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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  Bad on mileage and power - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By biggun52 - December 8 - 5:13 am

  I first looked a the Escape and almost bought, but they did not budge for the price. I then went to Mazda and bought the cousin for $2,000 less. Great SUV until the AC is on, then I need someone for a push (No power). ROTTEN GAS MILEAGE, otherwise not bad.

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  More Mazda Zoom Zoom - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By steve silverman - October 25 - 6:06 pm

  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 Im 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.

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  Wonderful car - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By mia - October 12 - 7:36 pm

  This is a great vehicle! My favorite part is the height above other cars and despite the gas prices it still makes great miles per gallon!

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  30,000 review - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By lap - September 27 - 9:03 pm

  Im not sure if Im just lucky, good with preventative maintenance, etc. - but with 30,000 miles on my Tribute Im happy to report I havent had one thing go wrong! I still love my truck after 2 years.

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  Tribute - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Shannon Deville - September 22 - 10:00 am

  Great Buy for comfort, duriabilty, sporty, and a fun drive. Strongly sugeest a test ride.

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  tribute - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By denise - September 21 - 10:46 am

  this suv is the best. fun to drive.....fantastic car. smooth driving especially on the highway.

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  Great Little Ride - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By alaskanseminole - September 18 - 2:06 am

  I traded in my 2003 Chevy Tahoe which was the best vehicle I ever owned. Sadly gas prices forced me into a smaller SUV. Fortunately the Tribute took the sting out of losing my Tahoe. GREAT LITTLE SUV! I love the fact the 2005 model allowed the upgraded interior for the 4 cylinder. The power leather seats are great. The only options this little guy doesnt have is the v6 and sun roof. I average between 19 and 22 MPG around town. Im still anxious to see what it will get on a road trip. With the aluminum wheels, color keyed exterior and side-step bars this SUV looks sharp. My only complaint is the 4 cylinder doesnt have enough power to get out of its own way much less fast moving traffic--IT IS SO SLOW!

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  Drag a wagon - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By Robert Garvey - August 31 - 3:56 pm

  After being lied to about the invoice price which resulted in paying 26,500.00 we did not get the features we wanted. It took three weeks to get delivery because they claimed it arrived at the dealer with "slashes (keyed)" over the front panel. Then it had to have the windshield replaced because a rock hit it while driving it back to the dealership.by then we were no longer eligable for the $2,000.00 rebate. After receiving delivery, it still has a small dent in the chrome on the hood. It rides like a childs wagon being pulled down the street. It hits every imperfection in the road like a speed bump. It makes it impossible to try and make notes or write in the rear seat.

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  2 year review - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By bigbaby - August 28 - 5:53 pm

  its been almost 2 years with this car and I have nothing to complain about. Maybe on this one Im just lucky. It seems to ride and accelerate better with time. No problems at all! When lease is done in 5/08 I may just buy this puppy (although that Ford Edge is looking pretty good).

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  Awesome Vehicle - 2005 Mazda Tribute
  By steelerfan500 - August 27 - 9:13 pm

  I lovemy Mazda, so far I have not had a bit of trouble with it. I got a great deal on the 6 cyl. and it has excellent pickup. The only 2 mistakes I made is to buy a black vehicle and to get cloth seats (I have a child) but the car is great I have no complaints at all. If I had to list something it would be to get better gas mileage, currently I get 21 MPG in the city.