What is the Mazda Protegé?
The Mazda Protegé is a compact family car sold in North America as part of Mazda’s Familia/323 line. Its four-door sedan layout offers practical space for everyday use, and it sat below the larger 626 in Mazda’s range. The Protegé name was used through the early 2000s.
Mazda Protegé generations
The first generation ran from 1992 to 1994, the second from 1995 to 1998, and the third from 1999 to 2003. Their codes are BG, BH and BJ respectively.
Engines, power and fuel consumption
US EPA figures cover 1992–2003 Protegés with 1.5- to 2.0-litre petrol engines. The lowest listed consumption is 7.8 L/100 km, and the best combined rating is 30 MPG.
Canadian NRCan figures cover 1995–2003 petrol versions with the same 1.5- to 2.0-litre engine range. The lowest listed consumption is 8 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test. EPA and Canadian 5-cycle results use different procedures, so they are not directly comparable.
Where was the Mazda Protegé sold?
The Protegé was sold in the United States and Canada. The US market years begin in 1992, while Canada’s begin in 1995.
Questions and answers
What kind of car is the Mazda Protegé?
It is a compact family sedan.
How many Protegé generations are named here?
Three: the first generation (1992–1994), second (1995–1998) and third (1999–2003).
What engine sizes were offered in the listed markets?
The US and Canadian figures cover 1.5- to 2.0-litre petrol engines.
What is the lowest listed consumption?
The US EPA figure is 7.8 L/100 km; Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle figure is 8 L/100 km.
