In one word, the Mazda 626's key attribute is balance. This car's appeal is strong throughout a wide range of driving conditions and styles, whether the order of the day is commuting through a busy city, taking a long trip across the country or enjoying a romp through the mountains.If the Mazda 626's more expensive models are most desirable, that doesn't make this car different from any competitor. You get what you pay for in this class.
Which brings us back to our earlier suggestion: Spend some time behind the wheel of a variety of cars before cracking open your checkbook. There are no losers among midsize sedans, and no cars that are clearly superior.
In the final analysis, the difference between buying brand X or brand Y can be something simple, such as the proximity
of a dealership to your home or how willing the dealer is to offer an especially friendly price on the car you want.
Those considerations aside, the Mazda 626 makes a strong case for itself. It looks good, and its impressive appearance is backed by comfort, performance and a high level of fit-and-finish.