2000 Mazda 626: Road Test
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- MSRP: $18,515 -$22,715
- Invoice: $16,888 -$20,710
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Our road test for the 2000 Mazda 626 includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Mazda 626 from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Mazda 626, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Mazda 626 help you decide if a 2000 Mazda 626 is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 3.7 |
The 4-cylinder is adequate with manual shift but sluggish with automatic. V6s are lively with either transmission. Regardless of engine, Mazda's automatic sometimes downshifts with a jerk.
FUEL ECONOMY
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 6.6 |
A pleasing 22.5 mpg in a manual-transmission V6 test model. Expect slightly less with automatic, slightly more with a 4-cylinder.
RIDE QUALITY
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 3.5 |
Ride is absorbent, but high-speed dips induce some floating.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 4.3 |
Directional changes aren't sport-sedan crisp, though body lean in turns is mild.
QUIETNESS
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 3.6 |
Engine and wind noise are well muffled, though tire roar is too audible over coarse pavement.
CONTROLS
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
Generic in design, but nothing's obstructed, poorly marked, or difficult to reach. Oscillating center dash vents are a nice touch.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 4.2 |
Good head room in an airy cabin. Firm, supportive seats.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 2.8 |
Rivals some midsize sedans in allowing 6-footers to sit in tandem without the rear rider's knees digging into the front seats.
CARGO ROOM
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.3 |
Generously sized and usefully shaped with a low lift-over and relatively large opening.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 4.2 |
The 626 isn't the sportiest compact sedan, and it tends to be overlooked by most consumers, but it's such a highly competent family 4-door that we give it our Best Buy mark in this class. LXs offer better dollar value than EXs, but stiff competition means you shouldn't have to pay full retail for any of these Mazdas.
Total Score
| LX, 4 cyl auto. | ES, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | 50 | 41.7 |
Total Score: 49
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