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Mazda Tribute 2009

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Mazda Tribute 2009

Joie et frustration

Par : Jean-Pierre Bouchard

À l'instar de son comparse américain, l'Escape, le Tribute profite de modifications techniques significatives qui auront un effet direct sur le rendement de l'utilitaire compact.

Carrosserie

Les changements cosmétiques sont mineurs. Les versions à transmission intégrale porteront désormais la mention 4RM sur le hayon, et les portes avant ne seront plus flanquées de l'écusson " Tribute ". Le véhicule profite également du système d'alimentation de carburant qui élimine le traditionnel bouchon de réservoir.

Habitacle

Les occupants avant prennent place dans des sièges confortables et bénéficient d'un bon dégagement pour les jambes et la tête. Le volant n'est toutefois pas télescopique. Les plastiques sont solides, mais leur texture est rugueuse. L'assemblage des matériaux est, dans l'ensemble, adéquate. La banquette arrière fournit un confort convenable pour deux adultes. Les sections de la banquette peuvent basculer pour augmenter le volume utilitaire et transporter des objets de plus grandes dimensions. Élément pratique, le hayon dispose d'une lunette relevable.

Mécanique

Cette année, un 4 cylindres de 2,5 litres de 171 chevaux (18 chevaux de plus) remplace le 2,3-litres. La puissance du V6 de 3 litres, elle, grimpe à 240 chevaux, un gain de 40 chevaux ! Autre nouveauté : la boîte de vitesses automatique compte désormais 6 rapports, au lieu de 4.

Comportement

Les changements apportés au châssis visent surtout l'amélioration du comportement dynamique du véhicule. Ceux-ci incluent une révision de la suspension sport avec barre stabilisatrice à l'arrière, notamment.

Conclusion

Les améliorations apportées en 2009 rendent le véhicule plus intéressant au chapitre du rendement. À titre d'acheteur, je serais néanmoins frustré de constater autant de modifications techniques majeures, une année à peine après la "refonte" de 2008.

Informations

Warranty Basic:
3 Years/80,000 km

Drivetrain:
5 Years/100,000 km

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited km

Emissions:
8 Years/128,000 km

Roadside Assistance:
3 Years/80,000 km

Prix sommaire du véhicule

Description PDSF
Prix de base 23,295.00 $
Frais de transport 1,535.00 $
Prix total des options 0.00 $
Prix total avec les options 24,830.00 $
Prix total sans les options 24,830.00 $

Vehicle

Emissions
G/km Of CO2 Emissions N/A
Kg/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 20K km/year N/A
Vehicle
EPA Classification 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle

Powertrain

Transmission
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.50
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 1.94
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.26
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.95
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.81
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.37
Clutch Size N/A
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 4.13
Mileage
EnerGuide Estimate - City 9.2 L/100 km
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy 7.2 L/100 km
Cruising Range - City 1584.30 mi
Cruising Range - Hwy 2024.38 mi
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - Combined N/A
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - City N/A
Engine
Engine Type Gas I4
Displacement 2.5L/151
Fuel System MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 171 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 171 @ 4500
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) 590
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 150
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity 7.6 qts

Dimensions

Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity 5
Passenger Volume 99.4 ft³
Front Head Room 40.4 in
Front Leg Room 41.6 in
Front Shoulder Room 56.6 in
Front Hip Room N/A
Second Head Room 39.3 in
Second Leg Room 35.6 in
Second Shoulder Room 55.9 in
Second Hip Room N/A
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase 103.1 in
Length, Overall 174.9 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 81.3 in
Height, Overall 67.9 in
Track Width, Front 60.7 in
Track Width, Rear 60.2 in
Min Ground Clearance 8.3 in
Rear Door Opening Height N/A
Rear Door Opening Width 43.2 in
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 34.7 in
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline 49.2 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings 40.7 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height 37.3 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 66.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 29.2 ft³

