Mazda 323 323 BG

Mazda 323 323 BG
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The Mazda 323 323 BG (1990–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United States.

Model codes: BG · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–3,995–4,355 mm
Width–1,670–1,690 mm
Height–1,335–1,405 mm
Wheelbase–2,450–2,500 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–910–1,210 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)311–453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,605 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

75 complaints for model years 1990–1994. 7 crashes · 4 injuries

  • Seat belts 49

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 10 versions of the Mazda 323 323 BG

United States 10 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1990–1995(FFS), CLKUP · B6E2 (FFS), CLKUP · 2VALVE (FFS), CLKUP and 2 more trims1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1990–1995(FFS) · B6E2 (FFS) · 2VALVE (FFS) and 2 more trims1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
1993–19944VALVE (FFS), CLKUP · 4 VALVES (FFS), CLKUP1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1993–19944VALVE (FFS) · 4 VALVES (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1990–1991BPE (FFS), CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1990–1991BPE (FFS), CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
1990–1991BPD (FFS), CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1990–1991BPE (FFS)1.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
1990–1991BPD (FFS)1.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1990–1991BPE (FFS)1.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.