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Mazda 323

1986–1995 · 28 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
25
Best
28
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The Mazda 323 has been tested by the EPA across 28 different configurations spanning model years 1986 through 1995. Over this period, the 323 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 28 MPG, with an overall average of 25 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1995
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG
1995
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
1994
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG
1994
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1994
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
1994
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243227MPG
1993
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG
1993
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1993
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243227MPG
1993
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
1992
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG
1992
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150253328MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500212724MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$2,400232725MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,150192522MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,450192220MPG
1989
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243027MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500212724MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$2,400232725MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,450192220MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Premium
$3,150192522MPG
1988
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243027MPG
1987
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,500222824MPG
1987
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$2,400232725MPG
1987
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243127MPG
1986
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,500222824MPG
1986
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$2,400232725MPG
1986
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200243127MPG

Historical Efficiency

1995
28
1994
28
1993
28
1992
28
1989
27
1988
27
1987
27
1986
27

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (323) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mazda 323. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mazda Mazda 323/GLC/ Protege/ Protege 5 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
38
Total Deaths
35

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
13.2%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
26.3%
DUI Involved
18.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
13%
Side
4%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2017
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
1.14
2015
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.33
2014
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1992
2
1988
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory