Is the Mazda Millenia reliable?

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Millenia

SedanPetrol (Gasoline)4 versionsOwner report

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213Hp

Power

8.5s

0–100 km/h

222km/h

Top speed

What owners say

Overview

The sentiment among long-term owners is predominantly negative, with a strong consensus on poor reliability, high maintenance costs, and significant mechanical failures, particularly as the vehicle ages. The car is acknowledged for its init

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Generation by generation

Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).

Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table

Year	Complaints	Recalls	Most-reported area
1998	29	0	engine and engine cooling
1997	18	0	power train

Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.

Specifications

Generation

Version

2.5 i V6 24V 4WS (200 Hp)

From 1997-2003

Power200 Hp

Torque224 Nm

DriveFront wheel drive

Transmission4 gears, automatic transmission

Engine2.5 L

AspirationNaturally aspirated engine

Cylinders6

Seats5 seats

Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)

Body typeSedan

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Quick facts

BrandMazda

Versions catalogued4

Body typesSedan

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