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Mazda Protege/Protege MPS MPG
EPA fuel economy for 4 Mazda Protege/Protege MPS trims sold from 2001. Best ever: 28 MPG (2001 Protege/Protege MPS). Latest model year 2001: 24 to 28 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Mazda Protege/Protege MPS fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2001 Mazda Protege/Protege MPS to fuel is the Protege/Protege MPS, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (28 MPG) at $2,230 a year. The Protege/Protege MPS, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $370 a year and $1,850 over five years.
| 2001 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protege/Protege MPS | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 28 | $2,230 | cheapest |
| Protege/Protege MPS | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | $2,400 | +$170 |
| Protege/Protege MPS | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | +$370 |
| Protege/Protege MPS | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | +$370 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Mazda Protege/Protege MPS MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 28 | 25 | 31 | Protege/Protege MPS, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 4 |
Every Mazda Protege/Protege MPS trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Protege/Protege MPS | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 31 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 2001 | Protege/Protege MPS | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2001 | Protege/Protege MPS | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2001 | Protege/Protege MPS | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2001 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Toyota Prius | 41 | 42 | 41 |
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2001 Volkswagen Jetta | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2001 Toyota Echo | 32 | 29 | 37 |
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 31 | 27 | 37 |
| 2001 Honda Civic | 31 | 28 | 35 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Mazda Protege/Protege MPS?
The most efficient Mazda Protege/Protege MPS the EPA has rated is the 2001 Protege/Protege MPS at 28 MPG combined (25 city, 31 highway).
What MPG does the 2001 Mazda Protege/Protege MPS get?
2001 Mazda Protege/Protege MPS trims range from 24 to 28 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Mazda Protege/Protege MPS has the worst fuel economy?
The 2001 Protege/Protege MPS is the lowest rated at 24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Mazda Protege/Protege MPS for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2001 Mazda Protege/Protege MPS to fuel is the Protege/Protege MPS, 1.6 L, 4 cyl (28 MPG) at $2,230 a year. The Protege/Protege MPS, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $370 a year and $1,850 over five years.
More from Mazda: every Mazda model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Compact Cars.