Mazda Protege Mazda Protege 2003

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Mazda Protege Specs at TrueDelta (2003)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2003 Mazda Protege specs.

2003 Mazda Protege Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon
Wheelbase 102.8 in 102.8 in
Length 175.3 in 170.5 in
Width 67.1 in 67.1 in
Height 55.5 in 55.9 in
Curb Weight 2667 lb. 2749 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 14.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 39.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.9 in 53.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.7 in 51.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 53.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.4 in 35.4 in
Total Legroom 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.9 ft3 19.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.9 ft3 38.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2003 Mazda Protege

2003 Mazda Protege Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2003 4dr Wagon 130-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I find the front seat of this car to be incredibly comfortable. Everything is easily within reach and seems to fit me perfectly. My only complaint is that there's no good place to put my purse, but that's been the case with every car I've owned. see full Mazda Protege review
2003 Mazda Protege Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2003 4dr Wagon 130-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The backseat is a little tight, so it would not be comfortable for a large person or for a long drive. Thankfully, my husband and I are on the small side, and our daughter is pretty tiny too, so it doesn't really bother us at all. see full Mazda Protege review
2003 4dr Wagon 130-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Hey, it's a small car. Which results in a, well, small car- inside. Like most makers, Mazda puts higher priority on front seat room than rear. Logical- most small-car owners have small families, either in number or physical size. What are you gonna do? see full Mazda Protege review
2002 4dr Wagon 130-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Despite good manual adjustability, support is average and lumbar support is nonexistent. see full Mazda Protege review
 

2003 Mazda Protege Specs: Engines, Transmissions, and Drivetrains

Engines Transmissions Drivetrains
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
130 hp@6000
135 lb-ft@4000
4-speed automatic FWD
  4-speed manually-shiftable automatic FWD
  5-speed manual FWD
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
160 lb-ft@3500
5-speed manual FWD

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2003 Mazda Protege MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr Sedan DX 13,710 12,848 560
4dr Sedan LX 16,880 15,805 560
4dr Sedan ES 18,685 17,468 560
4dr Sedan MazdaSpeed 18,685 17,468 560
4dr Wagon Protege5 17,370 16,262 560

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