Mazda Protege Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Mazda Protege used 4x100 mm and 5x4.5" (5x114.3 mm) bolt pattern variations from 1990 to 2003 along with tire diameters ranging from 22.6" to 24.6" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Mazda Protege years and options. In this case, 125/80R15, 125/70R17 and 125/80R17 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Mazda Protege spare tire.
1999-2003 Mazda Protege Spare Tires
This generation of the Mazda Protege began in 1999 and was available through 2003. There were multiple versions manufactured in this year range and have specific spare tire and wheel solutions for each one. The 4-Lug Wheel, 5-Lug Wheel, and MazdaSpeed models are listed individually.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Mazda | Protege 4-Lug Wheels | 4x100 mm | 23.4" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 5-Lug Wheels | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 23.7" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| Protege MazdaSpeed | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 24.6" | 125/80R17 | 24.9" | ||
| 2002 | Mazda | Protege 4-Lug Wheels | 4x100 mm | 23.4-23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 5-Lug Wheels | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 23.7" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 2001 | Mazda | Protege 4-Lug Wheels | 4x100 mm | 23.4-23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 5-Lug Wheels | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 23.7-24.3" | 125/70R17 | 23.9" | ||
| 2000 | Mazda | Protege 4-Lug Wheels | 4x100 mm | 23.4-23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| 1999 | Mazda | Protege 4-Lug Wheels | 4x100 mm | 23.4-23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
1995-1998 Mazda Protege Spare Tires
This generation of the Mazda Protege began in 1995 and was available through 1998. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution. The Standard and 13 Inch Wheel models are listed individually.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Mazda | Protege | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 13 Inch Wheels | 4x100 mm | 22.6" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1997 | Mazda | Protege | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 13 Inch Wheels | 4x100 mm | 22.6" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1996 | Mazda | Protege | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 13 Inch Wheels | 4x100 mm | 22.6" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1995 | Mazda | Protege | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 13 Inch Wheels | 4x100 mm | 22.6" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
1990-1994 Mazda Protege Spare Tires
This generation of the Mazda Protege began in 1990 and was available through 1994. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution. The 2wd and 4wd models are listed individually.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Mazda | Protege 2wd | 4x100 mm | 22.6-22.7" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 4wd | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1993 | Mazda | Protege 2wd | 4x100 mm | 22.6-22.7" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 4wd | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1992 | Mazda | Protege 2wd | 4x100 mm | 22.6-22.7" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 4wd | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1991 | Mazda | Protege 2wd | 4x100 mm | 22.6-22.7" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 4wd | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" | ||
| 1990 | Mazda | Protege 2wd | 4x100 mm | 22.6-22.7" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |
| Protege 4wd | 4x100 mm | 23.5" | 125/80R15 | 22.9" |