1998 Mazda Protege
The 1998 Mazda Protege is listed in 4 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.5 L 4-cyl and 1.8 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 29 MPG (best: 8.1 L/100 km).
Model year1998
Versions4
ClassCompact Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protege | 1.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 30 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Compact Cars |
| Protege | 1.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26 / 33 / 29 | 8.1 | 306 | Compact Cars |
| Protege | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 27 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Compact Cars |
| Protege | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 29 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Compact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1998 Mazda Protege.