1990 Mazda 626/MX-6

The CarCody take

The 1990 Mazda 626/MX-6 is a gasoline-powered midsize car with front-wheel drive. It has a 2.2 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA fuel economy is 17 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway, with 19 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $4,350, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 467.74 grams per mile. Mazda is the maker, and 626/MX-6 is both the family and model name in this entry. The city and highway ratings differ by six MPG, with the combined rating between them. For prospective buyers, the figures offer a view of fuel consumption and emissions alongside the vehicle’s basic drivetrain and powertrain details. This entry describes the 1990 model and does not specify additional equipment or variants.

Who it suits. It may suit someone considering a front-wheel-drive gasoline midsize car with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and automatic transmission. Its MPG and annual fuel-cost figures can inform running-cost comparisons.

Overview

The 1990 Mazda 626/MX-6 is a midsize car powered by a 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine and paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. It sends power to the front wheels. Its EPA ratings are 17 mpg in the city, 23 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg combined.

Those figures make the split between city and highway driving clear: the highway rating is six mpg above the city rating. The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $4,350 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions at 467.74 grams per mile. Fuel economy and fuel-related costs are central considerations for anyone comparing this car with other options.

The 626/MX-6 entry provides a concise mechanical and efficiency profile: midsize-car classification, gasoline power, turbocharged 2.2-liter engine, front-wheel drive and automatic transmission. The available facts do not establish equipment, passenger or cargo capacity, performance, reliability, or condition, so those points should be assessed separately when considering an individual car.

Key features

• Engine: 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine.
• Transmission: Four-speed automatic.
• Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive.
• EPA class: Midsize Cars.
• EPA fuel economy: 17 mpg city, 23 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined.

The listed configuration gives buyers a straightforward basis for estimating fuel use, but it does not indicate whether other configurations were available or describe how the car behaves on the road.

Pricing

No purchase price is provided for the 1990 Mazda 626/MX-6. The EPA annual fuel cost figure is $4,350; it is a running-cost estimate, not a vehicle price. Actual fuel spending depends on driving and fuel costs, neither of which is specified here.

Platforms

The listed powertrain combines a gasoline turbo engine with a four-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. No software platform or connected-service information is provided for this vehicle.

Who it's for

This car may merit consideration by buyers looking for a midsize vehicle with a gasoline engine and automatic transmission, particularly if front-wheel drive is their preference. Its EPA ratings also give shoppers a defined point of comparison for fuel consumption. The 19 mpg combined rating and $4,350 annual fuel cost figure are important to weigh against a budget and expected driving pattern.

For EV shoppers, the entry describes a gasoline car rather than an electric vehicle. It offers no electric range or charging information. Buyers who need details beyond the powertrain and EPA figures should seek vehicle-specific information before deciding.

Pros and cons

• Pros: The engine, transmission, drivetrain and EPA fuel-economy figures are clearly specified, allowing a focused comparison of core configuration and fuel use.
• Cons: The 19 mpg combined rating and $4,350 EPA annual fuel cost may be significant considerations for running costs. No purchase price or detail on equipment, space, performance or reliability is available here.

Alternatives

For a broader look at the marque, browse Mazda cars. Newer Mazda options listed here include the 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 2WD, 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD, 2026 Mazda 3 5-Door 2WD, 2026 Mazda 3 5-Door 4WD and 2026 Mazda CX-30 4WD. The supplied information does not include specifications for these alternatives, so compare their listings directly with the 626/MX-6's figures and configuration.

Verdict

The 1990 Mazda 626/MX-6 is defined here by a turbocharged 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, four-speed automatic transmission, front-wheel drive and 19 mpg combined EPA fuel economy. Its city rating is 17 mpg and highway rating is 23 mpg, with an EPA annual fuel cost of $4,350 and tailpipe emissions of 467.74 grams of CO2 per mile. Those facts make fuel use the clearest point for comparison; the supplied information is not enough to judge its price, comfort, equipment or condition.