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2002 Mazda Millenia Premium Special Edition Sedan

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2002 Mazda Millenia – front
Photo: 2002 Mazda Millenia in Black, front right (Sands Point) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Millenia (1995–2002); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2002 Mazda Millenia in Black, front right (Sands Point) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mazda Millenia 20M (TAFP) front by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1998-2000 Mazda Millenia by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2002 Mazda Millenia in Black, rear right (Sands Point) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1998-2000 Mazda Millenia rear by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2002 Mazda Millenia Premium Special Edition Sedan is a 170-hp 2.5-liter V6 sedan with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $29,395 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 170 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 160 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Millenia measures 191.6 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,358 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$29,395 ($53,104 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.5L DOHC 24-valve V6 (KL-DE)
Displacement2.5 L
Horsepower170 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque160 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity18 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length191.6 in
Width69.7 in
Height54.9 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb Weight3,358 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.9 in
Headroom Rear36.5 in
Legroom Front43.3 in
Legroom Rear34.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2002 Mazda Millenia 4-DR. w/SAB).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Mazda MILLENIA.

22 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Mazda MILLENIA

Owner Complaints

22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mazda MILLENIA (2 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Air Bags4
Suspension3
Structure2
Electrical System1
Engine1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 25, 2014 · Unknown Or Other
“AIRBAG LIGHT IN DRIVER DASH CLUSTER HAS BEEN COMING ON FOR SEVERAL THOUSAND MILES. SOMETIMES IT STAYS ON, SOMETIMES IT BLINKS OFF AND ON.”
Nov 25, 2012 · Engine
“DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 65 MPH FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES WHEN CAR SUDDENLY OVER-HEATED, IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO BERM. SMOKE IN THE ENGINE AREA AND ALL COOLANT LOST. TOTAL DRIVING TIME BEFORE…”
Jan 8, 2012 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“OBDII, O2 SENSOR (OXYGEN SENSOR), EGR (EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION), EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM, AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUSES CHECK ENGINE TO FLASH. *TR”
May 4, 2009 · Structure
“2002 MAZDA MILLENIA PAINT PEELING OFF OF SIDE VIEW MIRRORS & BACK SIDE WHEEL WELLS PAINT BLISTERING AND RUSTING. CALLED MAZDA THEY WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE ISSUE SINCE THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED…”
Nov 29, 2008 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“PROBLEMS WITH FUEL SYSTEM PRACTICALLY SINCE DATE OF PURCHASE. NOTIFIED MAZDA MOTORS BUT WAS BRUSHED ASIDE. 1/13/03-ENGINE DECARBON/FUEL INJECTOR CLEANER;12/17/03-REPLACE ALL SPARK PLUGS;02/06/04…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 MAZDA MILLENIA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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