Reviews: The 2004 Mazda Tribute
By Tom Smith
Introduction
The 2004 Tribute is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Mazda. It is Mazda's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $22,182 USD in 2004.
Fuel Economy
The 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V engine gets 19 miles/gallon city and 25 miles/gallon highway off a 16.40 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Tribute are also available.
Pricing
The Tribute retails for $22,182 USD with a invoice price of $20,726 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $590 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Tribute comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3321 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Tribute Dimensions
In 2004 the Tribute has an overall length of 173.00 inches and a width of 71.90 inches. It sits a total of 69.90 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.40 inches. Front headroom is 40.30 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Tribute a turning radius of 36.80 inches. It uses 235/70R16 tires with a wheelbase of 103.10 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Front Side Airbag, Cassette Player, CD Changer, DVD Player.
Exterior color choices include Calypso Blue Metallic, Classic White, Dark Titanium Metallic, Glacier Silver Metallic, Light Tundra, Merlot Pearl, Mystic Black, Pebble Ash Metallic, Red Fire with interior choices of Dark Flint Cloth Interior, Medium Pebble Cloth Interior. The Tribute seats 5 people with 41.70 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 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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