Tough, Elegant and Safe
Also premiering at the 74th Geneva Motor Show is a new face lifted version of Mazda's stylish and athletic sports utility vehicle (SUV) Mazda Tribute. Since its debut in 2000, Tribute has attracted a growing number of customers looking for an appealing yet rugged SUV with high levels of build quality and craftsmanship, new-generation driving attributes and high levels of safety. The new version features a redesigned exterior for a stronger sense of refinement, a new centre instrument panel and seat fabric on the inside, the introduction of a 2.3-litre MZR petrol engine, new all-wheel drive (AWD) technology, and upgraded passive and active safety features.
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Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
The MZR 2.0-litre engine is now available with a six-speed automatic
transmission for the first time in Europe. It includes a direct Activematic
(DAM) function that allows manual gear shifts using ...
Rocking the Vehicle
WARNING.
Do not spin the wheels at more than 56
km/h (35 mph), and do not allow
anyone to stand behind a wheel when
pushing the vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning
the wheels at high sp ...
Driving Impressions
The easy-to-drive Mazda3 handles more adeptly than most rivals. The automatic
transmission delivers quick, smooth responses. Performance with the larger
engine falls short of some sporty compacts, ...


