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2001 Mazda 626

US · Midsize Cars

The 2001 Mazda 626 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder
Combined Economy
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder
Displacement2.0 L to 2.5 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
City18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
Highway24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

  • 05E065000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. CERTAIN…

    Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.

    Reported October 5, 2005. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder · FWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder · FWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2001 Mazda 626 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Mazda 626?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2001 Mazda 626 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2001 Mazda 626?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.