Used Mazda 626 Bonnet

The Mazda 626 ran across several distinct generations, with the most commonly found UK examples being the fourth generation (GE/GF platform, roughly 1991–2002), which itself split into a pre-facelift and facelifted period around 1997. Bonnets are generation-specific, so a GE/GF bonnet will not fit an earlier third-generation 626. Always confirm the exact generation with your breaker against your registration plate.

This question crosses the mid-generation facelift boundary that occurred around 1997 on the GE/GF 626, after which the front-end styling — including the bonnet, grille and lights — was revised. The two bonnets may share the same platform but whether they interchange across that 1997 facelift is not something we can confirm as fact, so you should check with your breaker using both registrations before buying.

Trim level does not affect bonnet fitment on the Mazda 626 — the bonnet is the same pressing across GLX, LX, S and other trim variants within the same generation and facelift period. You may find minor cosmetic differences such as badges or finishes, but the panel itself will be the same part, so don't let trim level put you off a good used bonnet.

No — front-end panels including the bonnet are shared across body styles within the same generation and facelift period, so the bonnet from a saloon will fit a hatchback of the same generation. Body style is not a fitment concern here, unlike rear panels which would differ between body styles.

The key details to confirm are the generation (which determines the platform) and whether the car is pre- or post-facelift, as the front end changed around 1997 on the GE/GF generation. Give your breaker your full registration number so they can verify the exact build date and match it against the donor vehicle — this is the most reliable way to avoid buying the wrong panel.