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.

With the same engine there is also Mazda Tribute version with front wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.5 litres per 100 km.
Mazda Tribute 2008

Mazda Tribute 2008 3.0i V6 technical data

Model: Mazda Tribute 3.0i V6
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
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
Mazda Tribute 2008 2.5i

Most fuel efficient version
Only version with manual transmission

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
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