2010 RX-8: Rotary Revolution
Powerful, yet economical. The 2010 Mazda Tribute gives you the choice of 4-cylinder or V6 engines, excellent fuel economy - up to 28 mpg†, rugged good looks and an outstanding 5-Star crash-safety rating‡. It's the smart choice for 2010.
EXTERIOR:
LIFTGATE
Pack up and take off. The Mazda Tribute's liftgate provides quick and easy access.
- When open, the liftgate gives you over six feet of headroom to help maximize loading and unloading of cargo
- Rear window flips up for those last-minute items
ROOF RACK
The Mazda Tribute gives you extra packing options with a convenient roof rack*.
- Roof rack carries up to 100 lbs. of cargo†
- Custom options include available bike, ski and cargo attachments
* Standard on i Touring, i Grand Touring and s Grand Touring trims; available on the i Sport trim.
† Please remember to properly store all cargo. Cargo capacity is limited by weight and distribution.
PRIVACY GLASS
- Privacy glass comes standard on the i Touring, i Grand Touring and s Grand Touring trims
- Retractable cargo cover conceals all your belongings in the back for additional privacy, standard on the i Touring, i Grand Touring, and the s Grand Touring; available on the i Sport
ALLOY WHEELS
- Premium 16-inch, 7-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels are an alluring addition, standard on every Tribute
- Lightweight aluminum-alloy construction helps lower unsprung weight for exceptional handling
HEATED MIRRORS
- Heated mirrors are a must in some climates and a standard feature on both the i and s Grand Touring
- For added convenience, dual power remote mirrors are standard on every trim
INTERIOR:
SEATING
Sit back and really relax in the total comfort of the Mazda Tribute.
- Comfortably seats five adults in low-wear, high-quality cloth-trimmed seats on the i Sport and i Touring
- Find your perfect driving position with a 6-way power driver's seat with adjustable height and lumbar support, standard on the i Touring, i Grand Touring and s Grand Touring
- Ride in premium comfort with leather-trimmed seats and heated front seats on the i and s Grand Touring
COCKPIT
The handsome cockpit of the Mazda Tribute is packed with the perks you need.
- Power door locks, power windows and remote keyless entry are standard on every trim
- Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls are standard on the i Touring, i Grand Touring and s Grand Touring
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel adds another level of comfort on the i and s Grand Touring
- The sky is yours to view with the one-touch open/close moonroof, standard on the i and s Grand Touring
AUDIO SYSTEMS
Take your entertainment on the road with the Mazda Tribute's premium audio systems.
- AM/FM/CD stereo with auxiliary-audio input jack for mobile media devices such as an iPod®* is standard on the i Sport
- Impressive AM/FM/6-disc in-dash CD changer with 7-speaker audio system is standard on the i Touring, i Grand Touring and s Grand Touring
- Enjoy SIRIUS Satellite Radio with a free 6-month subscription on the i and s Grand Touring
* iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
STORAGE SPACE
Whatever it is, take it with you. There's plenty of space in the Mazda Tribute.
- Four storage areas within reach of the driver's seat and another five within reach of the front passenger seat
- Three-tier, center console cleverly keeps small items hidden and close at hand
- Rear seatback folds down in a 60/40 split to reveal up to 67.2 cubic feet of cargo space*
- With the rear seat up, there's a substantial 29.2 cubic feet of cargo space*
* Please remember to properly store all cargo. Cargo capacity is limited by weight and distribution.
PERFORMANCE:
TRIBUTE POWER
The Mazda Tribute packs a lot of power (with just a little fuel).
- The i trims are equipped with an economical 2.5-liter, 16-valve, 4-cylinder engine with variable valve timing (VVT) that earns up to 28 mpg*
- The s trim features a 240-hp 3.0-liter V6 engine with VVT and 223 lb-ft of torque
- Aluminum-alloy block and cylinder heads help keep weight down for improved handling
* EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results may vary.
TRANSMISSIONS
Whether you're heading to the mountains or just a trip around the block, Tribute gives you the choice of two easy-to-use transmissions.
- Choose the 5-speed manual transmission for more control, available on i Sport 2-wheel drive
- A 6-speed automatic transmission features shift logic control that maintains a lower gear on steep inclines and eliminates pesky gear hunting
MILES PER GALLON
| Trans |
City* |
Highway* |
| i 2WD MT |
22 |
28 |
| i 2WD AT |
21 |
28 |
| i 4WD AT |
19 |
25 |
| s 2WD AT |
18 |
26 |
| s 4WD AT |
17 |
24 |
Tribute i = 2.5-liter 4-cylinder
Tribute s = 3.0-liter V6
The 2010 Mazda Tribute supplies SUV utility and plenty of power without sacrificing mpg.
* EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results may vary.
4-WHEEL DRIVE
Get out there. The great outdoors are yours with the rugged 4WD Mazda Tribute*.
- Available Active Torque Control Coupling (ATCC) four-wheel-drive system helps provide a high level of traction on gravel, snow, ice or heavy rain
- ATCC monitors wheel speed and automatically transfers power between front and rear wheels as necessary
* Available on all trims with an automatic transmission.
SAFETY:
5-STAR SAFETY RATING
The Mazda Tribute received the Highest Side-Impact Crash Test Rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and a 5-Star government frontal- and side-impact-crash-test rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)*.
* Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Vehicle tested with standard side-impact air bags (SABs).
AIR BAGS
Dual front air bags, front side-impact air bags and side-impact air curtains with rollover protection are standard for the safety of all aboard.
- Dual front air bags help provide driver and front passenger protection for head and chest*
- Front side-impact air bags help provide protection of chest and abdominal areas*
- Side-impact air curtains help protect both front and rear occupants in the event of a side impact*
- Rollover protection automatically inflates the air curtains if a rollover is detected
* Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in appropriate child restraints.
CHILD SAFETY
LATCH child-safety-seat anchors on the Tribute help protect your most precious cargo.
- LATCH child-safety-seat anchors are included in the second row seats for LATCH-compatible child-safety seats
- Child safety locks can be set to prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES
Every Tribute is packed with a host of standard safety features.
- Roll Stability Control (RSC) uses on-board sensors that monitor vehicle movement and automatically apply individual brakes to help keep Tribute stable during accident-avoidance maneuvers
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)* modulates the throttle and brakes when over or understeer is detected to help keep the vehicle stable during aggressive maneuvers
- Traction Control System (TCS) detects any loss of traction and adjusts the throttle to provide the drive wheels with a better grip on the road and more sure-footed acceleration in difficult driving conditions
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) boost braking power when an emergency situation is detected
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) helps improve safety and fuel efficiency
* Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is an electronic system to help the driver maintain control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether DSC will be effective in preventing loss of control. Please see the Owner's Manual for further details.
BACK-UP CAMERA
Like an extra set of eyes right where you need them, the back-up camera* displays the area behind your vehicle in real time.
- Simply shift into reverse and the back-up camera* will display the area behind the Tribute on the rearview mirror; standard on the i and s Grand Touring
* Back-up camera does not provide a comprehensive view of the entire rear area of this vehicle.
