Exterior
The Tribute has the same overall shape as the Escape but features unique exterior trim and a different grille and headlamps, which were redesigned for 2005. Both SUVs exhibit a conventional small-SUV profile, with similar dimensions. The rear fascia has vertical taillights, and alloy wheels hold 16-inch tires. The rear liftgate contains flip-up glass.
Tributes ride a 103.1-inch wheelbase and measure 174.4 inches long overall. Standing 67.7 inches tall (not including roof rails), the four-door Tribute has a fully independent suspension. Ground clearance is 8.4 inches when loaded.
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Hazardous Driving
Driving on Slippery Surface
WARNING:
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to
downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while
driving on slippery surfaces is
dangerous. The ...
Audio Control Switch Operation
When the audio unit is turned on,
operation of the audio unit from the
steering wheel is possible.
NOTE:
Because the audio unit will be turned off under
the following conditions, the switches wil ...
Vehicle Overview
Just as its Ford Escape brethren got a new look, the Mazda Tribute has
received some styling tweaks, including a new grille and interior, plus a rear
window that now looks more like the Escape's. ...