2002 Mazda Protege ES review from North America
"A very fun small car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
None so far.
General comments?
The Protege ES is a very fun car to drive.
It handles very good.
It has great low end torque for quick off the line performance.
The only negative comment about the Protege is that the ride is a little stiff on rough roads.
Other than that, the Mazda Protege is a great value for practicality and fun.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 DOHC Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 21 miles |
| Most recent distance | 688 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 11th September, 2002 |