Mazda 626

19842002 · 55 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
23
Best
33

The Mazda 626 has been tested by the EPA across 55 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 2002. Over this period, the 626 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 33 MPG, with an overall average of 23 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
2002
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192522MPG
2002
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
2002
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
2002
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192521MPG
2001
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192522MPG
2001
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
2001
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
2001
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192521MPG
2000
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192522MPG
2000
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
2000
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
2000
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192521MPG
1999
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1999
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
1999
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1999
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192521MPG
1998
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1998
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
1998
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1998
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192521MPG
1997
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1997
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
1997
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1997
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1996
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
1996
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
1996
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1996
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1995
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
1995
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
1995
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1995
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1994
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
1994
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
1994
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1994
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1993
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,600212823MPG
1993
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
1993
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
1993
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,450313833MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,450313833MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400232925MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,450313833MPG

Historical Efficiency

2002
25
2001
25
2000
25
1999
26
1998
26
1997
26
1996
26
1995
26
1994
26
1993
26
1987
25
1986
25
1985
33
1984
33

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (626) 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 626. 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 626 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
169
Total Deaths
127

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.3%
Fire Occurrence
0.6%
Speeding Involved
11.2%
DUI Involved
16.6%
Primary Impact Zone

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

70%
Front
23%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2022
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2018
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2017
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2016
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2015
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2014
Fatal Crashes38
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.92

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

1999
1
1998
4
1997
1
1995
2
1994
2
1993
2
1986
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory