Mazda 929 HB
A refined, rear-wheel-drive executive cruiser from Mazda's boxy era.
- Power
- 101 bhp
- Top speed
- 111 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$8k
About the Mazda 929 HB
The HB-generation Mazda 929, known as the Luce in Japan, represented Mazda's flagship executive offering in the early 1980s. While the Japanese market enjoyed high-tech rotary and turbo variants, export markets typically received the reliable 2.0-litre FE-series inline-four. It was noted for its conservative, boxy styling and a comfortable, well-appointed interior that aimed to compete with European executive saloons. As a rear-wheel-drive platform, it offered a traditional driving experience with a focus on refinement over outright sportiness, making it a rare sight on modern roads today.
Mazda 929 HB specs
The Mazda 929 HB produces 101 bhp (75 kW) and 156 Nm (115 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 111 mph (178 km/h).
| Make | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Model | 929 |
| Generation | HB |
| Trim | 2.0 |
| Years | 1981–1987 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 101 bhp (75 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 156 Nm (115 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 111 mph (178 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,140 kg (2,513 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 89 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Mazda 929 HB worth?
A typical Mazda 929 HB is estimated to be worth $2,500 – $8,000 (about £1,900 – £6,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Mazda 929 HB rarity in CarSpot
The Mazda 929 HB is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 16 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Mazda 929 HB fun facts
- The HB platform was shared with the Mazda Cosmo, which featured the world's first production turbocharged rotary engine in the Japanese market.
- In some markets, the 929 was one of the few cars to offer 'oscillating' dashboard vents that automatically swept air across the cabin.
- While the saloon was replaced in 1987, the estate version of this generation continued production until 1988 because no successor wagon was developed.