1992 Mazda 323 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.4 to 9.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.4 to 9.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1992 Mazda 323 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1992 Mazda 323 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 197 g/km | 221 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.02 | $14.57 |
1992 Mazda 323: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 25 | 23 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 30 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,400 | US$2,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,604 | $2,914 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1992 Mazda 323
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts (13), electrical system (1) and engine and engine cooling (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V674000 | 2015-10-19 | electrical system:ignition:switch | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and... |
| 97V211000 | 1997-11-18 | seat belts:front:webbing | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELTS. THE RAIL OF THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT CAN WEAR SUFFICIENTLY SUCH THAT THE CABLE WHICH RETRACTS THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAN BECOME JAMMED IN THE RAIL RENDERING THE SHOULDER BELT INOPERATIVE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1992 Mazda 323
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1992 Mazda 323; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Before you buy the 1992 Mazda 323, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
A buyer's checks
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts, electrical system and engine and engine cooling; have those parts checked.
The numbers in plain words
Power comes from the 1.6L 4-cylinder, driving through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Fuel use is rated 8.4 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 25 litres. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $130.20. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,400 a year for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Space, size and seats
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. For luggage, 453 litres means a family's bags for a long weekend.
Try before you buy
A week with the 323 answers more than any brochure. A test week in the 323 tells you more than any review. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Still deciding?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1992 Mazda 323 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1992 Mazda 323 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1992 Mazda 323
Does CarmaCars sell the 1992 Mazda 323?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1992 Mazda 323 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1992 Mazda 323 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1992 Mazda 323 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2604.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.