Driving Impressions
In its previous form, the Tribute drew mixed reactions, but its sporty nature earned high marks. Tributes are quieter than they used to be, and energetic V-6 throttle response is satisfying. Automatic-transmission shifts are barely noticeable, and downshifts for passing and merging come swiftly.
Steering with a somewhat light touch, the Tribute handles adeptly. Occasionally, a floating sensation makes the driver feel less than fully connected to the highway.
Ride comfort is pleasing, but wavy pavement produces substantial up-and-down motion. The Tribute exhibits no raucous behavior and copes handily with bumps and holes.
See also:
Powertrain - Smooth and Powerful
The powertrain for the Mazda CX9 was chosen specifically to support the
vehicle's high quality look and feel with an exhilarating yet sophisticated
driving experience. Under the bonnet is a new MZ ...
Suspension and Steering
Mazda CX-7 facelift inherits the passenger-car-like MacPherson strut front
and multi-link rear suspensions from the original model, refined for the
facelift to deliver even more linear handling an ...
Recreational Towing
An example of “recreational towing” is
towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.
The transaxle is not designed for towing
this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
When doing recreational towing refer to
“Towi ...


