Model year guide

1999 Mazda Millenia

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Mazda Millenia is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

1999 Mazda Millenia — representative photo
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1999 Mazda Millenia at a glance

Owner complaints29
Combined20 mpg

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1999 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.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

1999 Mazda Millenia MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Forced inductionSupercharged
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

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 1999 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.

1999 Mazda Millenia trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.5L 6-cyl 153 hp

1999 Mazda Millenia vehicles on record

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Other Mazda Millenia model years

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1999 Mazda Millenia — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mazda Millenia?

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

What gas mileage does the 1999 Mazda Millenia get?

The 1999 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.