What is the Mazda 626?
The Mazda 626 was a family car offered in sedan, hatchback and estate forms. It sat between smaller family cars and larger models in Mazda’s range, with space for everyday passenger use. Across its generations, the 626 took on new shapes and designs as tastes changed.
Mazda 626 generations
The 626 GC ran from 1984 to 1987, followed by the GD from 1988 to 1992. The GE covered 1993 to 1997, and the final GF ran from 1998 to 2002. The GD used the GV code for estate versions, while the GF estate was coded GW.
Engines, power and fuel consumption
In the UK, VCA figures cover 2000–2002 cars with 1.8- to 2.0-litre petrol or diesel engines producing 85 kW (116 PS) to 100 kW (136 PS). The lowest listed consumption is 5.2 L/100 km on the NEDC test.
US EPA figures cover 1984–2002 cars with 2.0- to 2.5-litre petrol or diesel engines. The lowest listed consumption is 7.1 L/100 km, and the best combined rating is 33 MPG. In Canada, NRCan figures cover 1995–2002 petrol cars with 2.0- to 2.5-litre engines; the lowest listed consumption is 9.2 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test. Test procedures differ by market: NEDC in Europe, EPA in the USA and 5-cycle in Canada, so the results are not directly comparable.
Where was the Mazda 626 sold?
The 626 was sold in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada. The years represented vary by market.
Questions and answers
What kind of car is the Mazda 626?
It is a family car offered in sedan, hatchback and estate forms.
What generations of the 626 are covered?
The generations are GC (1984–1987), GD (1988–1992), GE (1993–1997) and GF (1998–2002).
What is the lowest listed fuel consumption?
The UK VCA figure is 5.2 L/100 km on NEDC. The US EPA and Canadian NRCan figures use different test procedures.
Where was the 626 sold?
It was sold in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada.
