2000 Mazda Protege DX Sedan
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The 2000 Mazda Protege DX Sedan is a 105-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $12,420 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.
It makes 105 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 107 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).
The Protege measures 174.0 inches long on a 102.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,449 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $12,420 ($23,441 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L SOHC 16-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Horsepower | 105 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 107 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 13 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 67.1 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,449 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.4 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2000 Mazda Protege DX Sedan with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Mazda PROTEGE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
Feb 1, 2001 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME LEFT SIDE REAR BRAKE HOSES WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR.
Consequence: BRAKE PERFORMANCE WOULD BE DEGRADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE HOSE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
NHTSA campaign 01V024000
102 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Mazda PROTEGE
Owner Complaints
102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Mazda PROTEGE (25 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 18 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 29 |
| Air Bags | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Hydraulic | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.