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Used 2002 Mazda Protege5 Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Good car, good value

The Defender, 04/11/2002
2002 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had the car for two weeks and just passed the 1,000 mile mark. So far, so good. Other than a minor glich with the keyless entry, I have no problems at all to report. Overall the car handles good and looks great. I got the windows tinted and now they look even better. The cargo space is better than I expected for such a small car and the gas mileage is average at best. I got 32 mpg on my first half tank (boy was I excited!), 27 on the second, 28 on the third and 24 on the fourth (reality sets in). The incentives Mazda offered helped in my overall decision to buy this car, otherwise I probably would have bought either a Toyota Matrix or a Pontiac Vibe.

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5 out of 5 stars

A True Gem

Tweek, 10/05/2008
2002 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I researched every other car in this class and deliberated for nearly four months before making up my mind and to this day I've never looked back. Amazing on fuel, fun to drive (I'd recommend the stick), she's beautiful to look at both inside and out and with the right aftermarket audio improvements she's a music lover's dream. There is so much I could say about my baby but if you own one you already know... and if you don't, well, I can save you the headaches of looking around. THIS IS THE CAR TO GET!!!... hands down.

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5 out of 5 stars

Practical and Fun

jenmorgan, 05/19/2002
2002 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm thoroughly in love with my new P5 -- lots of room and great handling. Great price, too. A nice mix of luxury and sportiness.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

It Rocks

Dagpotter, 05/19/2002
2002 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car for the money.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

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karak, 05/03/2002
2002 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car for the money. Totally a head turner. I actually have people talk to me about the car and tell me that they think it's sharp. Great on gas and loaded with extras. The only thing that it is missing is a giant key on the back window. It drives like a wind up toy. Leather seats and a bigger engine would make this car a perfect 10.

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