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2002 Mazda 626
ES V6
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2024 Mazda MAZDA3
2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD
MSRP
$31,750
Invoice
$30,991
Average Price Paid
$29,701
171 listings nationwide

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2002 Mazda 626
ES V6
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2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD
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Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

2002 Mazda 626
ES V6
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$22,405
2 listings nationwide

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2024 Mazda MAZDA3
2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$32,642

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2002 Mazda 626
ES V6

The 2002 Mazda 626 only saw minimal changes for the model year, including new interior and exterior color choices. This would be the last year for the 626. Though it was Mazda's top-se...

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2024 Mazda MAZDA3
2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD
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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2002 Mazda 626
ES V6
GuruCNT7F writes:
Dependable good car for the money.
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Kelly writes:
I have a 2001 626 lx I4 like the car allot v6 would have been nice bit 4cyl will hold its own handles great
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GuruFWZG1 writes:
Very reliable as long as the proper maintenance is done.
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2024 Mazda MAZDA3
2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD
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Specs

2002 Mazda 626
ES V6
2024 Mazda MAZDA3
2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD
Powertrain 6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
18 MPG
19 MPG
--
Fuel Economy, Highway
24 MPG
25 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 16 gal 12.7 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
165 hp @ 6,000 RPM
165 hp @ 6,000 RPM
250 hp @ 5,000 RPM
Torque
161 lb-ft @ 5,000 RPM
161 lb-ft @ 5,000 RPM
320 lb-ft @ 2,500 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
9.5:1
10.5:1
Displacement
2,500 cc
2,500 cc
2,500 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.33 in x 2.92 in
3.33 in x 2.92 in
3.5 in x 3.94 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Optional Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Optional Standard
Rear Side Airbags -- Standard
Curtain Airbags -- Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Front Driver 4 stars --
Front Passenger 5 stars --
Side Driver 3 stars --
Side Rear Passenger 3 stars --
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional Standard
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard --
CD Changer Optional --
Cassette Player Optional --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard --
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 43.6 in 42.3 in
Back Legroom 34.6 in 35.1 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 14.2 cu ft 13.2 cu ft
Maximum Payload -- 915 lbs
Exterior
Length 187.4 in 183.5 in
Width 69.3 in 70.7 in
Height 55.1 in 56.9 in
Wheelbase 105.1 in 107.3 in

Available Options

2002 Mazda 626
ES V6
2024 Mazda MAZDA3
2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Zircon Sand Metallic

Option Packages

  • Appearance Package

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