Mazda 626 Engine

The Mazda 626 features a standard four cylinder engine. The following list shows how the Mazda 626 base engines have changed through the five generations from 1979 to 2002.

• First Generation (1979-1982) - I4, 2.0 liters, SOHC, 2bbl carb
• Second Generation (1983- 1987) � I4, 2.0 liters, SOHC, 2bbl carb (1986-87: fuel injection)
• Third Generation (1988-1992) - I4, 2.2 liters, SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder, fuel injection
• Fourth Generation (1993-1997) - I4, 2.0 liters, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, fuel injection
• Fifth Generation (1998-2002) - I4, 2.0 liters, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, fuel injection

Mazda 626 engines are known to give smooth, free-revving, and fairly quiet performance. Mazda's 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is rated at 125 horsepower at 5500 rpm, and 127 pound-feet at 3000. The EPA rates it at 26 mpg City/32 mpg Highway. The Mazda 626 delivers a fairly good performance. The 626 truly embodies Mazda's dedication for automotive excellence.