Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  i like it a lot - 2002 Mazda Protege
  By Joneser - June 1 - 10:00 am

  I just picked up my new car last night and the smile has not left my face. Partially because its a new car, and because I think that I got a really good deal. I picked up the 4-door LX auto, w/moon, alloys, cd, for @ $15,500.

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  This is one pimp car - 2003 Mazda Protege
  By SupaFunkyKid - May 26 - 10:00 am

  Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Ford, and Chevy cant touch this car. The perfect definition of what a small sedan should be.

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  Review - 2001 Mazda Protege
  By kurtb34 - May 14 - 10:00 am

  I love it, its fun to drive and dependable (so far). Only one minor problem. Great online support community, too.

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  Very good car for the price - 1999 Mazda Protege
  By ben - April 21 - 2:00 am

  Very spacious small car, engine a little small for its weight but excellent fuel economy, very good visibility from drivers seat, picks up a lot of noise from the road. Have not had any problems or expenses, other than regular oil changes, paint coat is too thin. Definitely meets my expectations.

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  Nice and confortable - 2002 Mazda Protege
  By francisco - April 15 - 3:36 am

  hi, i bought this car on april 09, i really dont trust in mazdas cars, but this car was cheap. Now i love this car, is comfortable, have a 2.0 liter(strong engine and fast);on gas its good 35miles/galon. i like the interior too, and outside is looks good. i drive everyday 120 miles (home- work-home)5 days a week, since i bought this car never had any problem. THANKS MAZDA CO.

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  Mazda Good, but Needs Improvement - 2001 Mazda Protege
  By Freebird - April 8 - 4:16 pm

  Quality car, with great handling, solid build quality and lots of interior room. Handles like a $25000 sports car. This is a reliable car with great mpg. Problems include constant idle shake, LR power lock went at 65000 miles All 4 suspension links failed around 80000 miles. Come on Mazda! Suspension is also a bit jostly on bumps. Seats are also uncomfortable on long trips. Trunk is too small.

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  low end version of a german car - 2003 Mazda Protege
  By MaZda@NY - April 7 - 2:00 am

  I have had this car for about a year now and i havent had any problems with it. It definitely requires more power, cant do much with a flashy spoiler if it has 130hp!! Overall looks good. Should definitely have cup holders at the back.. it sucks to have nowhere to put the cups! Nice interiors.

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  Great car! - 2002 Mazda Protege
  By bmd8534 - April 5 - 10:10 am

  I bought my car used almost 4 years ago and love it! It is fun to drive, sporty, and gets pretty good gas mileage. It has enough pep and pick-up for me, but I can see how some people would want more hp. I have had a few problems with it - Ive changed the thermostat, replaced both belts after they shredded, and have replaced the brakes twice. But it was a used car and has more than 80K miles on it so I figure its going to have some problems. Nonetheless, I love my car and am looking into the Mazda 3 for my next car. Mazda delivers on its "zoom zoom" promise.

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  Great car - 2001 Mazda Protege
  By Zuumer - April 4 - 2:03 am

  I bought my Protege new and have had very little trouble with it. I usually get 32-33 mpg on the highway (occasionally 35-36) and 25 in the city. It accelerates well and handles great. Plenty of head room and great visibility. Sunroof still works perfectly after 7 years, no leaks. CD players LCD screen often goes partially blank until I push on it. Right rear door power lock broke around 60k. Replacement tires (195 55 15) are expensive.

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  2000 Mazda Protege LX automatic - 2000 Mazda Protege
  By Josh - March 27 - 1:53 pm

  Car is going strong at 95,000 miles. Only repairs done to date are new door lock actuators, the radio/CD player, and recently replaced EGR valve. Gas mileage is great for an automatic, between 30 and 35 MPG. I even averaged 40 MPG once. My only complaints are the small engine and placement of rearview mirror which obstructs vision.