Used 2005 Mazda Tribute Consumer Reviews
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steve silverman, 02/05/2005
2005 Mazda Tribute s AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I have found this vehicle to be neither too large nor too small. Its performance and fuel efficiency are completely acceptable and adequate for a vehicle of this price. It is fun to drive and I'm sure it will be as reliable as all the other Mazdas I have owned in the past. It handles very well and has the needed power when necessary. I was able to find a very satisfying color that was not the same as most other cars on the road. The appointments are very rich in appearance. The sound system is very good and the in dash holding of 6 CD discs is a plus. Adding a Sirius radio adds all the entertainment needed for a trip.
best runner ever
jwallin, 03/31/2005
2005 Mazda Tribute s Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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This thing is just fun to drive. It handles like a car and is easy to drive in 4WD in bad weather. Looks nice in my driveway!
Tribute to the test
TexasBoy, 04/05/2004
2005 Mazda Tribute s Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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This Tribute seems more reliable than average. Short wheelbase but with a softer suspension. Feels like a truck or more specifically, like a much shorter Explorer. It does seem fairly top heavy to me and like it could roll more easily than many. The stock stereo is below average. I think it's one of the best looking compact SUVs on the market. Gas mileage is weak, but it is a truck. The V6 seems adequate (200 hp or so) at times and much more than adequate at other times. When you dial up the real power, the engine is much louder and feels like it's straining. Small gas tank.
Couldn't be more satisfied.
Todd, 02/19/2005
2005 Mazda Tribute s AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Have driven it for two months in all types of weather. Took longest trip on the day of the worst winter conditions we have experienced. Snowy, windy conditions were sending others spinning and sliding into the ditch or median. The sure traction of the automatic 4WD was outstanding. Glad we bought it every time we drive it.
Best values/Reliability is your luck
Wayne, 03/20/2006
2005 Mazda Tribute s AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
After only 600 miles, the transmission is locked up. Dealers replaced it with a rebuilt transmission within two weeks. It should be replaced with a brand new transmission. The car now has 7000 miles on the odometer and it is running fine now. Actually, I am kind of lucky to have the transmission completely lockup. Otherwise, I will only get 8-10 miles a gallon but it will never get fixed.