NVH Improvement
The new Mazda Tribute's interior not only has a stronger sense of quality and console functionality, it is also a quieter and more comfortable place to be. Wind, road and powertrain noise have been significantly lowered by the use of more sound-insulation material. Improved body sealing has reduced air leakage considerably and there is now thicker noise insulation material on the dash and quarter panels, and the tailgate. Several body parts have been redesigned to produce less wind noise as well. These include mirror housings and mirror gaskets, as well as improved B-pillar cutline seals. As a result, road and wind noise have been reduced even further, which contributes to the overall driving comfort of a vehicle that already possessed high levels of this to begin with.
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Safety
Standard safety features include all-disc antilock brakes with electronic
brake-force distribution, side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain
airbags for all three rows of seats and an ...
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. Autom ...
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. ...


