Don't know anything about Cooper tires. FWIW, through the
years, I've used Michlin Pilots, the stock Bridgestones that
came on my '03, Toyo T1s, and a 15" Dunlop that is no longer
made. Of them all, I liked the Dunlops best (quiet and good
wet traction), followed by the Toyos. The Bridgestones were
noisy and only lasted 15,000 miles. The Michlins were very
noisy and had poor traction wet or dry. I/I've been happy
with the Toyo's I have now, but when I replace them next
year, I may go with the a Hankook (Ventus HRII H405 or K
106) or a Kumho (Ecsta SPT) - I'll be selling the car in May
so price is a consideration.

Randy


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> "lgadbois" > wrote:
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> >Unless the OP has custom wheels, the correct tire size
for a 2000 Mazda
> >Protege ES is 195-55-15.
>
> You are correct.... correct size is 195-55-15
>
> That was a typo on my end
>
> I am OP