Under the Hood
The 2.3-liter four-cylinder develops 156 hp while the 3.0-liter V-6 turns out 212 hp. Both engines can team with a five-speed manual transmission. A five-speed automatic is available in models equipped with the four-cylinder, while a six-speed automatic with a manual-shift provision is available in V-6-equipped models.
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New for 2009
The Tribute receives new four-cylinder and V-6 engines, a new six-speed
automatic transmission, and redesigned front and rear seats. ...
Exterior
How could Mazda not get attention with a sedan this good-looking? My Sangria
Red test car didn't necessarily draw stares, but it stood out when parked in my
driveway on a suburban street. It looke ...
Safety & Reliability
In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests, the CX-7 earned top
scores in both front and side-impact tests. Standard safety features include
antilock brakes, traction control and an ele ...


