A 1996 Mazda 626 still asks 62% of what a 2002 one does — that's how much value it holds after 6 years. Among 32 sedans we price, that ranks #24, below the 101% class median. The steepest single-year drop comes at year 6 (−30.6%). Calculated from 21 listings.
Mazda 626 value by year
| Year | Trade-in | Median | Dealer | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | $2,250 | $4,200 | 5 | |
| 2000 | $1,200 | $4,995 | 7 | |
| 1999 | $2,200 | $2,800 | 5 | |
| 1996 | $1,700 | $1,975 | 4 |
How the Mazda 626 depreciates
The newest Mazda 626 has a median asking price of $2,750; a 6-year-older one runs about $1,700 — roughly 38% lost over 6 years (compare the typical depreciation curve by age).
Does the Mazda 626 hold value better than its rivals?
Over the same 6 years the Toyota Camry keeps 43%, the Honda Accord 58% and the Nissan Altima 102%, against 62% for the 626. The 626 holds value better than the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, but not the Nissan Altima.
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Trade-in, private-party & dealer price
For a 2002 Mazda 626: a dealer trade-in offer is around $2,250, selling private-party nets about $2,750, and a lot asks near $4,200 — a $1,950 spread on the same car.
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Mazda 626 value FAQ
How much is a Mazda 626 worth?
It depends mostly on the model year: in our listings the median asking price runs from $1,700 to $2,750 across 4 model years. A 2002 is worth about $2,750, the median of 5 listings.
How much does mileage cut a Mazda 626's value?
Among 626s from the last eight model years, those with 40,000 to 100,000 miles ask a median $2,700, and those with over 150,000 miles ask $2,225.
Does the 626 hold value better than the Toyota Camry?
Yes: over 6 years the 626 keeps 62% of its value and the Toyota Camry 43%, by the median asking prices of the 2002 and 1996 model years.
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