Mazda Protege first generation
The Mazda Protege first generation (1992–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States.
Model codes: BG · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 3,995–4,355 mm |
| Width | – | 1,670–1,690 mm |
| Height | – | 1,335–1,405 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,450–2,500 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 910–1,210 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,605 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
181 complaints for model years 1992–1994. 12 crashes · 4 fires · 15 injuries
- Seat belts 83
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 6 versions of the Mazda Protege first generation
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1995BPE/SOHC (FFS), CLKUP · SOHC (FFS), CLKUP · SOHC I-4 (FFS), CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1994–1995DOHC (FFS), CLKUP · DOHC I-4 (FFS), CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1992–1995BPE/SOHC (FFS) · SOHC (FFS) · SOHC I-4 (FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1994DOHC (FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1992–1993BPD/DOHC (FFS), CLKUP · DOHC (FFS), CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1992–1993BPD/DOHC (FFS) · DOHC (FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.