Dynamics Performance

The new Mazda Tribute features a range of powertrain and chassis improvements that enhance the vehicle's already high levels of driving enjoyment. These include a new and powerful 2.3-litre MZR petrol engine, replacing the 2.0-litre engine, and new four-wheel disc brakes as standard on all versions.

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    Exterior
    For 2009, designers ditched the previous design for what Mazda calls a "Japanese aesthetic" in the current car. The vehicle sports a long hood with pronounced front fender flares that fl ...

    Installing Child-Restraint Systems
    Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seats. The front passenger's seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12, and with rearfacing child-restraint systems it is ...

    Chassis & Safety - Responsive and Safe
    Mazda CX9's stiff body shell and chassis systems - combined with the smooth, cultivated power of its V6 engine - make for an exciting driving experience not usually found on an SUV this size. And ...