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Reliability and problems of Mazda cars

We have documented 9 engines across 22 generations of 12 models from Mazda. The ones that give the most problems, according to our risk index, are the 1.6 HDi, the MZR-CD and the 2.3 MZR DISI Turbo. The lowest-risk one is the e-Skyactiv D 3.3 (low risk).

6.2 out of 10Average rating of its 16 models with solid evidence: ranked 8 of 31 makes. See the make ranking

56 recalls and campaigns documented in 18 models. See the Mazda recalls

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The Mazda engines that give the most trouble

From highest to lowest risk according to our index, which weights the severity and frequency of their documented faults. The same engine is often fitted to cars from several makes. How we calculate it

  1. 11.6 HDiMazda 3 IMost serious fault:High severity71High risk
  2. 2MZR-CDMazda 3 I, 3 II, 5 I, 6 I, 6 II and CX-7Most serious fault:Critical severity64High risk
  3. 32.3 MZR DISI TurboMazda 3 I, 3 II, 6 I and CX-7Most serious fault:Critical severity63High risk
  4. 4Skyactiv-DMazda 3 III, 3 IV, 6 III, CX-3, CX-5 I, CX-5 II and CX-30Most serious fault:Critical severity55High risk
  5. 51.4 HDiMazda 2 IMost serious fault:High severity43Moderate risk
  6. 6MZR gasolinaMazda 2 DE, 3 I, 3 II, 5 I, 5 II, 6 I, 6 II and MX-5 IIIMost serious fault:Critical severity41Moderate risk
  7. 71.5 HybridMazda 2 HybridMost serious fault:Critical severity37Moderate risk
  8. 8Skyactiv-GMazda 2 II, 3 III, 3 IV, 6 III, CX-3, CX-5 I, CX-5 II, CX-30 and MX-5 IVMost serious fault:Medium severity25Moderate risk
  9. 9e-Skyactiv D 3.3Mazda CX-60Most serious fault:High severity21Low risk

Mazda models by generation

With the engines we have documented on each one. Open yours to see its faults, the verdict for each version and what to check before buying.

Mazda MX-30

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