Overview & Reviews

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.

• Roomy and comfortable interior, peppy V6 engine, drives more like a car than a truck, long list of standard features.

• Mediocre fuel economy and driving range on V6 models.

User Reviews:

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  GOOOD CAR - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By ISA GALLASHAW - September 20 - 10:00 am

  THE CAR IS VERY PRETTY AND ONE OF THE BEST SMALLER SUVS THAT I HAVE SEEN. I LIKE IT A LOT BUT I AM LOOKING FIRWARD TO PURCHASING A TRAILBLAZER.

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  2005 tribute problems - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By diverdan1 - September 20 - 1:28 am

  since buying this vehicle i have had 7300.00 warranty work done on it and heaven alone knows how much apparently my problems i have spent on it. it is the worst vehicle i have ever owned and suggest to anyone to do some thorough research before ever buying a mazda ford tribute. apparently my problems are not over yet according to my mechanic. buyer be aware when purchasing one of these.

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  luvmytrib - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Trib05 - August 22 - 5:00 pm

  This is my second Tribute, my first was a 2001. They sure have improved the gas mileage and I always get 20 mpg which I think is great for an SUV. This is such a reasonably priced vehicle with such great standard equipment such as the 6 CD changer, sunroof, abs, all power and more. I so highly recommend this SUV.

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  I love it - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By sylber - May 15 - 10:00 am

  proud owner of two tributes. love driving both of them. no problems noted.

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  Fun SUV - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By AJM - April 26 - 4:00 pm

  Excellent quality for the price. Fun to drive and handles great. Stiff and firm ride, corners great, good acceleration, and good design overall. Gas mileage is average considering its a 6 cylinder. First Mazda I have owned and will probably buy another.

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  So far so good! - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By lmvp17 - April 25 - 3:20 am

  I bought my gently used 05 fully loaded Tribute (3.0, 4WD w/ towing package) couple months ago and so far so good. Had some trouble with the engine light but that was fixed by replacing the gas cap. I tow my 16ft fishing boat with ease and felt confident when the 4x4 kicked in to pull the loaded trailer out of the lake. Left the moon roof open one night through a rainstorm and had my interior and dash completely soaked! Surprised to say absolutely no electrical problems and leather still looks brand new. Only thing I wish it had was ability to play MP3s!

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  Great Car, Great price - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By JB - April 19 - 10:33 pm

  Excellent styling. Price incentives are hard to beat. Excellent car at this price.

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  Mazda Tribute - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Lena Papaleo - April 14 - 9:30 pm

  I love my Tribute and everything about it.The style is so nice. We had a 2002 before we got a 2005. We plan to stay with the Tribute.

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  Dont buy it for the fuel Economy - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By No gas savings here! - March 30 - 3:26 am

  If most of your driving is in local traffic this is not the car for you. The sticker promised 18 mpg city driving, Im getting 12.5!!! When I called both the dealership and Mazda home office they said I had a heavy foot (not true) or it needed more time to break in. Well its been 7 months and no improvement is found, however the highway mileage was much better then stated. The sticker stated 21 mpg Im getting 26 mpg.

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  Nice but too many issues - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By mitc1109 - February 28 - 9:36 pm

  Bought it new off the lot in 2005. Got a great deal so I cant complain all that much. However, I have never been able to keep rotors on it. Have had them replaced three times!! When stopping, the vibrations are ridiculous! Props to the dealership though who has replaced the rotors every time under warranty. Just a hassle. Gas mileage is not great but its pretty good in the New England snow for a FWD vehicle. I still like it a lot better than the Ford Escape (someone else in my family has one of those). Fun to drive and the 6 cylinder has some good pickup.