2005 Mazda Tribute S review from North America
"Zoom, zoom, zoom!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Only one issue to date.
The Tribute had severe negative chamber right out of the manufacturing plant. Never noticed it because it didn't pull to either side and the tire wear was facing inside. Only noticed it after someone else pointed out the severe wear when the tires were turned out in a parking lot. Our local mechanic said it came out of the plant that way. tisk, tisk... must've been a Friday afternoon...
To adjust, the struts etc need to be pulled out. 2-3 hours labor plus a new tire.
We hope our local dealer will take care of this for us under warranty. We'll see.
General comments?
We love the Tribute in general.
Drives like a champ in the snow (already 2 feet this season in Denver). My wife who hates driving in snow doesn't think twice about it with the Tribute.
Drives great up to and in the mountains.
Does squeak a bit over bumps.
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| This is a (cheap) Sports + Utility vehicle that's true to its name |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L / 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 17500 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 29th December, 2007 |