Car financing: 1998 Mazda 626
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 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
We do not have a 1998 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.
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.
Car financing: 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. Buying the 1998 Mazda 626 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Before you sign for the 626
Owners filed 434 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, engine and engine cooling and electrical system; have those parts checked. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Specs, explained
The engine is the 2.0L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and 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.
A combined rating of 9.0 L/100 km works out to about 27 litres per 300 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $13.95, and a 300 km weekend about $41.85. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,600 a year for 15,000 miles.
When the 626 makes sense
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Practical details
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. EPA lists 396 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Try before you buy
If the 626 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A test week in the 626 tells you more than any review. Rent the 626 for a week and see how it fits your life.
Which one to look for
Within the 1998 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Make a request
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 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?
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 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.