The 2004 Mazda Tribute is part of the first generation of this compact SUV, sharing its platform with the Ford Escape. It was available in three trims: DX, LX, and ES. All trims came standard with a five-speed manual transmission, but a four-speed automatic was optional. The base DX trim had a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 130 horsepower, while the LX and ES trims upgraded to a 3.0-liter V6 that boasted 200 horsepower. Buyers had the choice of either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Regarding safety, the 2004 Tribute featured front airbags, but side-curtain types weren't offered. ABS was optional. The Tribute offered a decently equipped interior, but modern comforts like a touchscreen or Apple CarPlay were still few years away in the automotive world. Notable changes from the previous model year included a slight facelift and an increase in power for the V6 engine.