1995 Mazda Protege

US · Compact Cars

The 1995 Mazda Protege is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (SOHC I-4 (FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DOHC I-4 (FFS))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (SOHC I-4 (FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DOHC I-4 (FFS))
Displacement	1.5 L to 1.8 L
Cylinders	4
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway	35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

15V674000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this…
Reported October 19, 2015. View on NHTSA
09E012000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Reported April 7, 2009. View on NHTSA
00V118000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HEADLIGHT LEAD WIRE RUNNING THROUGH THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER CAN FAIL AT THE SOLDERED CONNECTION TO THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.
Reported April 21, 2000. View on NHTSA
95V184000: AIR BAGS
THE TIE DOWN HOOKS CAN CAUSE UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS THAT CAN RESULT IN UNNECESSARY AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TIE DOWN HOOKS WITH MODIFIED TIE DOWN HOOKS.
Reported October 3, 1995. View on NHTSA
95V033000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THE WIRE ROD USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE ENGINE VALVE SPRINGS CAN DEVELOP MINUTE CRACKS CAUSING BREAKAGE OF THE SPRINGS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL SIXTEEN (16) VALVE SPRINGS IN THE ENGINE OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Reported February 21, 1995. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 20, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1994 Mazda Protege
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder (SOHC (FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DOHC (FFS)) · FWD
27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
1996 Mazda Protege
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (I-4 (FFS)) · FWD
30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1995 Mazda Protege have?

Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (SOHC I-4 (FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DOHC I-4 (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1995 Mazda Protege?

Combined fuel economy is 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1995 Mazda Protege front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1995 Mazda Protege?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.