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2008-2011 Mazda Tribute MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 19–32 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2011. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2008-2011 Mazda Tribute at a glance
The 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute covers 4 model years in the EPA database (28 configurations in all), rated 19–32 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2011, costs about $2,050 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (32 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2009, 2010 and 2011.
2008-2011 Mazda Tribute by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Gas, Hybrid | 20–32 MPG | $2,050–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas, Hybrid | 20–32 MPG | $2,040–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas, Hybrid | 20–32 MPG | $2,040–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas, Hybrid | 19–32 MPG | $2,040–$3,440 | First year |
What the 2011 Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$222
$2,660 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.43
Per 100 miles
$17.73
Five years
$13,300
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$820less a year
Class median $3,480 a year, MY2011
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Mazda Tribute MPG
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,040 to $2,050, $10 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,660 |
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,910 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,070 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 34 | 30 | 32 | $2,050 |
| Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 30 | 27 | 29 | $2,290 |
2010 Mazda Tribute MPG
20–32 MPG · $2,040–$3,270/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,040.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,270 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 34 | 31 | 32 | $2,040 |
| Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 30 | 27 | 29 | $2,250 |
2009 Mazda Tribute MPG
20–32 MPG · $2,040–$3,270/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,040.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Tribute 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Tribute 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 34 | 31 | 32 | $2,040 |
| Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 29 | 27 | 28 | $2,330 |
2008 Mazda Tribute MPG
19–32 MPG · $2,040–$3,440/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tribute 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Tribute 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Tribute 2.3L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Tribute 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Tribute 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,440 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 2.3L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 34 | 30 | 32 | $2,040 |
| Hybrid 2.3L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 4WD | 29 | 27 | 28 | $2,330 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD: $3,620 in California and $2,320 in Texas, a $1,300 difference.
- California $3,620
- Washington $3,350
- New York $2,660
- Florida $2,510
- Texas $2,320
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2011 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2001-2006 (1st gen)
- 2008-2011 (2nd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute get?
EPA rates the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute at 19–32 MPG combined across 28 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2011 Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 32 MPG (34 city, 30 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 19–25 MPG; Hybrid: 28–32 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute?
Every model year of the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute tops out at 32 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2009, 2010 and 2011.
How does the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2001-2006 Mazda Tribute) is rated 17–27 MPG combined and costs $2,420–$3,840 a year to fuel; the 2008-2011 model is rated 19–32 MPG and costs $2,040–$3,440 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Mazda Tribute per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,660 a year. Across all 7 configurations the cost runs $2,050–$3,270 a year. That is a $1,220 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2011 Mazda Tribute 100 miles?
About $17.73 per 100 miles for the Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $13.67 and $21.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2011 Mazda Tribute compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,660 a year to fuel, $820 less than the class median of $3,480, and less than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 307 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2011, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2011 Mazda Tribute hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD) is rated 32 MPG against 25 MPG for the best gas version (Tribute 2.5L 4-cyl FWD), 7 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $2,050 versus $2,660 a year, a saving of $610.
Is the 2011 Mazda Tribute different from the 2010 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,040 to $2,050, $10 more. EPA lists 7 configurations for 2011 against 7 configurations for 2010. See the 2010 Mazda Tribute for that year.