The Protegé remains a solid small-sedan choice. For 2002, Mazda dropped the weak 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine in favor of the smooth, 130-hp 2.0-liter, which is now standard on all models.

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The Mazda Protégé remained unchanged for 1998, but was completely overhauled for 1999. Buyers were introduced to a brand new interior and exterior style, a beefier engine and more optional upgrades as ...

The Protege 5 sports wagon was announced in 2002, offering a seductive style, Mazda-specific features and a perky 2.0-liter Inline four-cylinder engine that could produce 130 horsepower. The 2003 ...