Mazda MPV LV
The rear-wheel-drive pioneer that defined the modern MPV segment.
- Power
- 100 bhp
- Est. value
- $500–$4k
About the Mazda MPV LV
The first-generation Mazda MPV (LV) was a landmark vehicle, designed from the ground up as a dedicated multi-purpose vehicle rather than a converted commercial van. Unlike its front-wheel-drive successors, the LV generation utilised a rear-wheel-drive platform derived from the Mazda 929, providing a car-like driving experience and superior towing capabilities. The 2.0-litre variant served as an entry-level option in international markets, offering a practical three-row layout with hinged passenger doors instead of the sliding doors common to the segment. While modest in power, its robust mechanicals and versatile interior made it a reliable family workhorse that helped Mazda surpass one million MPV sales globally.
Mazda MPV LV specs
The Mazda MPV LV produces 100 bhp (75 kW) and 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) of torque.
| Make | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Model | MPV |
| Generation | LV |
| Trim | 2.0 |
| Years | 1988–1999 |
| Type | Van |
| Body style | MPV |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 100 bhp (75 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,650 kg (3,638 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 61 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 MPV LV worth?
A typical Mazda MPV LV is estimated to be worth $500 – $4,000 (about £373 – £3,000).
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 MPV LV rarity in CarSpot
The Mazda MPV LV is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 7 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 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 MPV LV fun facts
- The MPV name stands literally for 'Multi-Purpose Passenger Vehicle', a term Mazda helped popularise as a specific vehicle class.
- Unlike most minivans of the era, the first-generation MPV featured traditional hinged rear doors rather than sliding doors.
- It was based on the large rear-wheel-drive platform of the Mazda Luce and 929 luxury saloons.