Mazda Tribute first generation

Mazda Tribute first generation
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The Mazda Tribute first generation (2001–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: EP

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,400–4,430 mm RDW4,394–4,430 mm
Width1,800–1,830 mm RDW1,798–1,829 mm
Height1,710 mm RDW1,760–1,778 mm
Wheelbase2,620 mm RDW–
Front track1,540–1,557 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,520–1,548 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,395–1,530 kg RDW–
Mass in running order1,495–1,630 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,978–2,075 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,500–1,700 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer680–750 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–
Performance
Top speed163–180 km/h RDW–
Torque175–265 Nm ASTRA–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/70R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,819 complaints for model years 2001–2007. 97 crashes · 54 fires · 76 injuries · 5 deaths

  • Engine 336
  • Speed control 229
  • Suspension 205
  • Body and structure 177
  • Electrical system 121
  • Brakes 118

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 16 versions of the Mazda Tribute first generation

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United Kingdom 3 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–20042.0 4x22.0 LPetrol5-speed manual9.4 L/100 km NEDC223 g/km
2001–20042.0 4x42.0 LPetrol5-speed manual9.7 L/100 km NEDC231 g/km
2001–20043.0 4x43.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.9–12.8 L/100 km NEDC284–305 g/km

United States 9 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–20062.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2005–2006CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2005–20062.3 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA230–240 g/km
2005–2006CLKUP2.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
2006VLKUP2.3 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four- or all-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA205 g/km
2001–2006CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
2001–2006CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA291–325 g/km
2001–20042.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2001–20042.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2005–2006Sport utility vehicle2.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.0–13.1 L/100 km 5-cycle253–301 g/km
2005–2006Sport utility vehicle2.3 LPetrol5-speed manual10.0–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle230–255 g/km
2001–2006Sport utility vehicle3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.1–13.4 L/100 km 5-cycle278–308 g/km
2001–2004Sport utility vehicle2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.4–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle239–262 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.