Mazda 323

It'll never grow old

Advantages: Sporty look and sporty performance
Disadvantages: Fuel consumption

I got my 323F 1.8 Automatic a year ago thinking I would get a sporty looking car but with a knackered and slow engine, but instead I got an endless fun car that performs just like its very first day. Reliabilty has always been a "must" in all my cars and so far I have had no trouble whatsoever. Parts are fairly easy to get, servicing costs are average (depending on where you get it done) and both handling and performance are astonishing. Unfortunately, ...
...fuel consumption. It might just be that being an automatic, mine just drinks petrol, but I have been told it usually is a thirsty car. Air conditioned comes as standard, with two air-bags, power assisted steering, all electric windows and electric sunroof. Forget the rumours that it looks like a girly car, as soon as you sit down and press the accelerator, you'll think you're Vin Diesel acting in the Fast and the Furious. Apparenty I'm not the ...

maurimarzal 15.09.2005 · Read full review
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Review of Mazda 323 1.8

mazda 323f gxi review

Advantages: sporty japanese looking car
Disadvantages: rear wheel arches

...the older model of the mazda 323f which is group 10. So it can be driven by young drivers aswell so dont need to worry about insurance costs. Only bad thing about this car is that the rear wheel arch has a high chance of rusting probablyh due to the design failure of rear wheel arches. Maybe if i bought it brand new and looked after it well with proper car care products it might not have happened. Apart from that its close to perfection. A pefect ...

kenny_ip_2000 22.06.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Mazda 323 1.5

Mazda 323f

Advantages: reliable machine, comfy drive, not pricey at all. great fuel economy
Disadvantages: suspension could be a little bit better to make the ride more smoother

...ride. The car seats the Mazda has have got to be one of the only designs that don't give me back ache after a long journey. The interior is extremely easy to keep clean, the large windows ensure fantastic visibility, and the fuel economy and reliability of the car is absolutely amazing. I'm very happy I purchased this car. ...

swansea_saz 06.05.2006 · Read full review
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Review of Mazda 323 1.3

My Used Mazda

Advantages: Good Fuel economy, Reliability, Sporty looking
Disadvantages: Dodgy rear washer wiper

I bought this Mazda last November on an 'X' plate with 35800 miles on the clock. I have never owned a Mazda before nor driven a diesel car so I was a little apprehensive as to whether it would be a good buy but I was after a reliable car (for a change) and had heard good comments about this brand. I also wanted air conditioning, power steering, drivers airbag, remote central locking with immobiliser and at least electric front windows and I could ...
...wiper to wipe it off. Mazda must have thought that people would want to wash the rear window without wiping it for some strange reason. This apart, I would have no hesitation in recommending this model to any future potential buyers. For sheer reliablitity, economy and comfort I do not think it can be beaten and look forward to many more years of happy motoring with Mazda. ...

Just73 10.04.2004 · Read full review
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Review of Mazda 323 2.0 TD

The best Mazda ever owned-Highly recommended

Advantages: Uber-reliability, still good-looking, cheap to buy, practicality
Disadvantages: Not many apart from low down to ground

...with Jap cars, and the Mazda 323 has been no exception. However, truth be told you are buying a totally different proposition to a Ford Escort or Vauxhall.This car will last and will not need parts every month. After doing an average 20,000 miles a year, I spent a max £160 a year on servicing. Also, I shopped on the Internet for parts, which saved a lot of dosh.Things like Headlamps can cost a fortune, however Mazda dealers sell them for around £40 ...
...shop around, but if you buy this model you will rarely have to buy spares for it, apart from the odd brake pad etc! ****Reliability**** Easily without a shadow of a doubt the most relliable car I have EVER had.Mazda need to relaunch this car.This car was 110% reliable over 100,000 miles and easily would have covered another 200,000.If it had cost me £3000, it would have been worth every penny. ****Handling**** Pretty good, and can take corners ...

princekieran79 15.01.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Mazda 323 1.6