1986 Mazda 626 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.4 to 10.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.4 to 10.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1986 Mazda 626 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.
1986 Mazda 626 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 221 g/km | 240 g/km | 251 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.57 | $15.81 | $16.59 |
1986 Mazda 626: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 26 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 28 | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 595 L (21 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,700 | US$2,900 | US$3,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,914 | $3,162 | $3,318 |
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 1986 Mazda 626
- 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 16 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (6), seat belts (4) and engine and engine cooling (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90V118000 | 1990-06-14 | electrical system:ignition | IGNITION SWITCH TERMINAL MAY MALFUNCTION. |
| 86V042000 | 1986-03-11 | vehicle speed control | THE THROTTLE ANGLE SENSOR ON THE CARBURETOR MAY CONTAIN A NYLON ROTOR WHICH HAS NOT BEEN HEAT TREATED. ROTORS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN HEAT TREATED CONTRACT IN THE PRESENCE OF HEAT CAUSING THE THROTTLE MECHANISM TO STICK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS MAY CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO STICK IN THE OPEN POSITION WHICH MAY RESULT IN... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1986 Mazda 626 for buyers
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1986 Mazda 626 for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 1986 Mazda 626, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
What to check on the 626
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Reading the spec sheet
Under the hood: the 2.0L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 9.4 L/100 km works out to about 28 litres per 300 km. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $43.71 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles.
How big it is
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. In plain terms, its 595 litres of luggage space hold bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
When the 626 makes sense
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Try before you buy
Try the 626 on your commute, then decide. A test week in the 626 tells you more than any review. Rent the 626 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Money matters
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. The EPA estimates US$2,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Which one to look for
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. 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.
Your move
Want to try the model first? 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 1986 Mazda 626 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1986 Mazda 626 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1986 Mazda 626
Does CarmaCars sell the 1986 Mazda 626?
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 1986 Mazda 626 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 1986 Mazda 626 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1986 Mazda 626 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2914.00.
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.