![]() ![]() NEW YORK – The new 2003 MAZDASPEED® Protegé made its debut today amid New York City fanfare and excitement. TURBOCHARGED MAZDASPEED® PROTEGÉ HEATS UP THE NEW YORK AUTO SHOWįor Release: MaOptimum Performance, Handling and Styling Define New 2003 MAZDASPEED Protegé Additional MAZDASPEED Protegé features include aluminum Sparco foot pedals and shift knob, silver-faced analog gauges, and a seven-speaker 450-watt Kenwood MP3 audio system with a large subwoofer mounted under the package shelf in the trunk. and Canada, the MAZDASPEED Protegé features a deep front spoiler with large round fog lights, exclusive Racing Hart five-spoke alloys, aero side sills and rear skirts and two exterior colors: Black Mica and MAZDASPEED's exclusive Spicy Orange. Limited to just 2,000 vehicles for the U.S. ![]() "Most important, MAZDASPEED will bring a tremendous smile to every Mazda enthusiast in America." "The MAZDASPEED Protegé will drive the Mazda attributes – performance, handling and styling – to an even higher level," Hughes added. Mazda's legendary 2.0-liter four-cylinder power plant is fitted with a Garrett T25 turbocharger, high performance air-to-air intercooler and limited-slip differential. A successor to last year's Mazda MP3 sedan, which gained superstar status among the automotive enthusiast magazines, the MAZDASPEED Protegé boasts performance modifications over and under the hood. It will have unique exterior and interior styling cues that'll make it stand out on the road. The 2003 MAZDASPEED Protegé has been designed to achieve the highest standards with enhanced performance, handling and braking. that's earned the right to wear the MAZDASPEED nameplate." In addition to unveiling a prototype of the 2003 MAZDASPEED Protegé, MNAO also announced that it is planning to expand its line of MAZDASPEED components and will offer street performance parts and accessories. "This maximum performance Protegé is the first road-going Mazda in the U.S. and has certain performance expectations," said Charlie Hughes, president and CEO of MNAO. " MAZDASPEED has a very devoted following in the U.S. This is the first use of the MAZDASPEED name on a street legal Mazda in North America. NEW YORK – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced it will introduce a turbocharged MAZDASPEED® Protegé in the fourth quarter of 2002. These products are intended for off-road use only, unless your local and state laws state otherwise.Turbocharged 2003 MAZDASPEED Protegé to be Joined by Line of High-Performance Parts, Accessories and Apparel Due to the unknown nature of the intended uses of these products, hood pins are required. Please be sure to look for the badge when purchasing. We are transitioning our full spectrum of carbon parts to use the VIP process so that our customers can enjoy these improved products without incurring a huge cost increase.Īll VIS Carbon Fiber Hoods and Trunks come with a VIS badge of authenticity. In 2014, we further improved on this manufacturing process by introducing the Vacuum Infusion Process (V.I.P.), which utilizes a single-mold vacuum to produce parts that are 10-20% lighter than before while improving durability. The edges are smoothed by hands to insure good quality finish all around. ![]() A one-piece, smooth underside shell is fused to the top layer enhancing the product’s structural integrity. The top layer is composed of carbon fiber material bonded to the hood surface with high-grade epoxy resin, and finished with an ultra-clear (Poly Shield), UV-protective polyurethane coating for a high gloss finish. All VIS Carbon Fiber Hoods and Trunks are manufactured using a two-part construction design. Hoods and Trunks are made from 100% ISO-certified, Grade-A carbon fiber material. Carbon Fiber Hood EVO Style for Mazda Protege 5 4DR 02-03 ![]()
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