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The Mazda 626 uses gas-filled bonnet struts rather than a prop rod, so there is a genuine used part to source here. They are fitted on both sides of the bonnet and hold it open without any manual prop. This applies across the GD (1987–1992) and GE (1992–1997) generations, and the later GF/GW generation (1997–2002).
These two cars belong to different generations — the 1995 car is a GE (1992–1997) and the 1998 car is a GF/GW (1997–2002) — and the front-end architecture changed between them, so the struts are very unlikely to interchange. Stick to sourcing a strut from within the same generation as your car. Confirm the exact fit with the breaker against your registration before buying.
No, the trim level does not affect bonnet strut fitment on the 626; the struts are shared across all trim variants within a given generation because the bonnet and its mounting points are the same regardless of specification. You may find minor cosmetic differences in finish between parts pulled from different trim cars, but these do not affect function or fitment. Focus on matching the generation rather than the trim.
The GF/GW generation (1997–2002) did receive a facelift update, primarily affecting the front lights, grille and bumper rather than the bonnet structure itself. Because the bonnet panel and hinge geometry may or may not have changed at that facelift boundary, you should confirm with the breaker whether a pre-facelift strut will cross over to a post-facelift car against your specific registration. A breaker with the matching year car is your safest option.
Within the same generation, the bonnet and front-end structure of the 626 is shared across body styles, so a strut from a hatchback should correspond to one from a saloon of the same generation. Body style and door count do not affect bonnet strut fitment. Always confirm with the breaker against your registration to be sure.
No, engine size and type have no bearing on bonnet strut fitment for the 626 — the bonnet and its gas struts are the same across petrol engine variants within a generation. Simply match the generation of the donor car to yours, and the strut should be correct regardless of whether the engine is a 1.8 or 2.0.