1994 Mazda Protege LX review from North America
"This car is a dependable joy to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only problems with this car has been a bad thermostat sensor which cost 60.00 dollars and only could be found at a dealership. This happened with about 47,000 miles on the car.
I have replaced CV boots and will replace CV joints in the near future. I have also replaced several mufflers and decided to use Midas so each year she gets a new one.
I had to disengage the horn due to the horn going off which sounds like it's going to blow up.
General comments?
This car is a great all around, very dependable car. She is very quick for a 4 cylinder and handles very well. The steering is as stiff as it was the day I bought her.
She still gets great gas mileage and still is easy on the pockets for routine maintenance and repairs. Comfort is what you would expect for a mid compact car, no frills or thrills, just the basics.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L SOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Hyundai Excel |
| Date of Entry | 6th July, 2001 |

