Overview & Reviews

After receiving significant updates last year, the Mazda Tribute SUV enters 2006 unchanged.

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

User Reviews:

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  satisfied - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By multi ownwr - January 30 - 9:26 pm

  Ford reliability with a better warranty.

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  06 Mazda tribute - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By roshov - October 24 - 6:46 pm

  All is good except: 1. center console moves back and forth showing wear near the gearshift 2. driver seatbelt receptacle rubs/damages center console, needs at least Velcro like passenger seat belt has (near center console) 3. fuel door very difficult to open, people with large fingers would have an extreme time opening. 4. seat uncomfortable to lay back and attempt to nap in (passenger).

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  Zoom...Zoom...Zoom - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By Mike - October 1 - 8:10 pm

  My family of four really enjoys our new Tribute. Its peppy and gets you where you need to go in a hurry! We plan to drive on our family vacation this Fall. My dealer had dual personalities, prior to receiving our cash and post cash. Mazda should better scrutinize who gets a franchise. The product though is Zoom...Zoom...Zoom!

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  Zoom - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By tom kuester - August 9 - 10:20 pm

  So far so good. Some tire road noise. Not sure about transmission. Exhaust needed repair. Still like it a lot. Good ride and mileage. Tows OK for a 4 cyl.

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  Its really just a Ford - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By Mike - May 12 - 7:36 pm

  I bought the Tribute new and at 3100 total miles, my transmission broke and had to be replaced. There were no error codes when technicians hooked up to the test computer. The dealer had it for over 10 days until I got it back. The wheels and brakes continually squeak at slow speeds (typical Ford). I dont really trust the vehicle now because of the transmission and am seeking to trade it for something else (not Mazda). Unfortunately it may be awhile before I can do that as the Tributes trade in value has severely decreased since I bought it, and continues to decrease. I will never buy another Mazda or from the dealer I purchased it from. Also poor workmanship in body panel on r/front door.

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  2006 Tribute Cant Tow - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By frisbeeboy - September 28 - 9:44 am

  I researched and bought my 2006 Tribute s AWD, but it did not have the factory tow package. The dealer told me that you can add a hitch. The only problem is that it wont accept aftermarket wiring! I had two different trailer wiring harnesses installed by a pro and they both fired the module. The second one burned out the Tributes computer. Mazda replaced it as a "good will gesture", but said that it cant accept an aftermarket trailer harness. My tribute also needed the leather drivers seat cover replaced, and a sunroof switch. Can anyone help with the wiring issue. I really want to tow a small trailer and also want to keep the tribute. BTW- it only gets 18-20mpg around town.

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  Will they learn its all about the seats? - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By John - September 21 - 11:56 pm

  I test drove a 2005 model, 4 cylinder last year, and found it sporty My only complaint was why do the designers not add even 1" more padding to the front seats? This would open the potential to a whole new range of buyers. We decided to buy an 06 just recently, and it is perfect for what we need. Family of four, with two big dogs, who get the rear cargo area. I am 5 11", and 200 lbs, with a 44" chest and I have plenty of room for both with room to spare.

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  First time Mazda owner update - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By Judy H. - July 31 - 6:30 am

  I am writing an update to my review of 4 years ago. I still really like my Tribute, and would probably buy another one. Done all routine maintenance and have had no mechanical issues (knock on wood) and hope it continues that way.

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  Biggest little SUV - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By jimbobstrib06 - July 10 - 4:16 pm

  After owning Jeep products since 1991. When it came time for a new vehicle the Jeep was out because of the Cherokees poor new look and gas mileage was suddenly a factor again. So, since I need the space of the Jeep and wanted AWD with reasonable gas mileage, I kept coming back to the Tribute/Escape/Mariner. A friend got a 2005 Tribute. Once I drove it, I knew this would be the only reasonable Jeep replacement. The Tribute, because of incentives, was the best price of the three. After a long search (AWDs are hard to find) one FINALLY showed up on my local dealers lot with all the extras I wanted and I got it out the door for $25K. I couldnt be happier. Definitely made the right choice.

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  Excellent - 2006 Mazda Tribute
  By lastwgn - October 15 - 5:13 pm

  Traded a Sable wagon for the Tribute and couldnt be more pleased. With three kids age 8 to 15, we were concerned about the middle seat. Not a problem at all. Excellent rear seat room, good cargo space, and the mileage has been adequate at 18.5 mpg for in town driving. When you first look at the Tribute, it seems very small on the outside, but it is somehow packaged just right to provide maximum inside space, and the trim exterior helps make this car an absolute blast to drive. It really does have the soul of a sports car.