Introduction
The Tribute is available in two pairs of trim level: Tribute i 2WD and 4WD, and Tribute s 2WD and 4WD. The Tribute i is powered by a new 153-horsepower four-cylinder engine. It comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission; a four-speed automatic is optional for both the 2WD and 4WD models. The Tribute s is fitted with a 200-horsepower V6 and a four-speed automatic. Safety features that come standard include anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution and Brake Assist. Side-impact airbags, designed to provide torso protection for driver and front-seat passenger, and curtain airbags, designed to offer head protection, are available only on the Tribute s models.For 2005, the Mazda Tribute gets re-designed.
