Auto loans: 1998 Mazda 626
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 9.0 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.0 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
Rent a 1998 Mazda 626 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1998 Mazda 626 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.8 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 212 g/km | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.95 | $16.59 | $19.60 | $20.65 |
1998 Mazda 626: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 22 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,600 | US$3,050 | US$3,900 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,790 | $3,318 | $3,920 | $4,130 |
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 1998 Mazda 626
- NHTSA lists 4 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 434 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (320), engine and engine cooling (90) and electrical system (14). 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... |
| 00V134000 | 2000-05-09 | engine and engine cooling:engine | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN EXTERNAL SPRING IN THE TIMING BELT TENSIONER COULD BREAK. |
| 98V243000 | 1998-10-02 | equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc. | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN A HOT, HUMID ENVIRONMENT WITH THE WINDOW OPEN AND AIR CONDITIONER RUNNING, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR CONDENSATION TO ENTER THE AUDIO UNIT AND CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT. |
| 97V228000 | 1997-12-17 | fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO A PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) INSTALLED CAN, UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, TRIGGER A SHIFT IN AIR-FUEL RATIO TO AN OVERLEAN CONDITION. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 1998 Mazda 626
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1998 Mazda 626 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page helps you judge the 1998 Mazda 626 before you buy one anywhere.
What to check on the 626
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The numbers in plain words
Power: the 2.0L 4-cylinder; drive: 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 9.0 L/100 km works out to about 27 litres per 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $41.85 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
The 626 in everyday use
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. EPA lists 396 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
A week with the 626 answers more than any brochure. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the 626 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Narrowing it down
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.95 in fuel.
Still deciding?
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
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 1998 Mazda 626 from us first.
Ask us about the 1998 Mazda 626
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Mazda 626 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1998 Mazda 626
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Mazda 626?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1998 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 1998 Mazda 626 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1998 Mazda 626 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,600 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2790.00.
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.