2008 Mazda Tribute

Mazda has gone GREEN! The 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid has flipped the idea of “going green” on its backside. With a wealth of incredible features and superior exterior styling, the Tribute Hybrid blows all other comparables away. It’s gotten some styling tweaks, including a new grille and interior, plus a rear window that now looks more like the Escape’s. Not only is it one of the most agile Hybrid SUVs on the market, competing with hardliners like the Ford Escape, it is also available with a towing package. The Mazda Tribute Hybrid both saves on gas and can tow a boat or ATV. With three different trim levels available, buyers can find exactly what they want with ease. Not only that, this hybrid offers two engine sizes as well. Also, the Tribute Hybrid can be purchased as a 4WD SUV.

For safety, the Tribute gets front airbags that can sense the weight of occupants and how far the driver is sitting from the steering wheel, allowing the airbags to deploy with the appropriate amount of force. The Tribute’s standard side airbags are built into the seats, not the doors, to better protect occupants no matter where the seat is, Mazda says. Side curtain airbags and anti lock brakes are standard.

MSRP $25,310 – $29,570