The 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with 4- wheel independent suspension, premium entertainment system and storage, and latest safety features only Mazda can offer. Impressive new features include the Tributes Triple H body construction, 5- speed manual front- wheel drive transmission, 4- speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and electronic power- assisted rack- and- pinion steering with engine speed sensing variable assist.
The 2008 Mazda Tribute has several exterior features that help give it its attractive appearance. It has 16- inch alloy wheels and P235/ 70R16 BSW 7- rated all- season tires that can overcome the roughest roads. Both fog lights and headlights are made of clear lens halogen. Moreover, it comes with 2- speed variable- intermittent windshield coupled with 2- speed variable fixed- intermittent rear wiper with washer. Privacy- tint glass and green- tinted windshield glass and front windows provide superior protection against harmful rays.
Interior features speak of elegance with 60/40 split fold- down rear seatback and reclining front bucket seats with adjustable headrest. The Tribute, though sleek, provide exemplary comfort through its driver- side footrest, 6- way power drivers seat with lumbar support, remote hood release and battery saver. It comes with the standard AM/FM/CD audio system, digital clock, and auxiliary jack. It also has 190 watt AM/FM in- dash 6- disc CD changer with 7 speakers.
The Tribute was designed with safety in mind. It comes with the latest safety features from Mazda like Roll Stability Control, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and Traction Control System for superior handling. Advanced dual front airbags with crash zone, seat weight sensors, 3- point safety belts, and side- impact air curtains with rollover protection are also available. ISO FIX, LATCH rear seat child safety-seat lower anchors and upper ceiling mounted tethers and rear door locks provide security especially to children.
The lively 2.3L DOHC 16- valve 4- cylinder engine with 153@ 5800 rpm horsepower and 152@ 4250 rpm torque guarantee quality performance. Meanwhile, its active Torque Control Coupling Electronic 4- wheel drive speaks of efficiency and speed.
Mazdas 2008 Tribute is a car that combines power and entertainment, making it one of the best new models this year.
John Bourne
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