Oh, what a difference a door makes. Mazda has added a fourth door to the MPV this year. The new rear door on the driver's side means back seat passengers can get in and out from either side. It means the driver no longer has to run all the way around to unbuckle the baby from the back seat. It means the MPV is even more carlike than before. The Mazda MPV is certainly not the newest design on the minivan market. Until this year, little had changed on the MPV since its 1988 introduction. And while the 1996 model offers some refinements and styling changes, it does not represent a major redesign. Fortunately, the MPV's styling has aged well. The design does not look dated and the performance, handling and features help the MPV hold its own against the competition. This minivan is actually fun to drive. One of the things that sets the MPV apart from most of the minivan market is its rear-wheel-drive layout. The Toyota Previa, Ford Aerostar and Chevrolet Astro/GMC Safari twins are the only other minivans that employ rear-wheel drive, and the Ford and GM products are essentially trucks. This setup makes the MPV a good choice for those who tow trailers. Drivers who want improved traction and handling in slippery conditions should opt for the four-wheel-drive model. Mazda offers three trim levels--the DX, the well-equipped LX and the leather-lined ES. The 4-wheel-drive model is only available in LX and ES trim. We evaluated the MPV LX 4WD, which comes with a cloth interior and was equipped with optional captain's chairs for back seat passengers. A new All-Sport package introduced at mid-year is designed to bridge the gap between minivans and sport-utilities through the use of off-road styling cues.
Mazda
MPV
1998
1998 Mazda MPV
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Specs & Features
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.0L V-6 / 155 HP / 169 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
16 / 21 / 18 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
8 / 7
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.0L V-6 / 155 HP / 169 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 16 / 21 / 18 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel / Full-size |
Fuel Tank | 19.6 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $75 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 42.1 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 183.5 " |
Exterior Width | 71.9 " |
Exterior Height | 68.9 " |
Front Headroom | 40.0 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.7 " |
Front Legroom | 40.4 " |
Rear Legroom | 33.4 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.5 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 57.9 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,730 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 110 " |
Turning Radius | 18.1 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Steel |
Paint | Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Black |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Non Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 36 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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