Reviews: The 2001 Mazda Tribute
By Jane Smith
The Mazda Tribute for 2001
Made in UNITED STATES for Mazda, the Tribute for 2001 is a contender in the 5-seat SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $18,910 USD with a invoice price of $17,672 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V engine is rated at 22 miles/gallon city and 26 miles/gallon highway off a 15.30 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Tribute retails for $18,910 USD with a invoice price of $17,672 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Tribute comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a four-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Tribute Dimensions
In 2001 the Tribute has an overall length of 173.00 inches and a width of 70.80 inches. It sits a total of 69.30 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.90 inches. Front headroom is 40.30 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Tribute a turning radius of 35.40 inches. It uses 215/70R16 tires with a wheelbase of 103.10 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, 4WD/AWD, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Front Side Airbag, Cassette Player, Cargo Net.
Exterior color choices include Chestnut Mica, Classic White Clearcoat, Desert Metallic, Galaxy Blue Metallic, Jewel Green Metallic, Mystic Black Clearcoat, Platinum Metallic, Sunburst Red Metallic with interior choices of Beige Cloth, Gray Cloth. The Tribute seats 5 people with 41.70 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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