Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6
Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 has been produced from January, 2008 to December, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 240 horsepower on 6550 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda Tribute 2008 - 2011 version and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 4300 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mazda Tribute 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.3 litres per 100km (8.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 10.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 640 kilometers on highway.

Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 technical data
Model: | Mazda Tribute 3.0i V6 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2011. December | ||
Engine: | 2967 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 240 HP ON 6550 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 4300 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.3 (combined) 13.1 (urban) 10.2 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.44m (length) 1.78m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 206 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 889 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1903 litres (with rear seats folded down) |
Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 engine AJ-VE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2967 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
Power | 240 HP ON 6550 RPM |
Torque | 300 NM ON 4300 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2007 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
All Mazda Tribute crossover [2008 - 2011] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Mazda Tribute 2008 2.5i
Most fuel efficient version |
2.5 Petrol | 171 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Mazda Tribute 2008 2.5i | 2.5 Petrol | 171 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Mazda Tribute 2008 2.5i 4x4 | 2.5 Petrol | 171 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6
Most powerfull version (240 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 240 HP | 10.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 4x4
Most powerfull version (240 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 240 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |