Mazda 323 vs. Mazda 626
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda 323 and Mazda 626 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mazda 323 and the Mazda 626.
When comparing the Mazda 323's and the Mazda 626's specifications and ratings, the Mazda 323 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Mazda 626 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda 323's and the Mazda 626's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda 323’s base engine makes 82 horsepower, and the Mazda 626 base engine makes 110 horsepower. The 323 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. The 626 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles.This gives the Mazda 323 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mazda 626 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$7,198
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Starting MSRP:
$16,338
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Mazda 323 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
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Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
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Mazda 626 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda 323
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda 626
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Mazda 323 Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda 626 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda 323 Trim Levels
Base, SE
Mazda 626 Trim Levels
GT Turbo, LX, DX, LE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
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2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
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2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
82 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
92 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque:
130 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
325 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
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Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2238 lbs
Width:
65.7 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
163.6 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2710 lbs
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
54.1 inches
Length:
179.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
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Tire Size:
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Standard Wheel/Tire Information
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Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black
Blue
Current Blue Metallic / Harbor Blue Metallic
Red
Blaze Red / Graceful Red Mica Pearl Metallic
Silver
Niagara Silver Mica Pearl Metallic
White
Clear White
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black
Blue
Brave Blue Mica Pearl Metallic
Red
Graceful Red Mica Pearl Metallic
Silver
Silver Stone Metallic / Winning Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White
Green
Exceed Green Metallic