Mazda MPV first generation

Mazda MPV first generation
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The Mazda MPV first generation (1989–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: LV · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,465–4,661 mm
Width1,826–1,836 mm
Height1,694–1,816 mm
Wheelbase2,804 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,801 kg

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

361 complaints for model years 1989–1998. 63 crashes · 13 fires · 54 injuries

  • Engine 83
  • Transmission and drivetrain 58
  • Brakes 51
  • Airbags 34

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 MPV first generation

United States 8 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
1989–1998(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · DOHC V-6 (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · (FFS), CLKUP and 1 more trim3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
1998CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1992–1997(FFS), CLKUP · DOHC V-6 (FFS), CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
1989–1995(FFS), CLKUP2.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
1990–1992(FFS)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
1989–1991(FFS)2.6 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA276–291 g/km
1989–1991(FFS), CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
1989–1990(FFS)3.0 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–1998Minivan3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.2–16.8 L/100 km 5-cycle327–386 g/km
1995Minivan2.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle306 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.