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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  zoom...zoom...zoom - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Mike - February 15 - 10:46 am

  I really enjoy our new Tribute. Lots of bells and whistles for the price. The rebates make it awesome. You dont see a tremendous amount of Tributes on the road, I dont like to be "part of the crowd". The gas tank could be larger and the gas mileage could be better. When you accelerate you can feel the vehicle tugging at different rates. The dealership I purchased at had two different personalities, before purchase and after purchase, that is the only "real" negative experience. I can live with the rest! Zoom....Zoom....Zoom.....

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  excellent choice - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By bloodworth - January 24 - 10:00 am

  This SUV has all the features of a full size built into a mid size.

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  good buy - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By sun chaser - January 24 - 10:00 am

  very happy with suv so far. shorter than most suv,s , but easy to park and high enough for good visibility.More practical than a full size suv,better gas mileage,smaller trailering load of 3500 pounds however.I would spend a little more and get one loaded with sun roof ,ect.Wife likes better than her toyota camary.

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  IZOOM4 - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By LEW - January 24 - 10:00 am

  We looked ot SUVS on and off for a couple of years before we drove the MAZDA. As soon as we drove it we both noticed it drove more like a car than most others we test drove. We have had many coments of how nice looking it is. This vehicle is a luxury for us we basicly only use it on the weekend,or when we are going together someplace. It is roomy on the inside and very comfordable. The leather heated seats are highly recomended. The way the seats fold is perfect for our Greyhounds 1 fits in the back & 1 in the back seat area(we just pull the seats up but dont put the backs down).

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  05 Tribute a Best Buy - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Tribute One - January 20 - 10:00 am

  I purchased my new, 2005 Tribute five months ago after test-driving several larger, more expensive SUVs, and the Ford Explorer. The Tribute continues to impress me every time I get behind the wheel. Its manuverability, quiteness, handling, and responsiveness are excellent. The suspension provides excellent road feel and control. Overall, Mazda has put together a great package in a small SUV, combining the perfect degree of style, performance, and comfort that I was looking for. I have owned two Mazdas prior to this purchase, This is my first SUV and I highly recommend the Tribute.

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  4cyl Tribute 29 mpg - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By golfguyy - January 4 - 7:26 pm

  For what this vehicle is, a small suv with a 2.3L 4cyl that you can fill with your stuff, it is PERFECT. It comes loaded w/single CD, AC, alloy wheels, per W/L/M, tilt. The only option I wanted was cruise and that was only about $150 extra. 2.3L w/the 5 spd has plenty of get up and go, AND just checked mileage again to find this 4cyl front wheel drive got 29.1 mpg! For the size of the SUV and what you can haul in it, you cant beat it.

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  Somewhat Disappointed - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By tributedriver4now - November 6 - 11:26 am

  I have 50,000 miles on our Tribute and I must say that I have been disappointed in the gas mileage (nowhere near what was rated). I purchased the 4 cyl to get better milage but often get below 20. The 4 cyl isnt quite enough power for this vehicle. When it is loaded down and the AC is running it cant pull small hills without shifting down. The seat material shows every spot and has to be cleaned very often. But the price was right compared to the Ford Escape twin. Much of the features would have cost more on the Ford version.

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  No Ford badge = higher quality - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Todd - October 26 - 6:03 am

  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!

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  my first SUV - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By big old baby - October 24 - 6:23 pm

  After 2 months its all good. I think this is the perfect size SUV for someone who is moving out of a sedan. Quality is top notch. Ride is smooth and quiet. Fold down rear seats allow a ton of stuff to be hauled. I like the style better than the Escape. Combined mileage of 22 MPG is pretty good.

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  great SUV! - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Lissa - October 16 - 7:20 pm

  I bought my Mazda Tribute last October. I love it; I bought it because I thought it looked like a sporty SUV with a lot of room to haul things. I have the v-6 and it has a lot of pep and go. Gas isnt the best (but no SUVs are good on gas) but to me its worth it to pay a little more at the pump and to love and have fun in what I drive! :)