you need to find a good deal to avoid the relatively high price.
After the birth of my son, I needed to get rid of my trusty but cramped coupe and get a sedan with room for the diaper bag. Lured by the low financing offers flooding the market, I set my sights on a 2002 Nissan Altima. That dream ended when the tester I...
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by marscobra
Jul 31 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Sleek design, controls within easy reach, good steering control, roomy interior.
Cons: Level of road noise is too loud, cassette player an extra option.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this mid-sized sedan to the average person/family who would like an enjoyable car that gives them a comfortable ride. This one's a keeper.
When I went looking to purchase a new car, I had a few basic features I was looking for: Automatic, A/C, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Locks, 4-door. I wanted enough elbow room not to feel cramped when driving, and enough leg room in the back to...
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by desden1842
Jan 06 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: all
Cons: IF NON USA VERSION there is no complaints
The Bottom Line: Highly recommended if not USA VERSION
GREAT CAR very pleasant to drive and mantain. Good price and performance.
The trans. problems I read about , seems to be for those USA MADE cars. I have tested 2 626 japanese version (for other countries) GB2D 2.0 AT - GE10S1 for 200.000 kms in one...
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by amary
Jul 31 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Looks good, glides down the highway
Cons: Small interior, jerky in stop and go traffic
The Bottom Line: I do not recommend this car for use for street driving because it is jerky at speeds lower than 50 mph.
My 626 was the right car for the right price, but it does not have the smooth ride or large feel of my Camry. I wish it had a bit more pep and was more comfortable. It does not enjoy climbing the smallest of hills and jerks when you first shift into...
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Its a 4dr car that does what its supposed to...
by svcadvr3
Nov 26 '04
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, economical
Cons: Road noise
I have a 2001 Mazda 626LX with the 2.5L V6. For a midsized vehicle it does just fine. It gets good fuel milage, it has been a very reliable vehicle, has good "pep", and is not too bad on long trips. It does have alot of road noise, and just doesnt seem to have any kind of "flare", I mean, its does what it's supposed to, get you from point A to B, cheaply..but thats about it..The V6 is a nice engine, its quiet runs smooth, it does not have any low end torque but does have good power for the vehicle. The car handles adequately. Really its a good car for the money..
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Reliable, good handling, good power (considering)
by ubappi
Nov 26 '08
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good 4cyl considering, features, ABS, Airbags, Sun/moonroof, CD, competitive styling, much better price than Camry/Accord
Cons: Many features "optional"-ABS, 6cyl., etc.
I have a 2001 626 LX 4cyl. It's a very reliable car, has good features compared to many cars today (2008) like a sun roof, power everything, and weird vents that "swing" back and forth. Considering the size of the vehicle, a 2.0 is pretty small. But also considering, the 2.0 has a lot of power for the length of the car. There are much smaller cars with 4 cylinders like a 2.3 or 2.5 that don't have this much power. The car also has a good e-brake. The interior styling is pretty good, however after 107,000 miles of everyday use, things start to show a little wear. Still is competitive in styling to many more recent cars, though. I love it!
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