Reviews: The 2008 Mazda Tribute
By Tom Brown
The Mazda Tribute for 2008
Made in UNITED STATES for Mazda, the Tribute for 2008 is a contender in the 5-seat SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $23,280 USD with a invoice price of $21,788 USD.
Tribute Dimensions
In 2008 the Tribute has an overall length of 174.90 inches and a width of 71.10 inches. It sits a total of 67.70 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.50 inches. Front headroom is 40.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Tribute a turning radius of 39.30 inches. It uses 235/70R16 tires with a wheelbase of 103.10 inches.
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 3300 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the Tribute gets 20 miles/gallon city and 26 miles/gallon highway off a 16.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Tribute are also available.
Pricing
The Tribute retails for $23,280 USD with a invoice price of $21,788 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $635 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Cargo Net, Running Boards, Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror.
Exterior color choices include Blue Spark, Classic White, Kiwi Green, Monterey Gray, Mystic Black, Redfire Metallic, Tungsten Gray with interior choices of Charcoal Leather Interior, Dark Brown Leather Interior. The Tribute seats 5 people with 41.60 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 60 month/60,000 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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