Mazda · 2002–2003 · Gas
Mazda Protege/Protege 5 MPG by year
The EPA has rated 2 model years of the Mazda Protege/Protege 5, from 2002 to 2003. The most fuel-efficient year is the 2003, at 24 MPG combined in its best configuration. The 2003 model is about as efficient as the median compact car (24 MPG).
Combined MPG by model year
- Protege/Protege 5, most efficient version
- Range across configurations
- Class median
Shaded band: range across that year's configurations. Class median: same-year models in the same class, rated in MPG. Click a point to open that model year; the table below lists every value.
Every Protege/Protege 5 model year
| Year | Type | Best combined | City / Hwy | Class median | Range | Configs | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Gas | 24 MPG lowest 23 |
22 / 28 | 24 | — | 3 | $1,938 |
| 2002 | Gas | 24 MPG | 22 / 28 | 24 | — | 2 | $1,938 |
Fuel cost uses today's default prices for every year so model years compare like for like. Sort any column.
Compare Protege/Protege 5 model years
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda Protege/Protege 5 year has the best fuel economy?
The 2002 Mazda Protege/Protege 5, rated up to 24 MPG combined. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, that works out to about $1,938 a year.
What is the fuel economy of the latest Mazda Protege/Protege 5?
The 2003 Mazda Protege/Protege 5 is rated up to 24 MPG combined.