Mazda Protege Horsepower & Torque (2002-2003)

The Mazda Protegé, part of the long-running Familia/323 lineage, was a compact car that played a significant role in Mazda's global success, offering practicality and reliable performance from 1963 to 2003.

By 2003, the Protegé featured a 2.0L engine producing up to 170 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

This marked a notable improvement in power compared to earlier Familia models, which started with smaller displacement engines and lower outputs.

The front-wheel-drive configuration remained consistent, emphasizing efficiency and accessibility.

Scroll down to see the horsepower and torque data below.

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Eighth Generation: 1998-2003

2003 Mazda Protege Horsepower And Torque

The 2003 Mazda Protege features a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range from 130 hp to 170 hp, with the higher output available in the MAZDASPEED variant.

Torque ranges from 135 lb-ft in the base configuration to 160 lb-ft in the MAZDASPEED variant, both utilizing a front-wheel-drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2002 Mazda Protege Horsepower And Torque

The 2002 Mazda Protege is equipped with a 2.0L engine that produces a consistent output of 130 horsepower and 135 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.