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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 Winter tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10). The Mazda 626 uses 9 tyre sizes across 7 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

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

Best Winter tyres for Mazda 626

Best tyres for Mazda 626 by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Mazda 626

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium62%
2Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium87%
3GoodYear UltraGrip 98.99.08.37.17.5Premium50%
4Kleber KRISALP HP38.97.56.97.88.0Upper-middle75%
5Michelin ALPIN 68.98.48.68.58.4Premium62%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Mazda 626?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Mazda 626 are: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), GoodYear UltraGrip 9 (8.9/10). 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 tyre for wet roads for Mazda 626?
For wet road performance on Mazda 626, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 good for Mazda 626?
Yes, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is the top-rated tyre for Mazda 626 with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 62% 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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