2005 Mazda Tribute S review from North America
"Sporty, comfortable and fun SUV"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing yet.
Except the exhaust makes a odd noise on startup. But it still runs perfectly fine.
General comments?
This small SUV is suprisingly fun to drive. The V6 will throw you to the seat if you floor it... lots of get-up-and-go, even though it will sometimes hesitate on takeoff.
The optional premium 7 speaker sound system sounds great for a factory stereo.
The rear seat is bigger than you would expect in a car of this compact size.
This SUV looks much sportier when compared to the Ford Escape which it is based on, a plus for a young driver as myself.
The automatic engaging 4WD works great in the snow... never gotten stuck yet.
About the only thing I would change would be rear visibility. The headrests can block some of your vision. And the fuel economy could be better. But I'm not complaining too loudly.
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| Best for the money |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 14500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 37560 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Town and Country |
| Date of Entry | 11th December, 2007 |