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Mazda 626 generations and tyre sizes

626

CB2

1979 – 1980
Petrol55–66 kW (75–90 PS)Manual
626

CB2 (1. Facelift)

1980 – 1982
Petrol55–66 kW (75–90 PS)Manual
626

GC

1983 – 1987
Diesel, Petrol46–88 kW (63–120 PS)Manual
626

GD/GV

1987 – 1992
Diesel, Petrol44–103 kW (60–140 PS)Manual
626

GE

1992 – 1997
Diesel, Petrol55–121 kW (75–165 PS)Manual
626

GF/GW

1997 – 1999
Petrol, Diesel66–100 kW (90–136 PS)Manual / Automatic
626 GF/GW (1. Facelift)

GF/GW (1. Facelift)

1999 – 2002
Diesel, Petrol74–100 kW (101–136 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Mazda 626 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Firestone Roadhawk 2 (rated 8.1/10). The Mazda 626 uses 9 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in Dry performance while the Firestone Roadhawk 2 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Mazda 626 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Mazda 626

Best tyres for Mazda 626 by category

Best for dry
Kumho Ecsta HS52
8.6/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.5/10
Best for comfort
Toyo Proxes Comfort
8.4/10
Best for noise
Continental EcoContact 6
8.3/10
Best budget
Linglong Sport Master
7.7/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Mazda 626

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium175%
2Firestone Roadhawk 28.17.46.25.07.1Upper-middle50%
3Toyo Proxes Comfort7.87.17.77.68.4Upper-middle50%
4Continental EcoContact 67.75.38.28.38.1Premium162%
5Linglong Sport Master7.77.36.38.27.7Budget50%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Mazda 626?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Mazda 626 are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Firestone Roadhawk 2 (8.1/10), Toyo Proxes Comfort (7.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Mazda 626?
The Mazda 626 uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 185/70 R13, 185/70 R14, 195/60 R15, 185/65 R14, 195/65 R14, 205/55 R15, 185/65 R15, 205/50 R16.
How many generations does the Mazda 626 have?
The Mazda 626 has 7 generations, from 1979 to 1999.
What is the best budget tyre for Mazda 626?
The highest-rated budget option for Mazda 626 is the Linglong Sport Master with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Mazda 626?
For wet road performance on Mazda 626, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10) And Kumho Ecsta HS52 (8.1/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Mazda 626?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Mazda 626 with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 175% of Mazda 626 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Mazda 626?
To choose the right tyres for Mazda 626: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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