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Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 18/24
Models Available: Mazda Tribute i 2WD (19,630); i 4WD ($21,330); s 2WD ($22,890); s 4WD ($24,390)
Vehicle Type: Sport Utility Vehicles
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Mazda's Web Site: www.mazdausa.com
Mazda's Phone Number: 1-800-222-5500
Among the sportiest of the compact SUVs.
By Tom Lankard
The 2005 model line has been recast to complement the rest of the Mazda lineup. A new Tribute i model comes with a new four-cylinder engine that's available with a new five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic. The Tribute s features a powerful V6 and four-speed automatic. Both models are available with a new four-wheel-drive system that uses electronics in place of last year's hydraulic system to better split power between front and rear tires according to driving conditions.
The 2005 Mazda Tribute gets a more polished look, as well. A new front fascia and other styling revisions add zest to what was already one of the better looking contenders in the class. The suspension has been revised for improved handling. Available side-impact airbags and curtain airbags enhance safety.
Mazda Tribute delivers an excellent value for drivers who want the versatility of a sport utility, but with the superior refinement and on-road handling of a car-based utility can offer. Mazda and Ford worked jointly on developing the Mazda Tribute and Ford Escape and they share much in common, but the Mazda offers sportier handling.
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