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Used 2003 Mazda Protege5 Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Wagon with zip

Schultz, 12/10/2002
2003 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The Protege5 is fun to drive and a practical little hauler. The car gets great gas mileage -- about 27 in the city -- yet it has plenty of pep when getting on the freeway or out of trouble. Fold down second seats make for a nice-sized flat cargo area. The paint allows for a great shine and the wheels are quite stylish. I have gotten rave reviews from neighbors and friends. Great little car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Protege5

David Brennaman, 07/20/2003
2003 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I looked into many of the competing cars in this price range, and found no other as fun to drive or full of features as the Mazda Protege5. For my money it is the best car in this price range. It is practical, reliable, and the most fun to drive out of all the other cars. I fully recommend the Mazda Protege5.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun Mazda

Violet, 09/10/2003
2003 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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It drives wonderful and is very reliable along with it's neat features.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

My MP5

dlai0001, 08/07/2003
2003 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The first few things I noticed is the the MP5 feels sportier, and for some reason I wanted to sit up straight. Given that, the interior felt really roomy. Definatly a lot of head room in all 5 seating positions. The bucket seats in the front feels like they are gripping you, reassuring you through turns. The 6spkr + sub stereo system was nice (even though woofer was weak), good compared to other stock sound systems. As for the downsides, I agree with the editor, but definatly a fun car until you fill it up with 5 people.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun, Fun, Fun

silverstreak, 12/13/2002
2003 Mazda Protege5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The choice was between the Protege5 and the Matrix/Vibe. The PR5 has sportier looks and performance. Exterior styling not as radical as the Matrix/Vibe. I wanted a carpeted cargo area. Interior cloth looks like brushed suede and looks classy. This car seems to appeal to all ages, from the middle aged to teens that like to customize their cars. I find myself volunteering to bring my kids places and run errands just to drive it more. Zoom Zoom!

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