- Newest year: 2002
- Gas
- Midsize cars
- Same as 2001
2000-2002 Mazda 626 MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 20–25 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2002. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2002 Mazda 626 at a glance
The 2000-2002 Mazda 626 covers 3 model years in the EPA database (12 configurations in all), rated 20–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2002, costs about $2,610 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (25 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA lists identical ratings for every model year of this generation.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2002 Mazda 626 by model year
What the 2002 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$218
$2,610 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.35
Per 100 miles
$17.40
Five years
$13,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$830less a year
Class median $3,440 a year, MY2002
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Mazda 626 MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2002 Mazda 626 as for the 2001 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2001 section above.See 2001
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 626 2.5L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 626 2.5L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,020 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2001 Mazda 626 MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2000
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2001 Mazda 626 as for the 2000 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2000 section above.See 2000
2000 Mazda 626 MPG
20–25 MPG · $2,610–$4,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| 626 2.5L 6-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 626 2.5L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,020 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD: $3,550 in California and $2,280 in Texas, a $1,270 difference.
- California $3,550
- Washington $3,290
- New York $2,610
- Florida $2,470
- Texas $2,280
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2002 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2002 (GF)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2002 Mazda 626 get?
EPA rates the 2000-2002 Mazda 626 at 20–25 MPG combined across 12 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2002 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 25 MPG (23 city, 29 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2002 Mazda 626?
Every model year of the 2000-2002 Mazda 626 tops out at 25 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2002 Mazda 626?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for every model year from 2000 to 2002.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2002 Mazda 626 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,610 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,610–$4,020 a year. That is a $1,410 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2002 Mazda 626 100 miles?
About $17.40 per 100 miles for the 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $17.40 and $26.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2002 Mazda 626 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD is rated 23 city and 29 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2002 Mazda 626 compare with other midsize car configurations?
The 626 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,610 a year to fuel, $830 less than the class median of $3,440, and less than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 97 rated midsize car configurations for MY2002, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2002 Mazda 626 different from the 2001 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2001 and 2002: 4 configurations rated 20–25 MPG combined. See the 2001 Mazda 626 for that year.