The MAZDA TRIBUTE (2001-05) is a compact five-door SUV, offering a higher driving position and useful cabin space than a family hatchback. In the UK it was a less common alternative to the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Land Rover Freelander, combining everyday usability with an outdoors-ready look. mycarcheck.com has recorded 200 look-ups across 72 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot of surviving examples. Checked cars averaged 122,000 miles and 8,000 miles a year; average recorded private-sale value was £500. This reflects the age and condition-sensitive nature of these vehicles, so inspect each car on its merits. Roomy seating, a practical boot and four-wheel-drive versions suit families, dog owners and drivers wanting a versatile runabout for weekends. It feels more substantial than a hatchback, but rivals can be easier to find and cheaper to run. Checks show nearly six previous keepers on average, so review the vehicle’s history and maintenance carefully.