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Mazda MPV vs. Subaru Outback Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2018 Subaru Outback |
Best
47%
Worst
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| 2015 - 2017 Subaru Outback |
Best
75%
Worst
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 2013 - 2014 Subaru Outback |
Best
89%
Worst
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 2010 - 2012 Subaru Outback |
Best
108%
Worst
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 2005 - 2009 Subaru Outback |
Best
146%
Worst
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 2000 - 2004 Subaru Outback |
Best
135%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Mazda MPV
| Mazda MPV Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
no major problems after 50k, just do regular maint. and you will love this car full 2006 Mazda MPV review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Overall few problems thus far, solid mechanics except for a few known issues full 2005 Mazda MPV review |
| 2003 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
After 75,000 miles, our MOV has only required one minor repair. full 2003 Mazda MPV review |
| Mazda MPV Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
problems like the ignition coils and rear wheel well rust are well known to owner. full 2005 Mazda MPV review |
| 2002 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Evaporative emmision control problems. Poor transmission performance. full 2002 Mazda MPV review |
| 2002 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Quite a few reports of tranny problems. The 3.0L V6 is a Ford Duratec modified by Mazda, so it worries me a bit. full 2002 Mazda MPV review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Mazda MPV
| Mazda MPV Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
no major problems after 50k, just do regular maint. and you will love this car full 2006 Mazda MPV review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Overall few problems thus far, solid mechanics except for a few known issues full 2005 Mazda MPV review |
| 2003 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
After 75,000 miles, our MOV has only required one minor repair. full 2003 Mazda MPV review |
| Mazda MPV Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
problems like the ignition coils and rear wheel well rust are well known to owner. full 2005 Mazda MPV review |
| 2002 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Evaporative emmision control problems. Poor transmission performance. full 2002 Mazda MPV review |
| 2002 | 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Quite a few reports of tranny problems. The 3.0L V6 is a Ford Duratec modified by Mazda, so it worries me a bit. full 2002 Mazda MPV review |
