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2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid. The Mazda Tribute Hybrid, offered only in California, is aimed at customers shopping for a sport utility vehicle with the rugged look of a larger SUV and the gas-sipping fuel economy of a compact car. To help ensure broad appeal, the Mazda Tribute Hybrid offers seating for five, rear cargo utility, and front- or all-wheel drive. The Mazda Tribute Hybrid shares its unit-body design, powertrain and fully-independent suspension with its corporate cousins the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid. The main difference is on the inside, where the Tribute has a nicer interior. |
Three words: Inexpensive hybrid SUV. 'Nuf said. |
Mazda Trubute HEV Hybrid SUV Driving on the roads. |
This was the very first Mazda Tribute tv ad. It was also the first tv ad to ever have the "zoom zoom" song in it. |
Mazda Tribute Hybrid SUV |
Welcome to the next evolution of the Mazda Tribute. The 2009 Tribute Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) continues Mazda's commitment to environmental responsibility. Joining the MAZDA3 and MAZDA6, both offering Partial-Zero Emission engines, this Mazda hybrid SUV combines the well-crafted elegance of the Mazda Tribute with the energy efficiency of an environmentally friendly, gas-electric hybrid engine. Presenting the 2009 Mazda Tribute HEV: Hybrid Technology the Zoom-Zoom way. The Tribute HEV, with the modified MZR 2.5-liter gasoline engine, has been optimized to run on the Atkinson combustion cycle. The Atkinson cycle modifies the timing of the closing of the valves, letting the engine realize more efficiency. Additional power is provided by a permanent magnet AC synchronous electric motor at low speeds or in low-load situations. Once the Tribute HEV reaches speeds over 25 mph, or if extra power is needed, the gasoline engine starts smoothly to provide it with the required power and efficiency. With the Regenerative Braking System, upon deceleration the electric motor charges the battery by working as a generator, storing normally lost energy then transferring it to the battery cell, which will be used by the AC synchronous electric motor. High compression ratio and lightweight aluminum construction make the engines and drivetrain even more efficient. Incredible mileage of up to 31 highway/34 city MPG with the FWD model and 27 highway/29 city with the 4WD model. [mazdausa.com] |
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