1992 Mazda Protege for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.3 to 10.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.3 to 10.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1992 Mazda Protege for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1992 Mazda Protege specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 10.3 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.3 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 217.5 g/km | 235 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.42 | $15.50 |
1992 Mazda Protege: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,650 | US$2,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,884 | $3,100 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1992 Mazda Protege
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 63 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts (34), electrical system (5) and service brakes (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V674000 | 2015-10-19 | electrical system:ignition:switch | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1992 Mazda Protege?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1992 Mazda Protege for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. This page helps you judge the 1992 Mazda Protege before you buy one anywhere.
Before you sign for the Protege
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 63 complaints with NHTSA, most often about seat belts, electrical system and service brakes; have those parts checked.
The figures, translated
It uses the 1.8L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
At 9.3 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 28 litres of fuel. At our price setting, it costs about $14.42 to drive 100 km. The EPA estimates US$2,650 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Protege
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
What the Protege is like
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. In plain terms, its 368 litres of luggage space hold about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
Drive the Protege on your commute before you commit to it. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Try the Protege on your commute, then decide.
Choosing the right one
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $144.20 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,650 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.42 in fuel.
Over to you
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1992 Mazda Protege from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1992 Mazda Protege for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1992 Mazda Protege
Does CarmaCars sell the 1992 Mazda Protege?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1992 Mazda Protege before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1992 Mazda Protege have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1992 Mazda Protege cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,650 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2884.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.