Is the 2002 Mazda Tribute a good car?

(19) (0) I absolutely love my 2002 Mazda Tribute! It is a good reliable car and is fun to drive. I’ve taken it through some pretty bad roads..and even off the roads! and it has always handled great, what an aggressive machine! 🙂 Was this review helpful? (22) (1) Purchased new as my wife’s commuter and weekend driver.

How old is the Mazda Tribute LX V6?

The torque converter stutters occasionally when downshifting, but otherwise the engine/drive train work seamlessly and after 8 years it still drives like new. I had my Mazda Tribute Lx V6 2002 for 14 years. I do my own maintenance on it. I change my motor oil every 5000 miles.

What kind of drive does a Nissan tribute have?

Available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the Tribute exhibits a conventional SUV profile. Changes for 2002 are minimal, apart from a reshaped gearshift lever, wiper-control stalk and the addition of a modular audio system.

When did Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute come out?

Ford owns a controlling interest in Mazda, which accounts for the close kinship between the popular Ford Escape sport utility vehicle and the related Mazda Tribute. Both SUVs were introduced for the 2001 model year.

Do you want to buy a 2002 Mazda Tribute?

This is my second Mazda and I would buy another one. It runs great and has had only one repair in almost 20 years. I just had new headlights and tail lights put on and all the stuff underneath like struts, tie rods, lower and upper arms, hatch shocks, rear shocks etc.

What kind of engine does a Mazda Tribute have?

With rugged good looks, a stout V6 engine, plenty of room for four adults and their luggage, and a sport-tuned suspension that works beautifully on pavement, the Mazda Tribute might be the ultimate small SUV.

Is the 2002 Mazda Tribute a good car?