Car financing: 1995 Mazda Protege
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 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
We do not have a 1995 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.
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.
Thinking of 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. Here is the 1995 Mazda Protege for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
A buyer's checks
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Specs, explained
The powertrain here is the 1.5L 4-cylinder with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Fuel use is rated 7.8 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 23 litres. A 300 km weekend costs about $36.27 in energy at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
A good match for
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
How big it is
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Luggage space is 368 litres, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Try before you buy
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Protege first, and buy only if it fits your life. A week with the Protege answers more than any brochure.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Running costs
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $120.90 at our price setting. 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.
Ready to ask?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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?
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 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.