Chassis

Weight Information
Base Curb Weight 3232 lbs
Curb Weight - Front N/A
Curb Weight - Rear N/A
Curb Weight N/A
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 1500 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 150 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Multi Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear N/A
Tires
Front Tire Size P235/70R16
Rear Tire Size P235/70R16
Spare Tire Size T145/90R17
Wheels
Front Wheel Size 16 x -TBD- in
Rear Wheel Size 16 x -TBD- in
Spare Wheel Size Temporary in
Front Wheel Material Alloy
Rear Wheel Material Alloy
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Steering
Steering Type Electric pwr rack & pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 17.5
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.96
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 36.7 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A
Brakes
Brake Type Pwr
Brake ABS System 4-wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 11.9 x -TBD- in
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width 10.0 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 62 L
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A

MECHANICAL

  • 2.5L DOHC SMPI 16-valve I4 engine
  • Engine block heater
  • 5-speed manual transmission
  • Battery saver
  • Front wheel drive
  • Traction control system
  • Dynamic stability control
  • Rollover stability control
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension w/coil springs, shock absorbers
  • Multi-link rear suspension w/dual lateral links, trailing arms, coil springs, shock absorbers
  • Front/rear stabilizer bars
  • P235/70TR16 all-season tires
  • 16" alloy wheels
  • Temporary spare tire
  • Electric pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Pwr front ventilated disc/rear drum brakes
  • 4-wheel antilock brake system w/electronic brake force distribution

EXTERIOR

  • Roof rails
  • Front grille w/chrome garnish
  • Moulded-in-colour pwr heated mirrors
  • Halogen headlights
  • Front fog lamps
  • Solar tint glass -inc: rear door, quarter panel, rear gate glass
  • Liftgate moulding -inc: chrome garnish
  • 2-speed variable intermittent windshield wipers w/washers
  • 2-speed rear wiper w/washer
  • Body-colour door handles

INTERIOR

  • Front cloth bucket seats
  • 60/40 split folding rear seat w/removable seat cushions
  • Custom fitted floor mats
  • Driver footrest
  • Floor console tray
  • Tilt steering
  • Engine immobilizer theft-deterrent system
  • Instrumentation -inc: tachometer, trip odometer, fuel, coolant temp
  • Warning light cluster -inc: airbags, check engine, parking brake, brake fluid, battery charge, oil pressure, turn signal, high beams, door ajar, anti-theft, cruise control, ABS, 4X4, fog lights, seat belt, fuel
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Black centre panel
  • Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down feature
  • Pwr door locks
  • Pwr accessory delay
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Air conditioning
  • Rear floor heat ducts
  • Rear window defroster
  • AM/FM audio system w/CD player -inc: (4) speakers, auxiliary input jack
  • Fixed antenna
  • Centre console w/dual cup holders, storage
  • Front pwr outlet
  • Front/rear door storage pockets
  • Chrome door handles
  • Sunvisors w/driver & passenger covered vanity mirrors
  • Illuminated entry w/off delay
  • Illumination -inc: cargo light, map lights
  • Coat hook

SAFETY

  • 4-wheel antilock brake system w/electronic brake force distribution
  • Driver/front passenger front airbags
  • Driver/front passenger side airbags
  • Front/rear side-impact curtain airbags
  • Height adjustable head restraints
  • 3-point seat belts for all seating positions
  • Front safety belt height adjusters & pretensioners
  • Childproof rear door locks
  • Integrated child safety-seat anchor
  • (3) ceiling mounted child seat tether anchors
  • Rollover stability control
  • Traction control system
  • Dynamic stability control
  • Side impact bolsters

AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX

FEDERAL AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX ___ 100 $

OPTION PACKAGE

BASE VEHICLE
  • inc: standard equipment
AA00 0 $

PRIMARY PAINT

MYSTIC BLACK A2X 0 $
WHITE SUEDE A7A 0 $
BRILLIANT SILVER 38H 0 $
MONTEREY MICA 36T 0 $
REDFIRE METALLIC
  • *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*
25W 0 $
SPORT BLUE 38Y 0 $
LIGHT SAGE MICA 36X 0 $
SANGRIA RED 36Y 0 $

PAINT SCHEME

STANDARD PAINT ___ 0 $

SEAT TRIM

CHARCOAL EE6 0 $
GREYSTONE EE7 0 $