Mazda Protege
2000–2001 model years · Generation introduced 1999
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- Available years
- 2000–2001
- Yearly records
- 2
- Reported market values
- $2,850–$2,875
The overview
Redesigned in 1999, the Protegé is one of our top-rated small sedans. We suggest opting for the uplevel ES, which brings a smooth 1.8-liter Four; the lower-trim LX has a smaller 1.6-liter Four that provides less punch, especially when mated to an automatic transmission. We also recommend antilock brakes, though they may be hard to come by in this model. Handling is fairly nimble and secure. The ride is on the firm side, especially in the ES, but quieter than it used to be. And interior room is ample for a small sedan, with a usable rear seat.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 ↗ ES sedan Front 2.0-liter 4 (130 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed | $2,875 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2000 ↗ ES sedan 1.8-liter 4 (122 hp) (Regular Gasoline) | $2,850 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2001 model
ES sedan Front 2.0-liter 4 (130 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 4-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2001 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 1999
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,875
- Retail value range
- $2,850 - $4,100
- Original MSRP range
- $12,765 - $18,020
- Trade-in range
- $645 - $1,495
Ratings
- Road test score
- 72/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 49 MPG
- Tested overall
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,710
- Cruising range
- 370 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.7 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 10.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 144 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 174 in
- Width
- 67 in
- Wheelbase
- 103 in
- Weight
- 2,645 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 5+0
Vehicle ID: 8972 First published: July 10, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2000 model
ES sedan 1.8-liter 4 (122 hp) (Regular Gasoline) · Conventional · Used
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Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 1999
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,850
- Retail value range
- $2,750 - $2,875
- Original MSRP range
- $12,215 - $15,315
- Trade-in range
- $570 - $680
Ratings
- Road test score
- 72/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 49 MPG
- Tested overall
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,710
- Cruising range
- 370 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.7 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 10.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 144 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 174 in
- Width
- 67 in
- Wheelbase
- 103 in
- Weight
- 2,645 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 5+0
Vehicle ID: 9716 First published: July 10, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
