2005 Mazda Tribute Review
2005 Mazda Tribute Review
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Pros
- Roomy and comfortable interior, peppy V6 engine, drives more like a car than a truck, long list of standard features.
Cons
- Mediocre fuel economy and driving range on V6 models.
What’s new
Extensive changes for the Tribute this year include a new base engine, restyled exterior and a new electronic four-wheel-drive system. A floor-mounted shifter replaces the awkward column shifter, and ABS is now standard on all models.
Edmunds says
Roomy on the inside, stylish on the outside and fun to drive wherever it goes, the Tribute is one of our favorite small SUVs.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Mazda Tribute i Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$185/mo for Tribute i
Tribute i
vs
$184/mo
Avg. Compact SUV
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2005 Mazda Tribute.
5 star(69%)
4 star(22%)
3 star(6%)
2 star(1%)
1 star(2%)
180 reviews
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4.75 out of 5 stars
Love this SUV
seemmons, 11/02/2011
2005 Mazda Tribute s AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
I love, love, love this car. My tribute currently has 89,000 mi. It's everything a small SUV should be. In the V6 with 4wd, it's powerful quick. I spend 2hrs in mine daily, both highway and dirt roads, and it's just as stable on the mud as it is on pavement. I'm getting around 25mpg. On our first big snow, I hit 4WD, and drove this thing through the mud and 16" of snow up a hill without … so much as slip. It's much more stable than I feel the Jeeps are, and when test driving, blew away even the Escape. Mine also has an enormous sunroof, stylish leather and idiot-proof 6 CD changer. There also isn't a dog, a ladder or power tool my hubby and I can't fit in it.
5 out of 5 stars
310,000 mi no sign of stopping!
Larry, 08/01/2016
2005 Mazda Tribute s Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
I bought this car with 305,000 miles on it at a habitat for humanity store(thrift). only had to have the front main seal replaced and the serpentine belt $150.about 2 weeks after i got it.No problems since.going strong.A little over a year later,322,500 miles and prepping for a trip to Mi.no problems to report except the sun roof leaks like a sieve.8/7/2019 347,000 miles.planning our 3rd … trip to michigan from florida with this mazda built by FORD.yes I would recommend this vehicle. i siliconed the sunroof shut,no more leaks!
3.75 out of 5 stars
Mostly a great car
zel1, 05/14/2011
2005 Mazda Tribute s AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
We have put 164,000 miles on our Tribute, including many long highway trips and back woods driving on two-tracks in the UP of Michigan.
We required a new (rebuilt Ford) transmission at 94,000 miles, which possibly can be attributed to driving with cupped tires that probably vibrated it to pieces.
Mileage is so-so, up to about 21.5 on the highway (we are usually pretty heavily loaded on … trips).
A/C, defroster, heater have always given some problems, but still work OK.
Never burned a drop of oil, and still has good power on the highway.
Hoping to make 250,000 miles.
4.25 out of 5 stars
Going Strong 125k
tannerrocks, 02/25/2012
2005 Mazda Tribute s Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
This is the second Mazda I have owned; but this one has been the best car I have ever had thus far.
I have had five cars in my life.
I have replaced brackes, had some suspension work done (tie rods etc); but having had it since it was brand new I find it stellar.
I don't off road with this; I drive on roads only.
I travel with it almost annually; and it is our primary car on weekends so … I average about 14k a year.
I am very disappointed with the newer designs; if i wanted a Jeep I would buy a Jeep; not a Mazda look alike.
I am replacing the stereo this year by choice so I can keep driving this one for many more miles.
2005 Tribute Highlights
i
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $19,765 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 24 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $185/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 29.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalPoor
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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