Car financing: 1997 Mazda Protege
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.1 to 10.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. 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
- 8.1 to 10.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1997 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.
1997 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 | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 190 g/km | 221 g/km | 221 g/km | 240 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.56 | $14.57 | $14.57 | $15.81 |
1997 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 | 22 | 23 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 30 | 29 | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 25 | 25 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 30 | 30 | 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$2,300 | US$2,700 | US$2,700 | US$2,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,512 | $2,914 | $2,914 | $3,162 |
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 1997 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 66 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (13), air bags (12) and power train (12). 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 1997 Mazda Protege?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1997 Mazda Protege for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 1997 Mazda Protege for buyers, in plain words.
Before you sign for the Protege
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. NHTSA has 66 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, air bags and power train.
What the figures tell you
Its powertrain 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.
Plan on about 24 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 8.1 L/100 km. A 300 km weekend costs about $37.68 in energy at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
The Protege in everyday use
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. EPA lists 368 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Drive the Protege on your commute before you commit to it. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Picking a year and a trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
The cost of driving it
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.56 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Make a request
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
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 1997 Mazda Protege from us first.
Ask us about the 1997 Mazda Protege
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Mazda Protege for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Mazda Protege
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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 1997 Mazda Protege cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2512.00.
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.