Mazda Protege/Protege 5
2002–2003 · 7 configurations
The Mazda Protege/Protege 5 has been tested by the EPA across 7 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2003. Over this period, the Protege/Protege 5 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 23 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.
All Configurations
| Year | Powertrain | Annual Cost | City | Hwy | Comb MPG | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Regular | $2,500 | 22 | 28 | 24MPG | |
| 2003 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Premium | $3,000 | 21 | 27 | 23MPG | |
| 2003 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Regular | $2,500 | 22 | 28 | 24MPG | |
| 2003 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (S4) • Regular | $2,500 | 22 | 28 | 24MPG | |
| 2002 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Regular | $2,500 | 22 | 28 | 24MPG | |
| 2002 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Regular | $2,500 | 22 | 28 | 24MPG | |
| 2002 | 2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive Automatic (S4) • Regular | $2,500 | 22 | 28 | 24MPG |
Historical Efficiency
Safety Rating History
NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Protege/Protege 5) has not been independently rated.
Complaint & Incident History
The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mazda Protege/Protege 5. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.
No NHTSA consumer complaints have been reported for this model.