How many mpg does a Mazda Tribute get?
We typically see 29-30 mpg on road trips in West Texas it is primarily flat so cannot speak much of hills but out here it is a great combination of function, fuel economy and style Was this review helpful? (12) (0)
Is the Mazda Tribute a front wheel drive vehicle?
It was jointly developed with Ford Motor Company and based on the front-wheel drive Mazda 626 platform, which was in turn the basis for the similar Ford Escape on the CD2 platform. The Tribute was priced below the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner in Ford’s CD2 SUV lineup.
When did the Mazda Tribute change its name?
In 2007 for the 2008 model year, the Tribute was significantly revamped, like its Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner siblings. Originally set to be renamed the Mazda CX-5, the vehicle kept the Tribute name.
When did the Toyota tribute SUV come out?
The Tribute made its debut at the 2000 Los Angeles Auto Show as a compact crossover SUV, a segment pioneered by the Toyota RAV4 in 1994. Its conservative styling resembled the Mazda Navajo, a rebadged two-door Ford Explorer which was retired in 1994.
What kind of engine does the Mazda Tribute have?
The 3.0-liter V6 also sees improvements in horsepower and fuel economy. An all-new six-speed automatic is standard on all but the front-drive Tribute “i” trim. Designed for people who prefer more car-like styling in their compact SUV, the 2009 Mazda Tribute attempts to place as much emphasis on “sport” as it does on utility.
What’s the price of a 2009 Mazda Tribute?
The Tribute HEV Hybrid model is available in limited numbers and only in the state of California. With a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price for all but the Hybrid in the $20,000-$29,000 range, the 2009 Mazda Tribute sits squarely in the middle of the affordable, compact crossover utility vehicle segment.
What kind of seats does a Mazda Tribute have?
The Tribute carries five people on twin bucket seats up front and a three-place, 60/40-split, folding rear seat. Tributes now have a floor-mounted gearshift rather than a column lever. The standard 100-watt CD stereo is Sirius Satellite Radio-ready. Leather upholstery, heated front seats and side mirrors, and a power driver’s seat are optional.
Is the Ford Escape related to the Mazda Tribute?
Ford owns a controlling interest in Mazda, so there’s a close kinship between the popular Ford Escape sport utility vehicle and the related Mazda Tribute. Both SUVs were introduced for the 2001 model year and upgraded for 2005.