Auto loans: 1995 Mazda Protege
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 7.8 to 10.3 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 7.8 to 10.3 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
Rent a 1995 Mazda Protege for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1995 Mazda Protege specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder | 1.5L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.7 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.8 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 184 g/km | 212 g/km | 213 g/km | 240.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.09 | $13.95 | $14.11 | $15.97 |
1995 Mazda Protege: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 26 | 23 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 35 | 32 | 31 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 30 | 26 | 26 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 36 | 31 | 31 | 28 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,250 | US$2,600 | US$2,600 | US$2,925 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,418 | $2,790 | $2,822 | $3,194 |
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 1995 Mazda Protege
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 165 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (50), exterior lighting (28) and engine and engine cooling (22). 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... |
| 00V118000 | 2000-04-21 | exterior lighting:headlights:switch | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HEADLIGHT LEAD WIRE RUNNING THROUGH THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER CAN FAIL AT THE SOLDERED CONNECTION TO THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. |
| 95V184000 | 1995-10-03 | air bags | THE TIE DOWN HOOKS CAN CAUSE UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS THAT CAN RESULT IN UNNECESSARY AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS. |
| 95V033000 | 1995-02-21 | engine and engine cooling:engine | THE WIRE ROD USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE ENGINE VALVE SPRINGS CAN DEVELOP MINUTE CRACKS CAUSING BREAKAGE OF THE SPRINGS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1995 Mazda Protege
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1995 Mazda Protege for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 1995 Mazda Protege is a big decision; here is the information we have.
A buyer's checks
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Owners filed 165 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling; have those parts checked.
Reading the spec sheet
The powertrain to know here is the 1.5L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Its combined rating is 7.8 L/100 km, which means roughly 23 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $12.09. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles.
Size and space
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. The EPA measures its luggage space at 368 litres, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Best uses
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Drive it on your own roads
Drive the Protege on your commute before you commit to it. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Protege for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. The EPA estimates US$2,250 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Narrowing it down
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Let us know
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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 1995 Mazda Protege from us first.
Ask us about the 1995 Mazda Protege
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1995 Mazda Protege for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1995 Mazda Protege
Does CarmaCars sell the 1995 Mazda Protege?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1995 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 1995 Mazda Protege have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1995 Mazda Protege cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2418.00.
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.