Mazda Demio2016

Known issues

• Electrical gremlins: intermittent dashboard warning lights, window regulator failures, and occasional battery drain issues
• Door lock actuators can fail, particularly on driver's side, leaving doors difficult to open or lock
• Timing chain tensioner noise on cold starts, though actual failure is rare; monitor for rattling on ignition
• Air conditioning compressor clutch bearing wear causing reduced cooling and intermittent operation
• Direct injection carbon build-up leading to rough idle and hesitation (less common than TSI engines but documented)
• Clutch cable corrosion in coastal areas causing stiff or unresponsive clutch engagement

Good for

• Fuel efficiency and low running costs; achieves 45-50 mpg combined in real-world driving
• Reliable, proven 1.3L and 1.5L petrol engines with straightforward servicing and low parts costs
• Excellent manoeuvrability and visibility for urban driving and tight parking spaces
• Japanese build quality and longevity; many examples exceed 150,000 km with proper maintenance