Mazda Tribute II 2.3i (155 Hp) Hybrid


Mazda Tribute:

The Mazda Tribute is a compact SUV made by Japanese automaker Mazda from 2000 to 2011. It was jointly developed with Ford Motor Company and based on the front-wheel drive Mazda 626 platform, which was in turn the basis for the similar Ford Escape on the CD2 platform. The Tribute was priced below the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner in Ford's CD2 SUV lineup.
The Tribute and Escape debuted in 2000, offering front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of a transversely mounted 2. 0 L Ford Zetec four-cylinder engine or 3. 0 L Ford Duratec V6. The Ford Escape was also sold as the Ford Maverick in Europe with a Ford 2. 0 L Zeta four-cylinder engine with manual transmission, or 3. 0 L Duratec coupled to automatic transmission....(Read more on Wikipedia)

II Overview:

Mazda Tribute (II). With 263 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (133 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 830 Liters.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Tribute: 2004 - 2007).

General:
Brand:Mazda
Model:Tribute
Generation:II
Modification (Engine):2.3i (155 Hp) Hybrid
Start of production:2007
End of production:2011
Powertrain Architecture:FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:133 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Torque:263 Nm
Engine oil capacity:4.73 l
Coolant:7 l
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Space:
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1877 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:830 l
Fuel tank capacity:65 l
Size:
Length:4557 mm mm [162mm more]
Width:1806 mm mm [6mm more]
Height:1784 mm mm [74mm more]
Wheelbase:2620 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Electric:
System power:155 Hp
Electric motor power:94 Hp

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