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1996 MAZDA 626

Used 1996 MAZDA 626

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1996 MAZDA 626 Exterior: 0
2002
1996
Fuel Economy
20 - 23 combined mpg
Horsepower
114 - 160 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
  • V6, 2.5 Liter
Cargo Volume
13.8 cu ft
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1996 MAZDA 626 Overview

1996 MAZDA 626 Pricing

1996 MAZDA 626 pricing starts at $1,894 for the 626 DX Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $17,960 when new. The range-topping 1996 626 ES Sedan 4D starts at $1,969 today, originally priced from $24,045.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
DX Sedan 4D
$17,960
$1,894
$18,945
$1,919
$24,045
$1,969

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 MAZDA 626 models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

626 Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation MAZDA 626 (1993-1997) a 3.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 75% recommend it. These figures are based on 167 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 MAZDA 626

"the car is 14 yrs old now"

"its a decent car for being 14 yrs old ofcouse its going through its repairs but the cost of repair is definitely doable i just switched the timing belt, water pump, headgasket, belts, seals, a radiator flush the alternator and a new battery all for 700 bucks.."

"Love this car!!"

"I bought my 626 from an elderly man for only $1,500 and at that time it had 190,000 miles on it. I have now had it for almost 4 years, and it’s still going strong with now 220,000 miles. I haven’t even had to put that much money into it since I have had it. I definitely recommend this car for any high school students or even just as a commuter car since it was great to learn to drive on and is still a great car."

"Best Vehicle Ever"

"Best Vehicle ever I had my Mazda for 8 years.cheap to mantian and cheap to fix.Great gas milage. And they are very very reliable.Just give it oil and Transmission Fluid and you wont need another car ever"

Overall 1996 MAZDA 626 Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 MAZDA 626 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 MAZDA 626 quality a 3.9 out of 5.

1996 MAZDA 626 Reliability

The 1996 MAZDA 626 receives an average consumer rating of 3.8 overall and a 4.1 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 626 Features

According to drivers of the 1996 626, here are some of its best features:

  • Lasts a long time
  • Excellent Vehicle
  • Fun to drive, comfortable, folding down seats.
  • Super low mileage, no accidents.
  • Durability, fun to drive (5 speed); Great value

1996 MAZDA 626 MPG by Trim

1996 626 DX Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG

1996 626 LX Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG

1996 626 ES Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

1996 626 Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 MAZDA 626 front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.

1996 MAZDA 626 Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 MAZDA 626
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

3.8
Consumer Rating
Based on 167 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.1
Performance
4.0
Quality
3.9
Comfort
4.2
Reliability
4.1
Styling
4.0

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1996 MAZDA 626 Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
ES Sedan 4D
$1,969
20 MPG
160 @ 5500 RPM
V6, 2.5 Liter
13.8 cu ft
156 lb-ft
2889 lbs
DX Sedan 4D
$1,894
23 MPG
114 @ 5500 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
13.8 cu ft
124 lb-ft
2749 lbs
LX Sedan 4D
$1,919
23 MPG
114 @ 5500 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
13.8 cu ft
124 lb-ft
2749 lbs
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1996 MAZDA 626 Depreciation

A 1996 MAZDA 626 has depreciated $27 or 1% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,448 and trade-in value of $657.

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1996 MAZDA 626 Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $137
$1,475
$710
2023
+ $29
$1,504
$726
2024
$46
$1,458
$669
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$10
$1,448
$657
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 MAZDA 626 Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2889 lbs.
EPA Passenger
97.2 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
111.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
15.5 gallons
Front Head Room
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room
43.5 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
6.3 inches
Overall Length
184.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
55.1 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
13.8 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
34.8 feet
Wheel Base
102.8 inches
Width with mirrors
68.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors

Fuel Economy

City
18 mpg
Highway
24 mpg
Combined
20 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
160 @ 5500 RPM
Torque
156 @ 5000 rpm
Engine
V6, 2.5 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 50000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 MAZDA 626 Safety

1996 MAZDA 626 Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
5.0

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Price
$1,969
$1,930
$1,678
$1,706
Consumer Rating
3.8
4.3
4.7
3.8
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG
City 33/Hwy 39/Comb 35 MPG
City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG
City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5455
Basic Warranty
3 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
160 @ 5500 RPM
70 @ 5500 RPM
142 @ 5600 RPM
170 @ 6250 RPM
Engine
V6, 2.5 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
V6, 2.5 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
AWD
FWD

1996 MAZDA 626 Rankings

FAQs

Is 1996 a good year for a MAZDA 626?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 626 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the MAZDA 626 1996 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 626 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 MAZDA 626?

The 1996 MAZDA 626 gets 18 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

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