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1997 Mazda Proteg� LX as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

JM1BC1418V0149224
1.5L L4 DOHC 16V
Engine
5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
FWD
Drive
Japan
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Mazda Proteg�

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID JM1 Mazda · Asia · Japan
VDS · Descriptor BC141 Proteg� LX
VIS · Vehicle ID 8V0149224 1997 · Serial 149224

Basic Information

MakeMazda
ModelProteg�
Year1997
TrimLX
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerMazda
CountryJapan

Engine & Performance

Engine1.5L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeFWD
Serial Number149224

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • DX
    MSRP $12,145 · Curb Weight-automatic 2385 · Curb Weight-manual 2449, +5 more
    View this trim →
  • LX
    shown above
    MSRP $13,545 · Curb Weight-automatic 2445 · Curb Weight-manual 2511, +9 more

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Mazda
Model Proteg�
Trim Level LX

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 92 @ 5500
Displacement 1.5L/93
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 96 @ 4000
Fuel System MPI
Engine Type 1.5L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline FWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 2445
Curb Weight-manual 2511
Overall Length 174.80
Overall Width 67.30
Overall Height 54.60
Wheelbase 102.60
Standard Seating 5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 67.3
Height, Overall (in) 55.9
Wheelbase (in) 102.6

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 14.50
Fuel Economy-city 25 - 30
Fuel Economy-highway 33 - 37
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 33
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 25

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in JAPAN
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter 33.50
Tires 185/65R14
Front Headroom 39.20
Rear Headroom 37.40
Front Legroom 42.20
Rear Legroom 35.60
Front Shoulder Room 54.30
Rear Shoulder Room 53.60
Front Hip Room 50.50
Rear Hip Room 53.60
Ground Clearance 5.10
Track Front 57.70
Track Rear 57.60
Passenger Volume 95.50
Cargo Volume 16.30
MSRP $13,545
Dealer Invoice $12,498
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 13 x 5
Rear Tire Size P175/70R13
Rear Wheel Size (in) 13 x 5
Front Tire Size P175/70R13

Pattern Information

PatternJM1BC141 V
WMI JM1 (Japan, Asia)