1996 · Compact Car · Gas
1996 Mazda Protege MPG & fuel economy
The 1996 Mazda Protege is a compact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 30 MPG combined (27 city / 35 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 30 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1995 model. Among 44 compact cars rated for 1996, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,550 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1996 Mazda Protege's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 27 | 11.5 | 8.7 |
| Highway | 35 | 14.9 | 6.7 |
| Combined | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
How it ranks among 1996 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Protege MPG across model years
Full history →4 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Protege |
Gas | 27 MPG | 35 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $1,550 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Protege |
Gas | 23 MPG | 32 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Protege |
Gas | 23 MPG | 30 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $1,860 |
| FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Protege |
Gas | 20 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 95 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 13 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 296 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Mazda Protege?
Up to 30 MPG combined (27 city / 35 highway); ratings range from 23 to 30 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1996 Mazda Protege use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Mazda Protege?
The 1996 Mazda Protege's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 14.9 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 Mazda Protege per year?
About $1,550 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.33 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.