Used 2005 Mazda Tribute i AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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Careful - has a Ford engine.
Riley, 07/26/2010
Mazda Tribute i AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
All Mazda Tribute models are built with a Ford engine. Whether this applies to all Mazda products, I do not know, but I am entirely sure that if nothing else, this does have a Ford engine, and from my experience, most Ford products aren't worth the time or money. Now this SUV has a nice drive to it. A lot of pep or "get-up-and- go," takes corners well, and the steering couldn't be better. Although, when you step on the gas, the engine feels slightly weak, but all things considered, it could be worse. I am sorry to say that this model has given me countless problems, though. I've had to replace all my spark plugs three times and replaced all three catalytic converters. Some transmission probs.
Best in Class, Best in Price
Andrew, 08/01/2005
Mazda Tribute i AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I compared the specs of the Tribute against all competitors. The Tribute had the best specs in most areas in its class but about $2-4k less and a better warranty. I was very impressed. This is a great SUV. Could use some improvements, noted, but most all of them in its class could. The price couldn't be beat. This was a no brainier. Paid $16,750 4WD, auto.
tribute to mazda
michael, 01/03/2005
Mazda Tribute i AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i test drove all the vehicles in it's class. and i came down to mazda and honda. 2 great vehicles, but there wasn't any other vehicle in which i was instantly comfortable and at home. Mazda has always made a top notch vehicle. I had a b2200 for 9 yrs and the truck didn't cost me a dime. So i naturally wanted another mazda.Out of all vehicles in it's class, the Mazda tribute has the room and the stability that i was looking for, honda makes great cars also, but for the money i was getting alot more in the Mazda that were standard features like abs brakes and 16" wheels.the 4cyl could be alittle more responsive but is nice, this is the all around the best suv for the money. great vehicle.
Great Car
John, 03/09/2005
Mazda Tribute i AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
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I narrowed my choice to the Tribute/Escape, Forester, and CR-V after deciding to trade my Honda Accord. I chose the Tribute on the basis of handling, interior room, style, and value. The Forester had less rear seat room and I didn't like the door mounted spare on the CR-V. Also, both were more expensive after the available rebates and incentives. It is a comfortable car to drive and I liked the feature set on the "i" including the standard 16 inch wheels. My only options were cruise control, heavy duty floor mats, and the rear bumper step.
No Ford badge = higher quality
Todd, 12/06/2004
Mazda Tribute i AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great little suv. Mazda has taken the escape platform and made little improvements across the board that add up to alot. Four year 50,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty coverage, 16" wheels, floor mats come standard(not with Ford). Mazda stands behind their product. Ford ? Tribute average mpg; 24.7!