2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid Consumer Discussions

Mazda Tribute Hybrid

Re: Mazda Hybrid Tribute [pleasden] ECON button? [dmbflorida] [gagrice] [la

Written by: dmb12 on Jul 02, 2008 05:51 PM

The recently revised EPA ratings still can be expected to be a bit lower in mpg than the sticker rating of the hybrid Tribute. Even so, it is my understanding that the HYBRIDS Mariner, Escape and Tribute all have the same CVT and a form of the Hybrid Synergy Drive bought from Toyota (by FORD). I would expect the sticker ratings and realistic performance in the Mariner, ... Read More...

Re: DVD entertainment in Tribute HYBRID? [tribute_hyb]

Written by: dmbflorida on Jun 24, 2008 08:34 PM

I bought the 2008 Hybrid Mazda Tribute GT for my grand-daughter with navigation and the associated display screen. I will ask her if she can play a DVD. I have the impression that since there is a danger in watching a DVD while the car is moving, this might not be possible. Some navigation features are disabled when the car is moving. You can ask a dealer for the hybrid ... Read More...

Re: Mazda Hybrid Tribute [dmb12]

Written by: stevedebi on Apr 29, 2008 11:53 PM

"I also put the shift lever into park many times if I am in a waiting line with stop and start times. If I leave the car even for a very short time, I turn off the ignition to save gas even if the interior gets hot. " I own the FEH, which is the same mechanically. There is no point in putting the vehicle in park when waiting in line. The engine should turn off on it's own, provided ... Read More...