Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Practicality AND Fun in a small car!! - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By JustinMoyer10 - August 29 - 3:00 pm

  I bought this car used and have since drove almost 15K miles & this cars great! I have become a huge fan of this car because of its practicality: LOTS of interior space for its overall size, lots of standard features for an 02, nice price. There isnt another car for the price that is that practical and so much fun to own/drive: Handling is SUPERB!, I get the sporty sense of feeling the road, I love to pack my stuff in the hatch for trips, its a great looking car as well with some nice sporty trims. Yeah youll zoom-zoom if you get one but thats because of its precise handling, not because of its power (it could use 30-40 more horses). I wont mind driving this car for years to come!

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  We love our Pro5 - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By Clif - August 8 - 2:00 am

  We needed a small, fuel efficient and flexible little car. We owned 3 Miatas in the past and they were dependable and a blast to drive. The Protege 5 is the same. A great all around little hauler that corners like a sports car and zips through traffic easily. And you can still haul a healthy load. We are very happy with it. Plus it would appear to be rock solid and dependable like every other Mazda we have owned.

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  Fun little daily driver - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By LTDScott - July 4 - 2:56 am

  I was looking for an economical smaller car with plenty of room and good handling. This car fit the bill perfectly. Ive owned it for 10K miles and have had no mechanical problems at all (except for annoying clutch shudder when cold). Im 63" and fit just fine and have had 4 other passengers in the car in reasonable comfort. The wagon body style means lots of room to haul stuff with the back seats folded down. Power is a little weak but adequate for daily driving. Stock shifter sucks, but kartboy makes a nice replacement. Handling is awesome for an econobox and the car is super fun to drive. I love the looks inside and out. Luckily the roof rack is removable. Overall great!

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  Im a Very Happy Boy - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By tman - June 26 - 6:36 pm

  Ever since the Protege5s first came out I have always admired them for their sleek design. Every time I saw one on the road I drooled with envy. Recently, when I found myself needing a new car I found one at a local CarMax with only 21,000 miles. Took if for a drive and absolutely fell in love with it. I did a lot of research beforehand and one thing I read over and over again was regarding the lack of power. Honestly, I dont understand what everyone is talking about. Maybe it is because I was driving a pickup the last couple years but I can honestly say that if this car has plenty of pep and energy for me and I am someone who likes to drive hard and fast.

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  More power to me - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By Pr5 Owner - June 21 - 10:00 am

  I love this car. Ive owned sports cars suvs everything. This has got to be my favorite. I had a guy in a Jag tell me how nice my car is. I cant believe the looks it gets. And the handling is superb. All I ask is just for a little more power. Other than that who cars.

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  Excellent car - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By Boudrot - June 16 - 10:00 am

  This is a wonderful car. After driving many other models, the MP5 was clearly a superior vehicle. It is fun to drive, great looking, comfortable and the quality is top-notch. It handles like a dream. The ride is a bit rough and it is a tad noisy, but these are minor complaints. Overall, this is a great buy.

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  Best Decision I could have made! - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By TR - April 21 - 11:56 pm

  I got this car new in 02. Candy apple red with leather! I love it, love it, love it! It has been a great car. Always get looks and compliments from young guys b/c of the sweet wheels. Have 156K miles on it and am getting a new car now but only because I am getting tired of hauling stuff for other people ---fold down the seats and this car will a twin size bed, an armchair, 20 clowns and 1 elephant. Im getting a 2 seater so no one can ask me to help them move ever again!

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  Great car for the money - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By rwm - March 28 - 10:00 am

  Keep up the good work Mazda. Got the car in January and have almost 9000 miles on it without a single problem (other than a rock chip in the fog light). As with my Miata, the build quality seems very good. The car could use a more powerful motor, but the handling is great. The interior is well laid out and seems to be holding up well to the abuse of two children. This car is a great deal for what it costs.

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  I LOVE THIS CAR! - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By vrosebud713 - March 24 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car 6 months ago and I love it. I love the design, interior EVERYTHING!! I bought it because I needed something for me and my infant but I didnt want a station wagon. I get the best of both worlds in the car. Its a wagon but its sporty enough that I dont feel like a mom taxi!

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  wow the car is tough - 2002 Mazda Protege5
  By spanishfly - March 18 - 10:00 am

  For the price and comfort there is no FUNNER car to drive than the P-5