Mazda Protege5

The Mazda Protege debuted in the 1990 model year as the upscale 4-door version of the company's base model, the 323. When the Protege was redesigned for 1995 it became Mazda's entry-level passenger car, after the 323 hatchback was discontinued. Redesigned again in 1999, the Protege is now available in wagon form. The Protege5 made its North American debut at the 2001 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show. "The concept behind building the Protege5 was to create a vehicle like no other on the market," said Steve Odell, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Mazda North American Operations. The Protege5 Sport Wagon was designed to be sporty and flexible to attract a more youthful buyer.

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