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    Mazda Tribute

    EPA MPG: NA

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    First Take
    This is a twin of the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner. The 2008 freshening includes standard electronic stability control and curtain air bags. It also improves ride and fuel economy, but handling and braking capabilities have decreased. A hybrid version is also available, although it doesn't offer stability control yet and is sold only in California. The interior is roomy, and the rear seat is spacious. The Ford-supplied 3.0-liter V6 serves up adequate acceleration but unimpressive fuel economy of 19 mpg overall. Reliability of the V6 has been average, but the Escape V6 that we tested scored too low in our testing to be recommended.

    2008 SUVs Reliability

    This Car
    NA
    vs. Similar Cars

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    Acceptable
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    Good
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    Acceptable
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    Good
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Mazda vs. Other New Car Brands

    Mazda vs. Other New Car Brands

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    Acceptable
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    Good
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    2008 Compact SUVs Ratings

    Features & Specs
    Body Style
      4-door SUV
    Seating
    2 front, 3 rear
    Drive Wheels
    AWD, Front
    Engines Available
    • 2.3-liter 4 hybrid (155 hp)
    • 2.3-liter 4 (153 hp)
    • 3-liter V6 (200 hp)
    Transmissions Available
    • 5-speed manual
    • CVT
    • 4-speed automatic
    Warranty
    Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

    In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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    Model History