Mazda Protege third generation
The Mazda Protege third generation (1999–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: BJ · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,215–4,466 mm |
| Width | – | 1,695–1,705 mm |
| Height | – | 1,405–1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,610 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368–566 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,633–3,002 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)
459 complaints for model years 1999–2003. 86 crashes · 9 fires · 75 injuries · 1 death
- Airbags 69
- Transmission and drivetrain 62
- Engine 56
- Seat belts 32
- Tyres 26
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 12 versions of the Mazda Protege third 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 2001–2003 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1999–2001CLKUP | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1999–2001 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 197–205 g/km |
| 1999–2000CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1999–2000 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
Canada 6 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2003Compact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 221 g/km |
| 1999–2003Compact | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 207 g/km |
| 2001–2003Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235 g/km |
| 2001–2003Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.9–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228–235 g/km |
| 1999–2000Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.9–10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228–230 g/km |
| 1999–2000Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 212 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.