Mazda 323
The Mazda Familia , also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.
| Manufacturer | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1963 |
| Body type | Sedan |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Mazda 323 (from registration data). 19 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 7.6 l/100 km | 2011–2014 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 7.9 l/100 km | 2011–2014 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 6.9 l/100 km | 2016–2021 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 6.7 l/100 km | 2016–2021 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.4 l/100 km | 1986–1989 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 8.6 l/100 km | 1986–1995 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 1986–1987 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.5 l/100 km | 1988–1995 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 1988–1989 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.7 l/100 km | 1988–1989 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 8.6 l/100 km | 2004–2013 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.1 l/100 km | 2004–2009 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 8.7 l/100 km | 2010–2013 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.4 l/100 km | 2004–2009 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.2 l/100 km | 2004–2005 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 2006–2009 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2007 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.4 l/100 km | 2010–2013 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.1 l/100 km | 2010–2013 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Mazda models
Similar Sedan models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 63% of Mazda 323s pass their MOT test first time, based on 1,704 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Mazda 323. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-04-01
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
Over the time, the contact points inside the ignition switch may become carbonized and become conductive to electricity. As a result the ignition switch could overheat, leading to the risk of a fire.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-10-14
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mazda recalls.