Model year guide

1998 Mazda Millenia

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Mazda Millenia is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1998 Mazda Millenia — representative photo
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1998 Mazda Millenia at a glance

Owner complaints29
Combined20 mpg

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1998 Mazda Millenia common problems

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

1998 Mazda Millenia MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1998 Mazda Millenia costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1998 Mazda Millenia trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.5L 6-cyl 153 hp

1998 Mazda Millenia vehicles on record

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Other Mazda Millenia model years

2002 2001 2000 1999 1996

1998 Mazda Millenia — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Mazda Millenia?

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Mazda Millenia get?

The 1998 Mazda Millenia has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.